Virginia AG Race Heats Up as Florida Official Endorses Miyares Over Crime Concerns

By Theodore Bunker | Tuesday, 04 November 2025 10:41 AM EST

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier urged Virginia voters to reelect Attorney General Jason Miyares, framing public safety as the central issue in the race and praising Miyares as a committed crime-fighter. Speaking on “National Report,” Uthmeier argued that Virginians would send a strong message against violent crime by supporting Miyares, who he described as having consistently backed law enforcement and pursued gang activity aggressively.

Uthmeier contrasted Miyares with the Democratic candidate, criticizing the latter’s inflammatory rhetoric that drew national attention and became a focal point in late debates. He emphasized that families “want to raise their kids in an environment where they will be safe,” calling Miyares a “protector of children” who has worked to reduce crime. Uthmeier encouraged Virginians to vote, stating the election would signal the state’s rejection of violent crimes.

The Virginia attorney general contest has drawn significant attention following reports of incendiary text messages linked to the Democratic candidate, which dominated recent debates and media coverage. Uthmeier also addressed the federal government shutdown, condemning Democrats and advocating for a “clean bill” to reopen agencies. He warned that programs like the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program face disruption if the stalemate continues, aligning with broader Republican messaging on public safety and law enforcement support.

The potential fallout from the shutdown has heightened urgency for a Capitol Hill compromise as families prepare for missed payments and state agencies develop contingency plans.