Ex-Pence Adviser Olivia Troye Launches Democratic Congressional Bid in Virginia
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Updated · POLITICO · Apr 14
Ex-Pence Adviser Olivia Troye Launches Democratic Congressional Bid in Virginia
21 articles · Updated · POLITICO · Apr 14
Olivia Troye, a former adviser to Mike Pence, has announced her candidacy for Congress as a Democrat in Virginia’s proposed new 7th District.
Troye, now a vocal Trump critic, will run if voters approve the redistricting referendum, joining a crowded Democratic primary field.
Her candidacy highlights the shifting political landscape and the ongoing battle over redistricting, which could reshape Virginia’s congressional delegation.
Can a former White House insider win the trust of voters in a new district?
How does a newcomer stand out in a primary full of established local figures?
How does a national profile translate to support in a local Virginia race?
With a court challenge pending, could Virginia's new district map be stopped?