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Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Candidate Profile: Michael K. 'Mike' Lamonea (House District 89 Republican Primary)
Michael K. 'Mike' Lamonea is a candidate for House District 89 and is running as a Republican. His name will appear on the June 17, 2025 ballot. Lamonea is running against challenger Kristen Shannon in the June Republican primary. The winner will appear on the ballot for the General Election on Nov. 4. If you are voting in this election, from May 2 through June 14 you can vote early at your On Election Day, polls in Virginia are open from 6 a.m. until 7 p.m. Don't forget to bring your ID. to see who is on your ballot. 10 On Your Side reached out to all of the candidates running in this race, with a request for a bio and a list of questions to answer. If you do not see the candidate listed with a profile, we did not receive one. Candidate Profiles Name: Michael K. 'Mike' LamoneaAge: 52Website: Mike Lamonea retired from ICE Homeland Security Investigations after serving our country for over 26 years as a Special Agent – about a decade of which he served as the Executive over multiple offices in Southeastern Virginia. He was subsequently appointed by Governor Youngkin as the Chair of Virginia's Human Trafficking Commission, was elected to serve on the Chesapeake School Board where he is a member of the School Safety Task Force, and is currently a business leader for a global computer networking company. Mr. Lamonea is married with four children and he has a long history of community service leadership roles in our region. He's a long-time resident in the Western Branch area of Chesapeake, all his kids have graduated from or are attending the Science and Medicine Academy at Deep Creek High School, and his wife was born and raised in Suffolk in the house where his in-laws still reside in the 89th District. With his experience and deep roots throughout the district, Mr. Lamonea brings a results-driven mindset to government focused on lowering the cost of living, enhancing public safety, and improving education. I'm running to ensure working families and small businesses in the 89th District have a strong voice in Richmond. Our region deserves leadership that puts service above politics and focuses on practical solutions to real problems—like improving education, reducing inflationary pressures, and keeping our community safe. As a committed conservative and Chesapeake School Board member, I know what it takes to keep our kids safe at school, fund more dollars into the classroom, ensure parents have a voice in their children's education, and attain high standards of education. As a family man and business leader, I understand the financial pressures Virginians face day to day and the need to put more money back in their pockets by cutting taxes—especially the car and grocery taxes. And as a retired ICE Homeland Security Investigations leader, I have seen firsthand how crime and illegal immigration go hand in hand – and I will work across the aisle to pass policies that get tough on criminal illegal aliens and make every family safer. The 89th district has been amazing to my family and as a public servant, both professionally and personally, I believe I have the qualifications and experience to make a significant difference and continue giving back to our community. As a former ICE Homeland Security Investigations Special Agent and Executive, Chair of Virginia's Human Trafficking Commission, elected member of the Chesapeake School Board, leader in various community organizations, and current business Director for a global computer networking company, I've established and led numerous teams, balanced major budgets, and solved complex problems under tremendous pressure. I know what it takes to lead, manage responsibly, work collaboratively, and deliver results – skills I will bring to the General Assembly to tirelessly serve the people of the 89th District. In my first session, I would sponsor a bill to increase funding and support for local law enforcement agencies; specifically, to improve officer recruitment and retention. Public safety is a top priority, and we must ensure all of our first responders have the resources, training, and personnel they need to keep our neighborhoods safe while building strong and respectful relationships within the communities they serve. Backing the blue is not just a slogan: to me it is deeply personal. We need to have the backs of the officers who have ours and that starts with passing common sense policies to give them the tools they need to get the job done and get the bad guys off the streets. I believe in transparency and accountability in all campaign fundraising. I will accept lawful donations that align with my values, but no contribution will ever influence my vote or priorities as your Delegate. Yes. While I'm proud to be a Republican, my loyalty is to the people of the 89th District. If party leadership supports a measure that doesn't serve our community, I won't hesitate to stand up and vote my conscience on behalf of the citizens I serve. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
24-02-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Chesapeake Delegate Baxter Ennis to not seek re-election, endorses Mike Lamonea
CHESAPEAKE, Va. (WAVY) – Chesapeake Delegate Baxter Ennis announced on Friday that he will not seek re-election in the 89th house district. Ennis has served as a republican member of the Virginia House of Delegates since November of 2023, and assumed office in January of 2024. 'It has been the honor of a lifetime to represent the people of the 89th District in the House of Delegates these past two years,' Ennis said. 'I have fought for lower taxes, increased veterans' benefits, and to enact common-sense health care legislation that would have gone a long way in keeping our communities happy and healthy. Unfortunately, House Democrats playing partisan politics blocked all but one bill that I have brought up over the past two General Assembly sessions.' Ennis went on to endorse Mike Lamonea, a current Chesapeake School Board member, to represent the 89th District. 'But this isn't over, we need someone who is ready to take on the tough fights and stand up for our community,' Ennis said. 'I can think of no better person to do that than Mike Lamonea. Mike is a current Chesapeake School Board member and previously served our country for over 26 years as a Special Agent and led the ICE Homeland Security Investigations in the Norfolk and Richmond offices for almost a decade. He has spent the majority of his life protecting the most vulnerable from violence and exploitation – including busting fentanyl dealers in Virginia and rescuing children from predators. He has been a fighter on the Chesapeake School Board to keep schools top notch and has enhanced programs to keep our students and staff safe.' Ennis stated he will continue to represent his district until his term ends on Jan. 14, 2026. Continue to check for updates. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
