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Donna for Virginia
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I'm a veteran, independent, and lifelong public servant who is part of the next generation of leaders challenging the status quo. Stay tuned for what’s next!
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Experts and analysts from across the USG, as well as Nigerian experts and stakeholders, provided thorough and contextualized analysis back then to help ensure policymakers understood that this was not a simple issue of religious persecution. But, here we are again. @npr.org @pbsnews.org @cnn.com
Not many are reporting on a statement that could make some sense of the timing of this seemingly random POTUS outburst (if it does at all). I attended, & in some cases convened, several interagency meetings at the NSC during the 1st Trump admin about the issue of “Christian persecution” in Nigeria.
As the President of “no new wars” ponders the idea of putting U.S. boots on the ground in Nigeria with “guns-a-blazing,” here’s what the Nigerian foreign minister said at a forum in the UAE about a week ago: guardian.ng/news/nigeria... 🧵
Nigeria won’t accept any deportees from U.S., Tuggar insists
Foreign Affairs Minister, Yusuf Tuggar, has said that Nigeria will no longer accept deportees from the United States, stating
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IVA is proud to announce our endorsement of two more dynamic and impressive independent veteran candidates for local office in NC and VA.

Learn more about and support Kathy and Carlos. They are bringing the strong, unifying, independent leadership America is looking for:
This is how you build a future worth fighting for. IVA is proud to endorse Kathy Greggs (NC) & Carlos De Castro Pretelt (VA) for office in 2025. These veterans are the cavalry America's been waiting for—ready to lead, unify, and disrupt the broken two-party system.
After what happened in 2017 in Niger (I was at State then), you would think the President of “no new wars” would be taking better stock of the regional landscape & how to better advise & assist host nation forces rather than using the situation in Nigeria as another foreign policy distraction.
As someone who worked in the 1st Trump NSC as a Director for Counterterrorism in Africa, I can say this: whoever is advising this President about “the killing of Christians” in Nigeria without the proper context of terrorism there is guilty of policy malpractice.
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Trump threatens to deploy the military 'guns-a-blazing' to Nigeria
It comes a day after the president declared the African nation "country of particular concern” for religious freedom.
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PRESS RELEASE: It’s an honor to be endorsed by @independentveteran.bsky.social! Thx to @rieckhoff.bsky.social & IVA for believing in me, bringing me into the pack, & inspiring my next steps in Virginia. [email protected]
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This is why debates are so important. I am glad that Virginians were able to witness composure vs. chaos on the debate stage tonight. #vote
Virginia’s gubernatorial debate earlier this evening underscores why we need a governor with professionalism, temperament, and poise. @abigailspanberger.com demonstrated these traits head and shoulders above her opponent, proving that she has what it takes to be the next Governor of Virginia.
PRESS RELEASE: DONNA CHARLES, INDEPENDENT CANDIDATE FOR GOVERNOR OF VIRGINIA, ENDS HER CAMPAIGN AND ENDORSES ABIGAIL SPANBERGER. See full press release attached or here: donnaforva.com/press-releas...
Until we have a governor willing to stand with communities and everyday Virginians, like I’ve committed to doing, we all get left holding the bag. We can do this, Virginia! #goodneighbors #regulate #energy #donnaforva #donna4gov @gonatureforward.bsky.social @moreperfectunion.bsky.social
This audio is from a conversation with a constituent at one of my town halls, so please excuse the quality. More can and should be done to make sure data centers are good neighbors, good stewards of shared resources, and work with communities to mitigate harmful impacts.
Data centers are critical for artificial intelligence. Virginia is the nerve center, with the most data centers in the country. They consume as much energy as a small town, in many cases, and utility companies are making you foot the bill. @gonatureforward.bsky.social @moreperfectunion.bsky.social
Want all of this noise to stop? Take control and vote for those who will do their jobs, not line up to protect party interests. Thanks to Wendell Moss and the PreShow team for having me on the show! #indie #donnaforva #donna4gov #shutdown #virginia #vote
As we hurtle toward another totally avoidable government shutdown, I’ll post this interview segment as a reminder about what being an independent means to me. As governor, I’d be focused on what’s best for Virginians, not party battles that landed us in this mess.
Honored to have been part of this lovely gathering of strong, beautiful, and remarkable women from all over Richmond and the greater Commonwealth. #community #thrivetogether #bgm #donnaforva #donna4gov @cruzincradio102-8.bsky.social
Vote for someone who hears your concerns about your child’s education. Vote for someone with real solutions. Donna Charles is the only one offering those solutions for Virginians. #education #schoolchoice #donnaforva #donna4gov @the74.bsky.social
Watch the full video here: youtu.be/fiV5fl0cFkY?fe
As governor, I’ll create avenues for stronger monitoring, evaluation, & enforcement at the state level while empowering locals to get tough on housing discrimination.
Live in Richmond or Petersburg, VA? Join us! Register on donnaforva.com/events. Donna knows you have questions and wants to hear from you! See you then!
A two-minute descent into chaos. This is just a snapshot of how our broken political system is breaking our country. We can do better, but we have to choose to do better. Elect independent leaders who will work for you, not for clicks (or corporations). #independent
Early voting starts here in Virginia tomorrow! Write in Donna Charles for Governor of Virginia!
Team Donna town hall events coming to a town near you! Go to donnaforva.com/events to find details and register. We look forward to seeing you there and taking your questions. #donnaforva #donna4gov #virginia #townhall #democracy