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a day ago
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Booker wades into Virginia attorney general race
Sen. Cory Booker (D-N.J.) endorsed former Virginia Del. Jay Jones (D) for state attorney general Tuesday ahead of the primary this month, becoming the latest national Democrat to wade into Virginia's downballot races this year. 'Jay Jones will be a tireless fighter for Virginia families as Attorney General, and that's why I'm so excited to announce my endorsement today,' Booker said in a statement. 'Jay Jones has the vision, commitment, and integrity to keep families safe and make sure every Virginian gets a fair shake in the justice system. I'll be working every day to ensure Jay wins this race.' Jones is running against fellow Democrat Shannon Taylor, who serves as the commonwealth's attorney for Henrico County; the primary is June 17. Jones has shored up a number of endorsements, including former Virginia Govs. Terry McAuliffe (D) and Ralph Northam (D), while Taylor has the backing of former state Attorney General Mark Herring (R) and former Virginia House Speaker Eileen Filler-Corn (D), among other Democrats. Whoever wins the Democratic primary will face off against the state's current Attorney General Jason Miyares (R) in November. Booker is the latest national Democrat to endorse ahead of the state's primaries later this month. On Monday, former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg backed Richmond Mayor Levar Stoney (D) in the crowded Democratic primary for Virginia lieutenant governor. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
The Hill
a day ago
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- The Hill
Booker wades into Virginia attorney general race
Sen. Cory Booker (D-N.J.) endorsed former Virginia Del. Jay Jones (D) for the state's attorney general on Tuesday ahead of the primary this month, becoming the latest national Democrat to wade into Virginia's down-ballot races this year. 'Jay Jones will be a tireless fighter for Virginia families as Attorney General, and that's why I'm so excited to announce my endorsement today,' Booker said in a statement. 'Jay Jones has the vision, commitment, and integrity to keep families safe and make sure every Virginian gets a fair shake in the justice system. I'll be working every day to ensure Jay wins this race.' Jones is running against fellow Democrat Shannon Taylor, who serves as the commonwealth's attorney for Henrico County, in the party's primary on June 17. Jones has shored up a number of endorsements, including former Govs. Terry McAuliffe (D) and Ralph Northam (D), while Taylor has the backing of former state Attorney General Mark Herring (R ) and former Virginia House Speaker Eileen Filler-Corn (D), among other Democrats. Whoever wins the Democratic primary will face off against the state's current Attorney General Jason Miyares (R) in November. Booker is the latest national Democrat to endorse ahead of the state's primaries later this month. On Monday, former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg backed Richmond Mayor Levar Stoney (D) in the crowded Democratic primary for Virginia lieutenant governor.
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2 days ago
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Del. Terry Kilgore elected Republican leader of Virginia House and more state headlines
The state Capitol. (Photo by Ned Oliver/Virginia Mercury) • 'Spanberger is poised to win big in Virginia. But national Democrats could drag her down.' — Politico • 'Delegate Terry Kilgore elected Republican leader of Virginia House.' — WCYB • ''The work is ongoing': Dominion Energy expands underground power line initiative ahead of hurricane season.' — WRIC • 'Jerrauld C. Jones, civil rights pioneer and state delegate, dies at 70.' — WAVY • 'Herndon woman building tunnel system at home now selling 'underground' merchandise.' — Fox 5 DC SUBSCRIBE: GET THE MORNING HEADLINES DELIVERED TO YOUR INBOX
Wall Street Journal
3 days ago
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- Wall Street Journal
GOP Is Strong in Virginia and New Jersey
Democrats won big in 2017 by nationalizing state legislative races in Virginia and New Jersey. Republicans suffered historic losses in Virginia's House of Delegates and Democrats made significant gains in Trenton. That set the stage for more Democratic victories in 2018. With 2025's off-year elections, Democrats are using the same playbook: hoping President Trump will again galvanize their base and distract voters from their state-level failures. But this time Republicans are ready, and we're playing offense.
Yahoo
4 days ago
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Jerrauld C. Jones, civil rights pioneer and state delegate, dies at 70
NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — Jerrauld C. Jones, a longtime judge and state delegate, has died at 70. In a statement issued by the Jones family, they announced he died on Saturday, May 31. 'It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Jerrauld C. Jones,' the letter said. 'His legacy of service, integrity, and dedication to justice will continue to inspire all who knew him.' Jones became one of the first African American students to integrate Ingleside Elementary School in 1961 and later the Virginia Episcopal School in Lynchburg in 1967. Jones went on to graduate cum laude from Princeton University in 1976 and earned his Juris Doctor from Washington and Lee University School of Law in 1980. He became the first African American law clerk to the Supreme Court of Virginia, served as a Democratic member of the Virginia House of Delegates for 14 years, represented Norfolk's 89th District and served as the long-time chair of the Virginia Legislative Black Caucus. Virginia Speaker of the House Don Scott offered his condolences in a statement. Scott and Jones served together in the General Assembly. 'Jerrauld Jones was more than a judge or a legislator — he was a giant. A presence. A mentor. A friend. For so many of us, he was a guiding light. He spent his life breaking down barriers — integrating Virginia Episcopal School, becoming the first Black law clerk to the Virginia Supreme Court, serving in the House of Delegates, and later as a respected judge. 'But Jerrauld's legacy wasn't about titles — it was about how he treated people. At Grace Episcopal Church, he welcomed me and my family, and had a steady, genuine way of making others feel like they belonged. 'To his wife, Judge Lyn Simmons, and to Jay — I feel your loss deeply. My heart is with you, and I hope you find comfort in knowing how many lives Jerrauld touched and how much he meant to all of us.' Jerrauld Jones is survived by his wife, the Hon. Lyn Simmons, who serves on the Norfolk Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court; their son, Jay Jones, a former member of the Virginia House of Delegates and his wife Mavis; and two grandsons Charles and Zachary. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
