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racial-controversy
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Washington Examinerpolitics65 days ago
Virginia Republican Congresswoman Calls for Radio Host's Firing
A Republican congresswoman from Virginia agreed with a radio host who told House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries to keep his "cotton-picking hands" off Virginia politics. The congresswoman later said she did not condone the language but was agreeing that Jeffries should stay out…
Newsweekpolitics65 days ago
Virginia Rep. Jen Kiggans Agrees With Radio Host's Comment About Hakeem Jeffries
Rep. Jen Kiggans agreed with a radio host who told House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries to keep his "cotton-picking hands" off Virginia during a discussion about redistricting. Democrats condemned the exchange as racist and demanded an apology or resignation. Kiggans said she di…