Republican Primary 2025 - Winsome Sears

In this compelling episode of the Virginia Tea Party podcast, host Nelson Velez interviews Lieutenant Governor Winsome Earle-Sears, who is running for Governor of Virginia in the upcoming election. Recorded on April 3, 2025, Sears emphasizes the critical stakes of the race, drawing parallels to the historic 2024 election, and positions herself as a common-sense warrior for Virginia’s future. She highlights her extensive travels—logging over 24,000 miles annually—to connect with Virginians, listening to their concerns about education, safety, and economic stability. Sears contrasts her record with her opponent, Abigail Spanberger, accusing her of supporting radical policies like sanctuary cities and open borders, citing Spanberger’s vote against the Laken Riley Act (https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/7511). She also touts Virginia’s fiscal responsibility under Republican leadership, including a Rainy Day Fund and plans to return nearly $7 billion to taxpayers. Addressing past COVID-era closures by a Democratic governor, Sears vows to protect freedoms, support law enforcement, and deport criminal illegal immigrants, aligning with President Trump’s policies. With record-breaking fundraising (outpacing even past governors like Glenn Youngkin), Sears urges viewers to visit https://winsomeforgovernor.com/ to volunteer and donate, stressing the election’s role as a bellwether for 2026 congressional races. This is a must-watch for anyone invested in Virginia’s future!