Former Virginia lawmaker Dave LaRock may be entering the race for governor, potentially challenging fellow Republican Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears, who has the backing of Gov. Glenn Youngkin. LaRock, a 10-year member of the Virginia House of Delegates, is gathering signatures to get on the ballot and force a primary, citing the need for competition within the party. He criticized Earle-Sears, questioning her ability to unite the Republican base due to past negative comments about President Donald Trump, despite her more recent public support for him.
LaRock, who participated in the Jan. 6 rally in support of Trump, emphasized his experience and consistent backing of Trump as qualifications for the governorship. Political analysts view LaRock’s chances as a long shot due to his late entry into the race and lack of visibility statewide. Earle-Sears’ campaign maintains she is a proven winner with a strong coalition of supporters and is positioned to win any potential primary.
The Republican nominee is expected to face Democratic candidate Abigail Spanberger, a former U.S. representative, in the general election. While LaRock’s bid for governor may introduce an element of uncertainty in the race, the outcome of the primary will ultimately determine the Republican candidate who will contend with Spanberger in the gubernatorial election.
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