The story of Gov. Youngkin selecting a former aide to far-right/”Big Lie” State Sen. Amanda Chase (R) as Virginia’s new Elections Commissioner continues to take some serious twists and turns. First, Sen. Chase yesterday BLASTED the selection of her former aide, saying she’s “deeply troubled and devastated” by this appointment; that Beals was NOT one of her recommended candidates; that it’s a “huge disappointment” given that Beals “denied any election irregularities and did not support a resolution calling for a full forensic audit that was being presented by members of the committee”; etc.
And now, as you can see below, Virginia’s former elections commissioner – Chris Piper, who was very well respected, viewed as apolitical and professional, etc. – is vouching for her, saying “she is a class act,” and saying “I encourage all Virginians to support her so she can continue to build on the strength of elections conducted in Virginia because that’s what Virginians deserve.” Innnnteresting…
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