Republicans Congratulate Glenn Youngkin Win in Virginia Governor’s Race

WARRENTON, VIRGINIA - OCTOBER 29: Republican gubernatorial candidate Glenn Youngkin and Su
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Katherine Hamilton

Republicans are lavishing Virginia Governor-elect Glenn Youngkin with congratulations for what seems to be a victory over Democrat candidate Terry McAullife.

Despite a mysterious snafu in reporting from Fairfax County, Virginia, Youngkin out-performed former President Donald Trump in some counties while McAuliffe underperformed in key Democrat counties, seemingly cementing Youngkin’s victory in the largely purple state.

MANASSAS, VIRGINIA - OCTOBER 30: Virginia Republican gubernatorial candidate Glenn Youngkin and Suzanne Youngkin greet supporters as they arrive to a campaign event October 30, 2021 in Manassas, Virginia. Youngkin is on the last few days of his campaign bus tour across the state of Virginia as he contests Democratic candidate and former Virginia Gov. Terry McAuliffe in the state election that is less than a week away on November 2. (Photo by Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images)

Virginia Republican gubernatorial candidate Glenn Youngkin and Suzanne Youngkin greet supporters as they arrive to a campaign event October 30, 2021, in Manassas, Virginia. (Photo by Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images)

The high-profile win represents utter Democrat failure — especially considering President Joe Biden’s 500,000-vote win in 2020. In the past several months, a spotlight has been on Virginia’s culture war regarding parents’ rights and education. Youngkin polled more favorably with voters than McAulliffe leading up to the gubernatorial election as voters have become increasingly frustrated with Democrat leadership on education and the economy.

The GOP cheered news of the early win as a sign Americans are fed up with leftists’ radical agenda — and as a potential preview of Republican domination in 2022 and 2024.

“Well done, @GlennYoungkin. This is the start of many wins to come. The #RedWave is here — let’s take back the House! #VAGOV #FirePelosi,” House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy tweeted.

Donald Trump Jr. spokesman Andy Surabian has termed the red wave crashing across America on Tuesday night “the great wokelash.”  Trump Jr. himself also ripped Biden as the results poured in, crushing Democrats’ hopes of snagging the governorship. 

“When Biden wakes up tomorrow afternoon, somebody’s gonna have to tell him he’s now officially presiding over the collapse of the Democrat party,” he said. 

Former Vice President Mike Pence (R) heralded Youngkin’s win as the start of the “conservative comeback.”

GOP Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel said Virginians have “sent a message across America” by electing Youngkin. She also taunted Democrats, saying they “should be worried” about their future political prospects.

“The RNC was proud to work with Republicans in Virginia to get out the vote. We made over 5 MILLION volunteer voter contacts in Virginia! We are building a data-driven grassroots infrastructure. Democrats should be worried,” she said.

Sen. Tom Cotton (R-AR) also lauded the victory over Democrats, whose House and Senate majorities are increasingly threatened every day as Biden flounders on issues Americans care about most.

“Congratulations to governor-elect Glenn Youngkin! Dems should take notice. We’re just getting started,” Cotton said.

Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) joined the ranks in calling the race for Youngkin and tweeted five major takeaways from the race.

Graham tweeted:

“I’m calling it too, Virginia for Youngkin! Also, Go #Braves. 5 Takeaways from Virginia Tonight:

1️⃣ Virginia has rejected Biden’s radical agenda.

2️⃣ The Democrats ‘Trump Card’ against Youngkin didn’t work.

3️⃣ Youngkin is a new rising star in the Republican Party.

4️⃣ The party of Donald Trump won big tonight in Virginia.

5️⃣ Democrats continue to stick with Biden’s agenda at their own peril.

The GOP too declared the onset of the “red wave” and also declared Republican victories for Lieutenant Governor-elect Winsome Sears and Attorney General-elect Jason Miyares.

” RED WAVE REPUBLICANS sweep Virginia! Congratulations to Governor-elect @GlennYoungkin, Lieutenant Governor-elect @WinsomeSears, and Attorney General-elect @JasonMiyaresVA,” the GOP tweeted.

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