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Virginia Governor Condemns Jay Jones' Disturbing Texts
10/6/2025
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- Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin urged Jay Jones to withdraw after disturbing texts.
- The messages included Jones fantasizing about Republican Todd Gilbert being shot and harming his children.
- Youngkin condemned the rhetoric as violent and disgusting, saying it disqualifies him.
- Jones apologized, expressing embarrassment.
- This incident follows a 2022 reckless driving incident at 116 mph.
