Rep. Kiggans Faces Criticism Following Richmond Radio Interview
The congresswoman said she agreed with the sentiment, not the language, after a clipped interview drew criticism and a viral post from a pro-Democratic Super PAC.
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Democrats call for key House Republican to resign over radio interview
Virginia Republican agrees with radio host's racially-coded attack against Hakeem Jeffries
Rep. Jennifer A. Kiggans (R-VA) agreed with a radio host after he used a racially-charged term to attack House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) because he spoke out about Virginia redistricting efforts.Kiggans reportedly made the remarks this week during an interview with Richmond's Morning Ne...
Rep. Kiggans faces criticism following Richmond radio interview
Local Congresswoman Jen Kiggans is facing criticism on social media following a radio interview on WRVA on Monday morning."If Hakeem Jeffries wants to be involved in Virginia politics, then I suggest he does what a bunch of New Yorkers are doing, leave New York, move down here to Virginia, run for office down here. You can represent us. If not, get your cotton-picking hands off of Virginia," host Rich Herrera said during the interview during the…
GOP Lawmaker Agrees With Host Telling Black Dem To Keep 'Cotton-picking Hands' Off VA
Rep. Jennifer A. Kiggans (R-VA) agreed with a radio host after he used a racially charged term to attack House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) because he spoke out about Virginia redistricting efforts. Kiggans reportedly made the remarks this week during an interview with Richmond's Morning News. "If Hakeem Jeffries wants to be involved in Virginia politics, then I suggest he does what a bunch of New Yorkers are doing. Leave New York, m…
Democrats call on Kiggans to resign after radio interview
by Brandon Jarvis Rep. Jen Kiggans, R-VA02, is facing calls for her resignation after comments she made during an appearance on WRVA Monday morning. During the interview, the show’s host discussed U.S. House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries and his involvement in the Virginia Democratic redistricting efforts. “If Hakeem Jeffries wants to be involved in Virginia politics, then I suggest he does what a bunch of New Yorkers are doing. Leave New Yo…
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