VA Senate, House Dems Call Out Youngkin, Sears, Miyares For Working “to implement Trump’s extremist agenda into Virginia, disregarding the well-being of families across the Commonwealth.””

ICYMI: Senate and House Democrats Press Conference: The President or Virginia?

Richmond, V.A. — In case you missed it, Senate and House of Delegates Democrats gathered in front of the Virginia State Capitol to call on Governor Glenn Youngkin, Lieutenant Governor Winsome Earle-Sears, and Attorney General Jason Miyares to put their political affiliations aside and stand up to the President for their constituents.

On Wednesday, February 5, 2025, Senate Majority Leader Scott Surovell and Senate Democratic Caucus Chair Mamie E. Locke, along with House Democratic leadership, stood side by side to highlight the Virginians directly affected by the new far-right federal government.

Here are the words heard across Virginia today:

”Instead of protecting Virginians, Governor Glenn Youngkin, Lieutenant Governor Winsome Earle-Sears, and Attorney General Jason Miyares are prioritizing political loyalty over the parental rights and personal freedoms they so often tout—but rarely put into practice. Their goal is clear: to implement Trump’s extremist agenda into Virginia, disregarding the well-being of families across the Commonwealth,” Senator Mamie E. Locke continues, “Rolling back over 60 years of progress isn’t just a policy decision—it’s a direct assault on every American who has ever fought for a fair shot in this country. It’s a gut punch to communities that bled, marched, and legislated their way into spaces they were once barred from. Let’s be clear: this was never just about getting a seat at the table. It was about ensuring that the people at the table actually reflect America—all of America. Not just the privileged few. Not just the powerful. And certainly not just white men.”

Senator Mamie E. Locke delivering remarks as Senate and House Democrats stand united.

“I’m still disappointed in our Governor’s response to this chaos and instability, particularly to the ongoing hiring freeze assault on the dignity of the federal employees of our state…. We are one of the largest states with federal employment in the country… We have 2 millions to rely on Medicaid for their healthcare, mostly children, the elderly, and low income working adults. Senate Democrats spent years in this capital fighting to expand Medicaid to reduce the number of uninsured Virginia to zero. Now, this is all at risk because Governor Youngkin is backing his political party and his political ambition and not his people, the people of Virginia. Senate and House Democrats are going to the mat to fight for Medicaid recipients.” said Senator Scott Surovell.

Senator Scott Surovell sending a clear message to Virginia Republican Leadership.