Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin Urges Incoming Trump Officials to Settle in His State
Youngkin highlights Virginia's quality of life, education, and tax advantages in a pitch to Trump administration staffers relocating to the DC area.
- Governor Glenn Youngkin released a video inviting new Trump administration officials to make Virginia their home instead of Washington, D.C., or Maryland.
- Youngkin emphasized Virginia's strong public education system, lower taxes, and safe communities as key attractions for relocating families.
- The governor's message included visuals of Virginia landmarks, such as the Blue Ridge Mountains and Old Town Alexandria, to showcase the state's appeal.
- Virginia has become a popular residence for many GOP insiders, with notable Republican figures already living in the state.
- While Virginia leans more Republican than its neighbors, Democrats currently hold both chambers of the state legislature and most federal seats in the state.