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Jay Jones

@jonesjay.bsky.social

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Charles & Zachary’s dad, Mavis's husband. Running for VA Attorney General to keep them -- and all families -- safe and free. Attorney & former State Delegate.

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Jay Jones @jonesjay.bsky.social · May 6

Our rights are under attack—and courtrooms are the new battlefield. I’ve taken on big corporations, defended abortion rights, and sued to protect your right to vote. As Attorney General, I’ll keep fighting—no matter who’s on the other side.

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Jay Jones @jonesjay.bsky.social · 6h

Loved spending this evening with @henricodems.bsky.social and Richmond Democrats! Just 27 days until Election Day — grateful for everyone out there knocking doors and organizing.

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Jay Jones @jonesjay.bsky.social · 10h

Stopped by an early voting site in Eastern Henrico this afternoon alongside Senator Aird to chat with voters and thank our volunteers.

When we vote, we make our voices heard and shape Virginia’s future. Let’s do this!

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Jay Jones @jonesjay.bsky.social · 1d

One week into Trump’s shutdown and he’s threatening to cut off pay for Virginia's furloughed workers – and @jasonmiyaresva.bsky.social hasn't lifted a finger to protect them. VA deserves an AG who will fight for our workforce, not one too afraid to stand up to Trump.

www.axios.com/2025/10/07/t...

Scoop: White House memo says furloughed federal workers aren't entitled to backpay

A move to deny backpay to up to 750,000 furloughed workers would dramatically escalate Trump's pressure on Democrats to end the shutdown.

www.axios.com

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Jay Jones @jonesjay.bsky.social · 1d

Today, we honor the more than 1,200 innocent lives lost, including 46 Americans, in Hamas’ horrific terrorist attack two years ago. We must demand the release of all hostages and remain steadfast in our pursuit of lasting peace and resolution for both Israelis and Palestinians.

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Jay Jones @jonesjay.bsky.social · 2d

My heart is broken for my friend, Delegate Candi Mundon King, and her family. Mavis and I are praying for peace and healing for Candi, Josh, and the entire King family during this devastating time.

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Jay Jones @jonesjay.bsky.social · 6d

Thousands of federal jobs in Virginia are on the line because of Trump's dysfunction – and @jasonmiyaresva.bsky.social is silent.

Virginians deserve leaders who will put our jobs and economy first, not bow to Trump’s chaos.

www.govexec.com/workforce/20...

White House: Shutdown layoffs are just days away

So far, just one agency has pursued RIFs while others have largely followed normal shutdown procedures.

www.govexec.com

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Jay Jones @jonesjay.bsky.social · 7d

As Yom Kippur begins this evening, I’m wishing an easy fast and meaningful day to all Virginians in observance. G’mar Chatimah Tovah.

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Jay Jones @jonesjay.bsky.social · 7d

Protecting families’ access to healthcare should be a top priority of every Virginia leader.

But @jasonmiyaresva.bsky.social is standing by Trump’s side as his legislation tears through our rural healthcare and guts coverage for 350,000 Virginians.

www.pilotonline.com/2025/09/22/f...

Federal funding changes mean about 350,000 Virginians could lose health care coverage

The state of health care in Virginia, especially in rural areas, is uncertain after changes in federal funding.

www.pilotonline.com

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Jay Jones @jonesjay.bsky.social · 7d

Virginia is home to 300,000 federal workers who are set to lose critical services they rely on – but time and again, @jasonmiyaresva.bsky.social has abandoned our federal workforce and sided with Trump.

www.cnn.com/2025/10/01/p...

Shutdown hits hard in Virginia, home to 300,000 federal workers | CNN Politics

The federal government shutdown — and the escalating battle over which party bears the most blame — has injected a major new question mark into the governor’s race in Virginia, home to hundreds of tho...

www.cnn.com

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Jay Jones @jonesjay.bsky.social · 7d

With today's federal shutdown, Donald Trump is threatening the well-being and financial security of Virginia families - and @jasonmiyaresva.bsky.social has done nothing to stand up for us.

Read my full statement on the government shutdown.

