Who is Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax? - ABC News
Justin Fairfax was elected Virginia's lieutenant governor in 2017.
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- In 2019, Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax faced multiple sexual assault allegations from two women. The calls for his resignation from various Democratic leaders and groups were prominent at the time, though Fairfax disputed the claims and urged due process and investigations.[2][4]
- The political reactions included discussions about impeachment processes and potential succession scenarios if Fairfax had left office, with debates about who might replace him and under what authority.[2]
- Fairfax publicly asked for investigations to be conducted by appropriate authorities (including calls for FBI involvement) to resolve the allegations, stating his intent to clear his name if due process occurred.[4][5]
- Media coverage in early February and June 2019 highlighted the rapid shifts in Virginia leadership dynamics as the accusations circulated, as well as ongoing calls for accountability from lawmakers and party organizations.[6][2]
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