Jay Jones wants to be the attorney general of Virginia. 

It’s a job he should never get. 

The former Democratic state lawmaker is running as the nominee for the post, hoping to oust incumbent Republican AG Jason Miyares. 

Don’t take my word for why Jones doesn’t have any business being Virginia’s top law enforcement officer. 

Take his words. 

Disturbing and violent texts with a former legislative colleague, first reported by National Review, recently came to light. The exchange is from 2022 but remains relevant with the hotly contested election just weeks away. Early voting has already started. 

Democrats have had high hopes that they could regain top statewide posts in Virginia, which have been under Republican control, showing strength ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. 

Jones’ poor judgment could upend those chances – and should. 

In August 2022, Jones, who

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