Jen Kiggans
Coverage of Jen Kiggans in the Nexus archive.
- Ex-House Dem who ripped congressional stock trading ban as 'bull----' changes her tune in comeback bid
Elaine Luria, a former Congresswoman from Virginia, now supports a congressional stock trading ban despite previously dismissing it as 'bull----' in 2022. Her net worth increased from $1.13 million to over $22 million during her time in office, including investments in Alibaba and Tesla, with her husband purchasing Tesla stock before she voted for a bill benefiting the company.
- Ex-House Dem who ripped congressional stock trading ban as 'bull----' changes her tune in comeback bid
Elaine Luria, a former Congresswoman, now supports a congressional stock trading ban after previously dismissing it as 'bull----'. Her financial disclosures show she held $250,000 in Alibaba stock and her husband purchased Tesla shares before related legislation, with her net worth rising from $1.13 million to $22 million during her time in office. She will face Jen Kiggans in a 2026 congressional race.
- WATCH: Dem candidate grilled on stock trading after being duped with selfie request
A Democratic candidate faced questions about her stock trading and net worth increase during a confrontation framed as a selfie request. She opposed legislation banning congressional stock trading, citing existing safeguards, and is seeking a political comeback in a competitive Virginia district.
- WATCH: Dem candidate grilled on stock trading after being duped with selfie request
Elaine Luria faced questioning about her stock trading and net worth increase during a confrontation framed as a selfie request. Luria opposed proposals to ban congressional stock trading in 2022, citing existing safeguards under the STOCK Act. The incident occurs amid her political campaign in Virginia's 2nd Congressional District.
- Kiggans maintains support for Iran war while warning of pain at the pump
Jen Kiggans, a Republican from Virginia Beach, supports U.S. military actions against Iran but acknowledges the conflict's impact on rising fuel prices. Democrats criticize her stance, linking it to economic strain on voters. Kiggans faces a competitive congressional race amid these challenges.
- US Supreme Court decision ends Virginia’s redistricting fight, reshapes 2026 races
The U.S. Supreme Court rejected Virginia Democrats' emergency appeal over congressional redistricting, ending efforts to revive the state’s redistricting referendum and reshaping the 2026 races. This decision left in place the 2021 congressional districts, leading to Democratic campaign suspensions and forcing both parties to regroup. Political analysts note Democrats still see Virginia as competitive despite the collapsed redistricting plan.
- Democratic calls grow for GOP Rep. Jen Kiggans to resign
Democratic lawmakers are calling for Republican Rep. Jen Kiggans to resign due to her alleged agreement with derogatory comments about House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries. Over a dozen House Democrats have called for her resignation, citing wrongdoing. The controversy surrounds a radio interview where Kiggans appeared to condone offensive language.
- ‘Cotton picking’: US lawmaker condemned for racist comment about Jeffries
US Representative Jen Kiggans endorsed racist statements about top House Democrat Hakeem Jeffries, sparking condemnation. The comment referred to 'cotton picking', a phrase with racial undertones. This incident highlights ongoing issues of racism in US politics.
- Jeffries’s office slams Kiggans for agreeing with a conservative host’s ‘cotton-picking’ remarks
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries' office criticized Rep. Jen Kiggans for agreeing with a conservative radio host's derogatory remarks. The host made 'cotton-picking' comments towards Jeffries. The incident highlights racial tensions in US politics.
- GOP Rep. Jen Kiggans faces backlash for agreeing with ‘cotton-picking’ comment about Hakeem Jeffries
GOP Rep. Jen Kiggans faces backlash for agreeing with a comment about Hakeem Jeffries. The comment was described as 'cotton-picking'. Rep. Jen Kiggans is a Republican from Virginia.
- US Democrats urge Jen Kiggans to resign for agreeing with racist ‘cotton-picking’ remark
US Democrats are calling for Republican congresswoman Jen Kiggans to resign after she agreed with a radio host's comment that included a racist remark about Hakeem Jeffries. Kiggans claims she was only agreeing that Jeffries should stay out of Virginia politics and did not condone the host's language. The incident has sparked controversy and criticism from Democrats.
- Key House Republican faces calls from Democrats to resign over radio interview
Rep. Jen Kiggans faces calls to resign from Democratic colleagues after a radio interview where she allegedly agreed with a host's racist remark about House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries. Kiggans denied agreeing with or condoning the language, but Democrats are calling for her resignation. The incident has sparked controversy and heated debate.
- Virginia Democrats’ $70M redistricting gamble backfires after court defeat, ignites blame game
Virginia Democrats' redistricting effort has backfired after a court defeat, leading to a blame game within the party. The Virginia Supreme Court struck down the congressional maps due to legal deficiencies. Democrats are arguing over whether party leaders ignored legal warnings.
- Virginia Democrats’ $70M redistricting gamble backfires after court defeat, ignites blame game
Virginia Democrats' redistricting effort has backfired after a court defeat, triggering a blame game within the party. The Virginia Supreme Court struck down the maps, citing legal deficiencies. The party is now arguing over whether leaders ignored legal warnings and pushed a risky strategy.
- GOP fractures over Virginia redistricting map handing Democrats 10–1 edge
Republicans are divided over Virginia's new redistricting map, which creates a 10-1 Democratic advantage. The map passed with 51.5% voter approval, prompting GOP claims of partisan gerrymandering and legal challenges. Key figures like Richard Hudson and Virginians for Fair Maps argue the process was unfair, while others, such as Marjorie Taylor Greene, blame GOP messaging failures.
- GOP fractures over Virginia redistricting map handing Democrats 10–1 edge
Republicans in Virginia are divided over a new redistricting map that creates a 10-1 Democratic advantage, with party leaders criticizing it as a partisan gerrymander. The map passed with 51.5% voter approval, prompting GOP calls for legal challenges and blame-shifting over messaging failures.
- Trump urges Virginia voters to reject 'blatant partisan power grab' by Democrats
President Donald Trump and House Speaker Mike Johnson urge Virginia voters to reject a Democratic redistricting ballot measure that could shift Virginia's congressional delegation to a 10-1 Democratic majority. The proposed map, criticized as a 'blatant partisan power grab,' threatens five Republican-held seats and could eliminate four out of five GOP congressional positions in the state.
- Trump urges Virginia voters to reject 'blatant partisan power grab' by Democrats
President Donald Trump is urging Virginia voters to reject a Democratic redistricting ballot measure that could shift the state's congressional delegation to a 10-1 Democratic advantage. Trump and House Speaker Mike Johnson argue the map is a partisan power grab that would eliminate Republican representation, while Democrats hold a voter registration edge in the state.