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Speaker Don Scott

@donscott757.bsky.social
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Husband, dad, attorney, and delegate representing the 88th House District. 58th Speaker of the Virginia House of Delegates

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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 07/02/2026
Republicans across the country have denounced Trump’s racist post about the Obamas. Why haven’t Va Republicans done the same yet? Read my full statement calling on Va General Assembly Republicans to denounce this garbage. conta.cc/3MhOots
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Speaker Don Scott Calls on Virginia General Assembly Republicans to Denounce Racist Trump Post
Email from Virginia House Democrats Speaker Don Scott Calls on Virginia General Assembly Republicans to Denounce Racist Trump Post FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE· February 7th, 2026 Contact: Gianni Snidle Emai
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The Weekend on MS NOW @theweekendmsnow.bsky.social · 18/01/2026
“[Trump] has put us in a position where we have to do everything in our power to level the playing field.” Speaker of the Virginia House of Delegates @donscott757.bsky.social on the new measure his state passed that could redraw congressional maps ahead of the midterm elections.
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 08/10/2025
Under Trump, the job market is tanking. Republicans are focused on tax cuts for billionaires while shutting down the government and ripping healthcare away from millions. Virginia Republicans don't want to talk about the economy, job losses or the Trump shutdown at all.
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 03/09/2025
"The money would pay for additional registered and licensed practical nurses and certified nursing assistants who care directly for nursing home residents.” Virginia Republicans would rather get sued by nursing homes than give seniors the care they need. richmond.com/news/state-r...
richmond.com
Nursing homes suing Youngkin, calling his budget veto 'unconstitutional'
Nearly 200 nursing homes across Virginia are suing Gov. Glenn Youngkin over what they call his "unconstitutional veto" of additional Medicaid funding to help them hire nurses and aides.
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 01/09/2025
Happy Labor Day! Workers are the backbone of Virginia, and House Democrats will always stand with them — fighting for fair wages, paid leave, and the dignity every worker has earned.
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 14/08/2025
Republicans are working to raise prices on hardworking Virginians. They are too terrified to defy Trump kowtowing for his endorsement even as he destroys Virginia's economy and drives up the cost of healthcare and housing.
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 20/07/2025
I'm honored to receive the Johnnie L. Cochran, Jr. Soaring Eagle Award from American Association for Justice. Thank you so much, trial lawyers! I became a lawyer to fight for folks who’ve been overlooked and underestimated.
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 11/07/2025
At the behest of Va Republican leadership, the federal government is trying to ruin Virginia's top ranked education system. Republicans are cheering on the destruction of Va's economy and our higher education system. CNBC ranked Virginia #1 in education this week. www.propublica.org/article/geor...
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George Mason Is the Latest University Under Fire From Trump. Its President Fears an “Orchestrated” Campaign.
When university president Gregory Washington received notice that the Trump administration had opened an investigation into complaints of antisemitism, he was “perplexed.” But there are signs it may b...
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 10/07/2025
"Republicans are in denial about what Trump is doing to Virginia's economy.” Federal cuts claim new victim: Virginia’s status as top state for business www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/202...
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Federal cuts claim new victim: Virginia’s status as top state for business
Virginia fell from its top spot on CNBC’s closely watched list of the “Top States for Business” thanks to economic threats posed by cuts to the federal workforce.
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 10/07/2025
We’ve dropped from the top spot for business because Trump tanked our economy and Va Republicans just let it happen. Their only policy is fealty to Trump – even if that means Virginians lose their jobs, families suffer, and our economy takes the hit. www.cnbc.com/2025/07/10/v...
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Virginia drops in America's Top States for Business rankings. Federal job cuts are a big reason
Virginia loses No. 1 spot in America's Top States for Business in 2025 as President Trump's federal government job cuts hit the state economy.
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 09/07/2025
On the campus of UVA now and a sign of hope appears. Hang in there everyone, the best is still ahead!
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 04/07/2025
This is the greatest country in the world. And on July 4th, 1776, it made a promise to be a nation of the people, by the people, and for the people. Our journey to "a more perfect Union" continues. Happy Fourth of July 🇺🇸
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 27/06/2025
I’m grateful to President Ryan for his leadership at UVA. He led an award winning University to raise $6 billion. The school is ranked #4 in the country, but MAGA took him out and Republicans in Virginia are cheering Trump on.
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 23/06/2025
We flipped the House in 2023. Now we’re going to expand our majority. Great to be with so many fired-up Democrats at the Blue Commonwealth Gala. We’ve got the momentum. We’ve got the message. We’ve got the candidates— it’s general election time!
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 19/06/2025
Happy Juneteenth! Today is a celebration of freedom — hard fought, long delayed, and still unfinished! We honor our ancestors who came before us. We fight for those still waiting on justice. And we keep the faith that better days will come!
