Virginia’s former first lady to run for Congress in newly drawn district - AP News
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Virginia's former first lady will run for Congress in a competitive district.
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Virginia’s former first lady, Suzanne Youngkin, announced her candidacy for Congress in the newly drawn 10th Congressional District. Youngkin, a Republican, will challenge incumbent Democratic Rep. Jennifer Wexton, who is not seeking re-election due to a Parkinson's disease diagnosis. The 10th District, which spans from Loudoun County to parts of Prince William County, is considered a swing district.
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Suzanne Youngkin announced her candidacy for Congress in Virginia's newly drawn 10th Congressional District.
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