Descano talks Republican attacks and not running for attorney general
He explains why he is supporting Jay Jones instead of running himself.
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Fairfax Commonwealth Attorney Steve Descano talked to Virginia Scope Friday about deciding to not run for attorney general and why he endorsed Jay Jones for the Democratic nomination. He also discussed the constant Republican attacks against him and how he feels about it.
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Descano talks Republican attacks and not running for attorney general
Fairfax Commonwealth Attorney Steve Descano was strongly considering a run for attorney general next year — but he decided to forego that and endorse Jay Jones for the Democratic nomination instead.
Descano discussed why he decided not to run for attorney general during an interview with Virginia Scope Friday. He also discussed the constant attacks his office receives from Republicans for his criminal justice reform policies.