Virginia Sets Special Election for Connolly's Congressional Seat
Above: Glenn Youngkin at the Road to Majority Faith and Freedom Conference in Washington, DC, on June 22, 2024. Image copyright: Andrew Leyden/Contributor/NurPhoto via Getty Images
The Spin
Democratic narrative
This special election in a safely blue district serves as the first real test of Democratic voter sentiment following Donald Trump's return to the White House, particularly in a district with a high concentration of federal workers facing potential government cuts. The race will determine whether voters prefer a more pro-establishment approach or a more disruptive one, challenging traditional politics.
Republican narrative
Republicans must not overlook the fact that this is a safely blue district. After all, Virginia's 11th Congressional District is actually a winnable suburban swing seat despite its reputation. The GOP must choose the right candidate, one that is unafraid to stand for MAGA in Virginia, to flip this race red.