Imagine a gun control advocacy group handing over a hefty sum to a politician who once texted about hypothetically shooting a political rival—sounds like a plot twist, doesn’t it? That’s exactly the eyebrow-raising situation unfolding in Virginia with Democratic candidate Jay Jones.
Breitbart reported that Democrat Jay Jones, running for Virginia’s top legal office, has found himself in hot water over recently unearthed texts that expose a dark and violent side at a time when the nation is grappling with political violence.
Back in 2022, according to a report referenced by Breitbart News from the National Review, Jones sent texts to Virginia House Delegate Carrie Coyner, a Republican, discussing a hypothetical scenario of shooting former Speaker Todd Gilbert.
He even reportedly wished ill on Gilbert’s children. These sickening texts may have been sent years ago, but this comes just over a month after conservative activist Charlie Kirk was assassinated.
Democrats who wish death on their political opponents have no place at any level of government in light of last month's horrific events.
Fast forward to August 2025, and Everytown for Gun Safety, a prominent advocate for stricter firearm laws, decided to back Jones with a substantial $200,000 contribution, as reported by FOX News.
Now, one might wonder if they missed the memo on those texts—or if their commitment to certain candidates outweighs a few unsavory words. It’s a head-scratcher for those of us who value consistency in principles.
Everytown’s mission is to curb gun violence, which makes their support for someone with such rhetoric seem like a bit of a misfire.
Sure, political campaigns are messy, but shouldn’t a group so focused on safety be extra cautious about who they bankroll? It’s the kind of irony that could fuel a late-night talk show monologue.
The contribution itself isn’t illegal or even uncommon—big money often flows in politics. But pairing a gun safety agenda with a candidate who’s tossed around violent hypotheticals feels like mixing oil and water. Many conservatives might see this as another example of progressive groups overlooking red flags when it suits their narrative.
By October 7, 2025, the plot thickened when the Free Beacon reported that Everytown had quietly removed their endorsement of Jones from their website.
Before this subtle retreat, Jones was proudly featured on their ‘Gun Sense Voter’ endorsement page. It’s almost as if they realized the optics weren’t quite right after all.
Did Everytown think no one would notice the disappearing act? In the age of screenshots and digital archives, pulling an endorsement without explanation is like trying to hide an elephant in a broom closet. It suggests they might be feeling the heat, even if they’re not saying a word.
While there’s no direct quote from Everytown or Jones in the provided data to explain their side, the silence itself speaks volumes. Actions like scrubbing a website often hint at damage control rather than a principled stand. It’s a move that leaves more questions than answers for Virginia voters.
For those of us who lean right, this situation reeks of the double standards often seen in progressive circles. If a conservative candidate had sent similar texts, the outrage would likely be deafening, with calls for resignation echoing across every news outlet. Yet, here, the initial endorsement stood—until it didn’t.
Everytown’s backpedaling might be a nod to public pressure, but it doesn’t erase the fact that $200,000 already changed hands.
That’s not pocket change; it’s a serious investment in a candidate whose words clash with the group’s stated mission. It’s hard not to see this as a fumble in judgment.
The broader issue here isn’t just about Jones or Everytown—it’s about accountability in politics. When groups champion causes like gun safety, they ought to hold their chosen candidates to the same high standards they demand of others. Anything less feels like a betrayal of trust to everyday folks watching from the sidelines.
At the end of the day, this saga is a reminder that campaign contributions and endorsements aren’t just transactions—they’re statements of values.
Everytown’s initial support and quiet retreat, paired with Jones’ past rhetoric, paint a messy picture that conservatives and moderates alike might find troubling. Let’s hope future decisions by advocacy groups show a bit more foresight.