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Jay Jones @jonesjay.bsky.social · 8d

As we meet folks across the Commonwealth, we’re hearing concerns about the same issues: rising costs of healthcare, groceries, housing, and attacks to abortion access.

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Jay Jones @jonesjay.bsky.social · 8d

No job is more important for Virginia’s Attorney General than ensuring the safety and well-being of our communities.

That’s why I have a comprehensive plan to combat violent crime, get illegal guns off our streets, and protect our kids.

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Jay Jones @jonesjay.bsky.social · 8d

No politician should come between a woman and her doctor.

When Virginians solidify the right to an abortion in our Constitution, I’ll use every tool in the OAG to defend it against federal attacks.

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Jay Jones @jonesjay.bsky.social · 9d

From the moment he became Attorney General, MAGA @jasonmiyaresva.bsky.social fired staff and lawyers working on civil rights, opioids, human trafficking and election issues.

I’ll rebuild the OAG to lower grocery and housing prices and keep our communities safe from fentanyl and violent crime.

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Jay Jones @jonesjay.bsky.social · 9d

Trump’s Medicaid cuts are already causing healthcare clinics to close and overwhelming others that provide care to Virginians who need it most.

Our AG should be fighting back against these cuts and delivering for rural Virginians, not enabling Trump.

dailyprogress.com/news/local/b...

Central Virginia free clinics fear Medicaid cuts mean they'll be 'overrun with new patients'

Central Virginia free clinic operators warned Sen. Tim Kaine last week that President Donald Trump's cuts to Medicaid could overwhelm their capacity.

dailyprogress.com

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Jay Jones @jonesjay.bsky.social · 10d

I’ve blocked grocery price hikes. Fought utility overcharges. Raised pay for teachers and police.

I’ve always put working families first – and that’s exactly what I’ll continue to do as Attorney General.

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Jay Jones @jonesjay.bsky.social · 10d

Public safety isn’t partisan – it’s personal.

As Attorney General, I’ll work with local law enforcement, elected officials, and community leaders to keep all Virginians safe in their homes and across the Commonwealth.

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Jay Jones @jonesjay.bsky.social · 11d

Another great canvass launch in Chesapeake. Now more than ever, it’s critical that we flip seats – from the House of Delegates to the Office of the Attorney General – red to blue.

We’ll see you out there!

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Jay Jones @jonesjay.bsky.social · 11d

Families are feeling the squeeze, and rather than fight to lower costs, @jasonmiyaresva.bsky.social is standing by Trump’s side.

As Attorney General, I’ll take on price gouging and fight harmful economic policies to lower costs.

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Jay Jones @jonesjay.bsky.social · 12d

The attacks on abortion rights won’t stop – and neither will we. I’ll fight every day to keep Virginia a safe haven for reproductive freedom.

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Jay Jones @jonesjay.bsky.social · 12d

When Republicans attack Medicaid, they aren’t just hurting the most vulnerable – they’re hurting our entire economy. Health care jobs disappear, hospitals close, and costs go up for everyone.

I’ll use the Attorney General's office to protect Virginia’s healthcare system and keep costs down.

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Jay Jones @jonesjay.bsky.social · 12d

Our kids are growing up online, and it’s past time we protect them.

I’ll hold tech companies accountable for exploiting children’s data and work with parents, teachers, and law enforcement to keep kids safe online.

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Jay Jones @jonesjay.bsky.social · 12d

Five! I truly can’t believe it. Happy anniversary, Mavis! You’re the heart and soul of this family and hold us together every single day. I couldn’t imagine traveling this road with anyone else by my side. I love you!

Jay Jones @jonesjay.bsky.social · 13d

I love getting out across Virginia to hear directly from you about the issues that matter most. Together, we can work to build a stronger, fairer Commonwealth.

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Jay Jones @jonesjay.bsky.social · 13d

We don’t have to accept gun violence as normal. I’ll fight for stronger laws, safer communities, and real accountability for those flooding our streets with illegal guns.

roanoke.com/news/local/g...

Roanoke gun violence efforts could be useful across Virginia, AG candidate says

Jay Jones' visit to Roanoke began a busy week for state politicians campaigning in the Roanoke and New River valleys, on the first full week of in-person early voting.

roanoke.com

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