Absolutely wild. @JohnReid4VA holds a 40 minute debate against an AI version of Senator Hashmi when she refused to debate him as they compete for Virginia's Lieutenant Governor. Her response to the Jay Jones text scandal using statements she made to press.

In a bizarre 40-minute scene, @JohnReid4VA held a “debate” with the AI version of Senator Hashmi. When I asked about the backlash, Noah Jennings, campaign manager for John Reid’s campaign, told the me, “Welcome to the First Amendment."

Follow Washington Examiner for your Virginia election night coverage. I am in Virginia Beach at Jason Miyares watch party, Samantha-Jo Roth is with Winsome Earle-Sears and Mabinty 🦋 is with Abigail Spanberger. washingtonexaminer.com/live-blog/2025…

Virginia Beach voters back Jay Jones: ‘I’ve said things I don’t mean’ washingtonexaminer.com/live-blog/2025…

As Abigail Spanberger takes the win, the Jason Miyares Press Secretary Alex Cofield says they are still holding out hope. Washington Examiner washingtonexaminer.com/live-blog/2025…

Fox News projects Jay Jones to win in Virginia at Jason Miyares election night watch party.

As Jay Jones takes the win in Virginia, Jason Miyares wishes him the best. "I wish Jay the best is because we, the people of Virginia, need it. We need an attorney general who focus every day on keeping us safe."

. Amy DeLaura reports from Arlington as ICE slams Arlington Police for not helping with immigration arrests, claiming repeat offenders are being released. ACPD says it’s a federal job. tinyurl.com/k94aw6a9

Keeley Higgins, a far-left activist, went on profanity filled rant during Portland's City Council meeting. She made threats against the Portland Mayor for his homeless camping ban, complained about money being sent to Israel, and called ICE "nazis."

John Collins, homeless for more than a year, testified at the Portland City Council meeting in favor of sweeps and the camping ban. Sweeps helped him get clean. Collins now holds a full time job, is getting his CDL license, and wants to help others off the streets.

During the Portland City Council meeting Shelia, a resident in Old Town since 2002, said city sweeps are needed to help businesses. Staff at the Japanese American Museum of Oregon said elders in the community are hesitant to visit the museum due to the crime and homelessness. The

I'm in Portland, Oregon where many residents made it very clear during a contentious City Council meeting they want homeless encampment sweeps to continue. washingtonexaminer.com/news/3887103/p…

Our Amy DeLaura is in Portland, Oregon covering the protests outside the ICE facility. This comes as Antifa has released a hit list of conservative streamers who have been covering the protests for weeks. washingtonexaminer.com/news/3888345/p…

. Amy DeLaura reports as tensions ran high outside Portland’s ICE facility as protesters and counterprotesters gathered by the hundreds — some with megaphones, others with inflatable costumes and grills. More here: washingtonexaminer.com/watch/2402168/

It’s the Battle of the Inflatables. Our Amy DeLaura reports from outside the ICE facility in Portland, Oregon, where protesters and counter protesters are colliding for the second big night in a row. washingtonexaminer.com/videos/3888620…

.Amy DeLaura reports from Portland, where the homelessness crisis is reshaping daily life — from businesses losing foot traffic to parks and museums becoming unsafe for families and seniors. “I have compassion for the homeless… but there is no smoking in this park.”

Community group works to shield Portland park from crime and drug use trib.al/yA1J1tb

Our Amy DeLaura got an exclusive look inside an organization in Portland trying to help the homeless by building trust and reestablishing dignity. For those who want help, their message is clear: Beds and resources to get clean are available. bit.ly/4rg9hVq