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 26/05/2025
There is no higher honor than raising your right hand to serve this country and no greater sacrifice than laying down your life in its defense. On Memorial Day, we remember and honor the brave men and women who gave everything for our freedom, our safety, and our future.
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 21/05/2025
It’s rare to find someone as committed to service as Congressman Gerry Connolly, and even rarer to see such a lasting impact. Mellanda and I are deeply saddened by his passing and send our heartfelt condolences to his family. He will be truly missed by all that knew him.
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 15/05/2025
Now, the Governor (lame duck) is doing the same thing here in Virginia that Republicans are doing in Washington, DC-ignoring the law, shutting down nursing homes in rural communities and denying needed medications funded by Medicaid. richmond.com/news/state-r...
richmond.com
House clerk blocks three Youngkin vetoes of budget items
House Clerk Paul Nardo rejected the three vetoes on procedural grounds, saying Gov. Glenn Youngkin attempted to veto the provision without also vetoing the budget appropriation that contained it.
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 12/05/2025
Proud to announce I've been elected to serve on the @thedlcc.bsky.social’s Board of Directors! @thedlcc.bsky.social has long been a strategic partner to Virginia Dems, and I’m excited to strengthen that relationship as we fight to defend and expand our majority in the House this year!
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 03/05/2025
Big win for moms across the Commonwealth! 12 MOMnibus bills have been passed and signed into law—bills that will tackle the maternal health crisis and save lives. Proud to be part of this progress.
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 30/04/2025
Trump's economy. Trump's tariffs. Trump's failure.
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 28/04/2025
I'm very grateful to Congressman @connolly.house.gov for his service and praying for his full and speedy recovery. I’m grateful for his leadership and unwavering commitment to the people of Virginia and our nation.
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 25/04/2025
It started with the intimidation of law firms. Now, they want to intimidate judges. This is just the beginning of the agenda to undermine our freedoms. Everyone must stand against this lawlessness.
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 21/04/2025
Pope Francis showed us what it means to lead with service, humility, and love for others. He reminded us to lean on our better angels, care for the vulnerable, and keep the faith. A life full of compassion and empathy. The people’s pope.
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 20/04/2025
Happy Easter! I'm grateful for this day of renewal and the celebration of Christ's triumph over death and a reminder of the power of God in our lives to resurrect any situation.
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 17/04/2025
During Black Maternal Health Week, I’m proud to reaffirm my commitment to tackling this crisis head on and making sure every mother and child has access to the care, dignity, and support they deserve.
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 15/04/2025
Proud of what we got done this session—focused on putting Virginians first and making life more affordable. We took on the rising costs of housing, child care, health care, and more. Real progress, real relief.
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 13/04/2025
Wishing everyone a joyful Passover filled with peace and hope!
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 08/04/2025
Sic semper tyrannis: Thus Always to Tyrants. We don’t like kings in Virginia and we’re ready to fight for Virginia’s workers.   Proud to stand with @abigailspanberger.com, Chair Bagby, Del. LeVere Bolling, and labor leaders as we rally for Virginia’s workers!
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 04/04/2025
Republicans in Virginia are so terrified they won't say a word about this chaos! Trump and Musk are determined to destroy working class jobs and the economy. www.cnbc.com/2025/04/03/s...
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Dow drops 1,200 points, Nasdaq set to close in bear market as Trump tariff sell-off worsens: Live updates
China's commerce ministry said Friday the country will impose a 34% levy on all U.S. products.
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 04/04/2025
Unfortunately, Virginia Republicans are too terrified of Trump and Musk to stand up to them while they are destroying our economy.
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 02/04/2025
Turns out Republicans/Musk efforts to bribe and buy an election failed! Wisconsin voters saw right through the chaos and rejected it. MAGA was embarrassed, DOGE got sent a message that we don't like big tax increases and the mistreatment of veterans. America won big!
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 01/04/2025
Trump’s tariffs are a tax on you and businesses to make everything, from housing to groceries, more expensive. richmond.com/news/state-r...
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Trump tariff threats scare consumers, businesses in Virginia
"It's not an everyday 'forecasting is hard' type of fog. It's a 'zero visibility,' pull over and turn on your hazards type of fog."
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 30/03/2025
As Ramadan comes to an end, Eid Mubarak to all those celebrating!
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 28/03/2025
The Trump/Musk regime does not give a darn about those hardworking Virginians who are playing by the rules and automatically putting money in 401k/retirement accounts each month! And they want to privatize SS! Heck no!! 500 point drops every other day! www.cnbc.com/2025/03/27/s...
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Dow drops 500 points as inflation worries dent market sentiment: Live updates
U.S. stocks edged lower on Friday as investors grappled with ongoing tariff uncertainty and digested key inflation data.
