Democratic nominee for Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones has slid in a new poll and is now behind Republican incumbent Jason Miyares following explosive reporting on leaked text messages that showed Jones suggesting political violence against former House Speaker Todd Gilbert.

Why It Matters

The 2025 Virginia attorney general contest has shifted notably in the final weeks before Election Day, as a series of offensive text messages from Jones surfaced.

The disclosure has altered the dynamics of a race that many viewed as a barometer of the political climate in the aftermath of the 2024 presidential cycle. Virginia’s statewide races are also closely watched, given the state’s status as a potential bellwether for national trends.

What To Know

Jones had initially led in several polls ag

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