Democratic calls grow for GOP Rep. Jen Kiggans to resign
Summary
Rep. Jen Kiggans, a Republican from Virginia, is facing calls from many Democrats to resign after she appeared to agree with a radio host who used a racist phrase referring to House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries. Kiggans denies supporting the language and says she only meant Jeffries should stay out of Virginia politics. The issue has become a major point as Kiggans seeks reelection in a competitive district.Key Facts
- Rep. Jen Kiggans responded "Yes, yes" to a radio host who told Hakeem Jeffries to "get your cotton-picking hands off of Virginia," a phrase with racist connotations.
- Kiggans said she did not condone the racist language and meant Jeffries should stay out of Virginia politics.
- More than a dozen House Democrats, including top leaders of Jeffries' team, have called for Kiggans to resign.
- The Congressional Black Caucus and several prominent Democrats also demanded her resignation.
- House Speaker Mike Johnson said he would talk to Kiggans but urged caution in judging her character based on this comment.
- Jeffries' office accused Kiggans of wanting to return to times of racial oppression but did not call directly for her resignation.
- Kiggans and Republican officials claim Democrats are using the controversy to distract from election challenges.
- The issue is drawing attention ahead of the November election in a highly contested Virginia district.
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