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politics14 days ago•3 min saved

Democrats Urge Kiggans to Step Down After Jeffries Remark Controversy

Democrats are pressing GOP Rep. Jen Kiggans to resign after she appeared to agree with a radio host’s derogatory remarks about House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries during a Virginia redistricting interview; Kiggans says she did not condone the language and did not intend to support it, but multiple Democratic leaders are calling for her resignation as she runs for reelection in a highly contested district, while Republicans defend her position.

via Axios|

#democrats #hakeem-jeffries #jen-kiggans

us-politics14 days ago•2 min saved

Democrats press Virginia Republican over cotton-picking remark about Jeffries

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.

via The Guardian|

#hakeem-jeffries #jen-kiggans #midterms

politics14 days ago•102 min saved

Virginia GOP Rep. Faces Calls to Resign After Racist Radio Remark

Virginia Republican Rep. Jen Kiggans is facing calls to resign after echoing a radio host’s racially charged jab at House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries during a segment on Virginia redistricting; Democrats demanded an apology and resignation, which Kiggans has resisted, saying she did not condone the language and that Democrats are trying to derail Virginia’s elections, while noting the Virginia redistricting fight and court ruling.

via The Daily Beast|

#congress #hakeem-jeffries #jen-kiggans

politics1 year ago•1 min saved

Ex-Trump Official Vindman Secures Key Virginia House Seat for Democrats

Democrat Eugene Vindman has been projected to win Virginia's 7th Congressional District, maintaining the seat for his party and enhancing their prospects of gaining control of the House. Vindman, known for his involvement in Donald Trump's first impeachment, defeated fellow Army veteran Derrick Anderson. Meanwhile, Republican Jen Kiggans is projected to win reelection in Virginia's 2nd District.

via The Washington Post|

#derrick-anderson #eugene-vindman #jen-kiggans