Democrats press Virginia Republican over cotton-picking remark about Jeffries

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Democrats are demanding the resignation of Virginia Republican Rep. Jen Kiggans after she appeared to back a radio host’s racist remark about House Speaker Hakeem Jeffries, saying she did not condone the language and only meant Jeffries should stay out of Virginia politics. The controversy drew swift condemnation from party leaders and underscores ongoing tensions over race in politics as Virginia’s redistricting battles and the GOP’s midterm dynamics shape the race, where Kiggans faces a reelection bid against Democrat Elaine Luria.
- US Democrats urge Jen Kiggans to resign for agreeing with racist ‘cotton-picking’ remark The Guardian
- A Racist Remark About Jeffries Sets Off Democratic Anger in Virginia The New York Times
- Key House Republican faces calls from Democrats to resign over radio interview Axios
- GOP Rep. Jen Kiggans faces backlash for agreeing with ‘cotton-picking’ comment about Hakeem Jeffries NBC News
- Top House Democrats slam Jen Kiggans over radio host’s ‘vile and racist language’ Politico
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