Virginia AG Defends Fair Representation in Virginia Beach

Detected February 7th, 2026

Summary

Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones has filed to withdraw his predecessor's support for an inequitable city council representation system in Virginia Beach. This action aims to ensure fair and equitable representation for all residents in local elections.

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Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones has filed a motion to withdraw the state's previous support for an inequitable city council representation system in Virginia Beach, as part of the case Latasha Holloway et al. v. City of Virginia Beach, et al. This move fulfills a campaign promise and aims to ensure fair and equitable representation for all residents in local elections, upholding democratic principles.

This action signifies a shift in the state's position on voting representation within Virginia Beach. While no immediate compliance actions are required for regulated entities, this development may influence future legal challenges and policy discussions regarding local electoral systems. The Attorney General's office is committed to protecting fundamental rights and democracy at the local level.

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Commonwealth of Virginia
Office of the Attorney General

Jay Jones
Attorney General

202 North 9th Street
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804-786-2071
FAX 804-786-1991
Virginia Relay Service
800-828-1120

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RPickett@oag.state.va.us

Attorney General Jones Moves to Defend Fair System of Representation in Virginia Beach

AG Jones Delivers on Day One Promise to Protect Our Fundamental Rights and Democracy

Richmond, VA – **** Today, Attorney General Jay Jones filed to withdraw his predecessor’s support for reinstating the inequitable system of city council representation in the City of Virginia Beach in Latasha Holloway et al. v. City of Virginia Beach, et al., delivering on yet another day one promise.

“Residents of Virginia Beach deserve a voting system that ensures every voice is heard and every person is represented in a fair and equitable manner at the local level,” Attorney General Jay Jones said. “This action delivers on my day one promise to Virginians and reaffirms my commitment to leveraging every legal tool at our disposal to put Virginians first and fight for our democracy.”