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 26/03/2025
"Best in Class" board talent-NOT! Gov deserves no credit-he should have fired him a long time ago. He got Ellis to do his DEI dirty work and then promptly discarded him when Ellis could no longer be controlled. Almost all of Gov's higher ed board picks have been deplorable.
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 26/03/2025
It's unbelievable that while the unelected Elon is laying off veterans who've served this country, cutting SS hurting our elderly and trying to decimate Virginia's economy, the MAGA King wants to pay the J6 rioters! www.politico.com/news/2025/03...
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Trump floats possibility of compensation for Jan. 6 rioters
“A lot of the people that are in the government now talk about it,” the president said.
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 26/03/2025
Incompetence on full display! Pete Hegseth—the most reckless, unqualified SecDef ever should be fired with the rest of the clown car in the unsecured Signal chat! Now, Listen for the MAGA excuses.
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 18/03/2025
Virginia’s unemployment claims have skyrocketed, jumping 81% compared to this time last year. Va House Republicans are willing to sabotage Virginians’ livelihoods and our economy just to prove their loyalty Trump and Musk. www.axios.com/local/richmo...
axios.com
March shows a big jump in Virginia unemployment claims
There were 4,036 initial unemployment insurance claims filed the week ending March 8, the most recent data available, per VEC.
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 14/03/2025
Hard-working Americans are watching their retirement savings disappear while hedge funds and billionaires cash in—betting against America and making millions. Trump’s rigged system lets Wall Street win while we lose. finance.yahoo.com/news/hedge-f...
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Hedge funds bet billions on market crash in Trump’s America
Hedge funds have bet billions of dollars against Donald Trump’s America amid fears of a market crash.
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 07/03/2025
But 34 year veteran Two Star General Wins was unqualified to continue at VMI. "Youngkin appointee to lead state police was suspended for flipping cruiser after drinking"
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 04/03/2025
Republicans are running scared from their own constituents in super red areas. Turns out killing jobs and skyrocketing prices while cutting lifesaving healthcare aren’t as popular as they thought. www.politico.com/live-updates...
politico.com
No more in-person town halls, NRCC chief tells House Republicans
Rep. Richard Hudson issued the edict after a spate of testy episodes.
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 28/02/2025
"This decision by the VMI Board is not based on performance or character-it is purely political..." Read my and Governor Northam statement on BOV's decision not to extend superintendent Major General Cedric Wins’ contract VMI’s 15th Superintendent and the first Black superintendent:
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 26/02/2025
They are doing great harm to our veterans and military. They cancel VA contracts and then reverse course in less than 24 hours! Welcome to a normal Wednesday with these incompetent, ineffective "leaders.”
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 25/02/2025
We must not lose sight of what’s happening. With the disoriented, arbitrary and capricious job and funding cuts, they are destroying the livelihoods of veterans, Virginians, and families. www.pilotonline.com/2025/02/24/y...
pilotonline.com
Youngkin says he’s OK with federal firings, announces website to help workers find new jobs
Virginia ranks among the top states for federal workforce employment, and the federal government layoffs planned by the Trump administration are expected to take a toll. Gov. Glenn Youngkin announc…
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 24/02/2025
Youngkin’s response to Virginians losing their jobs? A website telling them to rewrite their resumes and start over in a new career. Virginians need a leader, not a career coach. We will fight back against these job losses and stand up for every Virginian. www.axios.com/local/richmo...
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Youngkin unveils plan to help federal workers with their "next chapter"
Youngkin announced a "resource package" for Virginia federal employees who've been fired by the Trump administration.
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 23/02/2025
We adjourned Sine Die, and I’m proud of the work we accomplished—passing bills and a budget that put Virginians first. From lowering p-drug costs to tackling the housing crisis, delivering $1B+ in tax cuts, and investing $$$ in our schools, kids & families. The work continues.
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 22/02/2025
We are all heartbroken by the loss of two Virginia Beach police officers who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. Our prayers are with their families, the VB police department, and the entire community. www.wtvr.com/news/local-n...
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2 police officers killed in Virginia Beach were 'shot in the line of duty,' officials say
Two police officers were killed in a shooting that began as a traffic stop in Virginia Beach late Friday night, police confirmed to WTKR.
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 21/02/2025
How do you expect parents to serve in office if they have to worry about childcare? Simple—you can’t. Proud to establish the 1st childcare stipend for legislators, R or D, ensuring we live our values, support parents, and make public service more accessible. www.vpm.org/news/2025-02...
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Virginia House offers delegates financial support for child care
Speaker Don Scott sees new stipend as a way to encourage parents to run for office.
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Speaker Don Scott @donscott757.bsky.social · 20/02/2025
Thank you @maddow.msnbc.com for having me on the show last night to talk about my committee to understand the impacts of federal workforce and funding cuts in Va. If Congress won’t do their jobs,we’ll do our jobs and make sure we step up to protect Virginia families and their livelihoods.
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