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John McAuliff, a small business owner in Warrenton, announced his candidacy for HD-30 Tuesday. Republican Geary Higgins currently represents HD-30.
“Growing up, I learned the value of hard work and community from my grandparents in Piedmont,” McAuliff said in his announcement. “From my experience renovating my family’s home into a thriving small business to my work helping farmers and small businesses lower their electric bills by embracing clean energy, I’ve seen firsthand how we can create opportunity when we work together. I’m running for Delegate to protect our farmland, defend our rights, and help Virginians buy their first home and start their first business – an American dream that’s becoming harder to achieve.”
McAuliff owns the Chilton House Bed and Breakfast and is the former chief of staff for Del. David Reid, D-Loudoun. Reid endorsed his campaign Tuesday.
He also worked for the U.S. Department of Agriculture and President Biden’s Office of Clean Energy Innovation & Implementation.
In addition to Reid, McAuliff received endorsements from Del. Marty Martinez, D-Loudoun and former state Sen. John Bell, D-Loudoun.
Higgins was first elected to represent HD-30 in 2023. He defeated Rob Banse by seven points.
VPAP classifies this district as leaning Republican.