Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin on MS-13 Takedown and Veto Power

Operation Against MS-13

• 🎯 Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin discusses a successful inter-agency task force operation that led to the arrest of 28 MS-13 members, 19 TDA, 27 TOC, and seven other gang members in just a few weeks.
• ⚡ This operation, a collaboration between state and federal agencies including the FBI, DOJ, Homeland Security, ICE, and US Attorney's office, is highlighted as a model for effective governance.
• 🔑 The governor emphasized that under President Trump's leadership, Virginia is no longer a sanctuary state, and there is no sanctuary for violent illegal immigrants.
• 🚨 In addition to gang members, approximately 300 violent illegal immigrants were arrested and are ready for deportation.

Governor Youngkin's 'Veto Corleone' Nickname

• 🎭 Governor Youngkin has earned the nickname 'Veto Corleone' for his extensive use of the veto power, having vetoed over 150 bills passed by the Democrat-controlled legislature this year, adding to over 400 vetoes since becoming governor.
• ⚖️ He explained that these vetoes are not personal but are aimed at protecting Virginia from policies that are bad for business, families, and prioritize criminals over victims.
• 💡 Notable vetoes include bills that would have restricted praying in front of abortion clinics, reflecting his stance against what he terms 'progressive left' agendas.

Virginia's Progress Under Youngkin

• 📈 Youngkin highlighted Virginia's success as a top state for business, a significant increase in immigration, and improvements in education, including a leading decrease in chronic absenteeism.
• 📉 He also noted a reduction of over 35% in murders in Virginia since he took office.

Eliminating DEI in Higher Education

• 🎓 Governor Youngkin confirmed the removal of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives from Virginia's public colleges and universities, including UVA, VCU, Longwood, Radford, Virginia Tech, and the Virginia Community College system.
• 🚫 He stated that DEI has been embedded for decades and is now effectively dead in Virginia, with a focus on restoring excellence in education.
• ✅ The governor expressed optimism that Virginians will elect a Republican governor this year, ensuring continued collaboration with the federal government and further progress for the state.