Jay Jones Wins Virginia AG Democratic Primary

Jay Jones has won the Democratic nomination for Virginia attorney general in a narrow primary victory over Henrico County Commonwealth’s Attorney Shannon Taylor, securing about 51% of the vote. Jones, a former state delegate and assistant attorney general, campaigned on protecting civil rights, opposing former President Donald Trump’s policies, and supporting abortion rights, Medicaid expansion, and public safety. High voter turnout in the primary matched previous gubernatorial primaries, signaling strong Democratic engagement. Jones will face incumbent Republican Jason Miyares in the November election. The Democratic ticket also features Ghazala Hashmi for lieutenant governor and Abigail Spanberger for governor as the party aims to reclaim statewide offices lost to Republicans in 2021. Jones received endorsements from prominent Virginia Democrats, while Taylor had support from other leading state officials.