by Brandon Jarvis
A Republican-aligned political action committee is rolling out a six-figure digital ad campaign targeting Virginia Democrats ahead of November’s legislative elections.
The Republican State Leadership Committee, working in coordination with the Virginia House Republican Campaign Committee, announced Tuesday it is launching a new wave of ads accusing select Democratic lawmakers of blocking efforts to cut taxes, strengthen public safety, and give parents more control over their children’s education.
The ads mark one of the GOP’s first major investments of the 2025 cycle and offer the clearest signal yet of which Democratic-held seats Republicans believe are ripe for a flip.
“The Democrats controlling Richmond rejected these practical initiatives for political reasons, ignoring the clear support from Virginians,” said RSLC PAC President Edith Jorge-Tuñón. “If the Democrats in Richmond can dismiss straightforward ideas like tax cuts, how can we trust them to lead effectively?”
The campaign is expected to run across multiple digital platforms in Virginia.
Democrats currently hold a 51-49 majority in the House.
The list of incumbents that Republicans are going after includes Dels. Michael Feggans (HD-97), Josh Cole (HD-65), Josh Thomas (HD-21), and Nadarius Clark (HD-84).
In 2023, Feggans won by five points, Cole won by six points, Thomas won by 3.5 points and Clark won by six points.
“Virginia Democrats say they want to improve the Commonwealth, but their bright ideas will hurt the very people they claim they want to help,” said House Republican Leader Todd Gilbert. “Our Republican team brought legislation to the table to help lower the cost of living, keep our communities safe, and build a better tomorrow for our children and grandchildren. The choice this November is simple and clear. If you want our economy to grow, Virginians to prosper and stay safe, and our children to get the education they deserve, Republicans are the only choice.”
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