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April 15, 2025
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UNITE HERE Endorses Jay Jones for Attorney General
Labor union with over 300,000 members across the United States and Canada throws support behind Jones’ historic campaign on behalf of Virginia’s families
Norfolk, VA — Today, UNITE HERE announced its support for Jay Jones’ campaign for Attorney General.
“No one will fight harder for working people than Jay Jones. We know Jay will always be on the side of Virginia workers and our families as he continues to take on corporate special interests and stand up to Trump and Musk’s dangerous agenda,” said Paul Schwalb, Executive Secretary-Treasurer of UNITE HERE Local 25. “UNITE HERE is proud to endorse him to be Virginia’s next Attorney General.”
“I’m proud to earn UNITE HERE’s endorsement for Attorney General,” said Jay Jones. “I look forward to working with them and labor unions across the Commonwealth to protect our rights, defend Virginia’s workers from Trump and Musk’s attacks, and always fight for Virginia families.”
About UNITE HERE
UNITE HERE is a labor union that represents 300,000 working people across the United States and Canada. Our members work in the hotel, gaming, food service, manufacturing, textile, distribution, laundry, transportation, and airport industries. Our membership is diverse. We are predominantly women and people of color, and we hail from all corners of the planet.