Youngkin reaffirms support for Sears as candidates are facing signature challenge
On Wednesday, after LaRock filed and before Chase announced her campaign, Youngkin put out another statement reaffirming his support for Sears.
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On Wednesday, after LaRock filed and before Chase announced her campaign, Youngkin put out another statement reaffirming his support for Sears.
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Youngkin reaffirms support for Sears as candidates facing signature challenge
Lt. Gov. Winsome Sears has had an interesting week. After months of being the only candidate seeking the Republican nomination for governor, she is now facing two potential opponents, former Del. Dave LaRock and former state Sen. Amanda Chase.
Gov. Glenn Youngkin, who remains liked across the commonwealth, endorsed Sears last year after Attorney General Jason Miyares decided to run for reelection instead of governor. On Wednesday, after LaRock filed and before Chase announced her campaign, Youngkin put out another statement reaffirming his support for Sears.