Democrats are doubling down on calls to oust Rep. Jen Kiggans, a Republican running to defend her vulnerable seat in Virginia this fall, after she seemed to agree with a conservative radio host’s racist description of Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries. Kiggans, who denies agreeing with the comment, on Monday appeared on Richmond’s Morning News where […]

Democrats are doubling down on calls to oust Rep. Jen Kiggans, a Republican running to defend her vulnerable seat in Virginia this fall, after she seemed to agree with a…

A Virginia Republican lawmaker is facing backlash after appearing to agree with a racist remark made during a radio interview.

“Extremists who endorse disgusting, vile and racist language are pathetic,” said a spokesperson for the House Democratic leader.

“Extremists who endorse disgusting, vile and racist language are pathetic,” a spokesperson for Hakeem Jeffries said.