CNN reports that top Virginia Democrats have criticized attorney general nominee Jay Jones over newly revealed text messages.
Top Virginia Democrats have sharply criticized attorney general nominee Jay Jones but are stopping short of calling on him to leave the race after newly revealed text messages showed he suggested that a colleague be shot.
Gubernatorial nominee Abigail Spanberger and lieutenant governor nominee Ghazala Hashmi called Jones' texts inexcusable, as did Virginia's two Democratic senators.
Notably, Jones' texted:
Three people, two bullets.
Despite the criticism, they are not calling for him to leave the race, sparking concerns about his suitability for the role of Attorney-General.
Author's summary: Jay Jones faces criticism over violent text messages.