Mark Peake

Mark Peake, the Virginia state senator and former chair of the Republican Party of Virginia, discusses his upcoming departure and the reasons behind it. He emphasizes the importance of defeating the redistricting referendum and energizing voter turnout for the midterms. Peake critiques current district maps and argues they could backfire on Democrats. He stresses the need to mobilize Trump supporters and outlines strategies for engaging voters amidst a challenging election cycle.

Mark Peake, Chairman of the Republican Party of Virginia and state senator, dives into the upcoming 2026 election landscape. He discusses the implications of redistricting, addressing internal party drama, and upcoming voter outreach strategies. Peake warns about potential political backfires for Democrats and the necessity of keeping Trump supporters engaged. He highlights critical dates for the electoral calendar, including a referendum on redistricting, and emphasizes the importance of mobilizing voters against Democratic policies to energize the Republican base.

Mark Peake, Chair of the Republican Party of Virginia and State Senator, joins to discuss the concerning $50,000 donation to Abigail Spanberger's gubernatorial campaign from Pin Ni, a luxury electric car executive linked to the Chinese Communist Party. They unpack the legal implications of foreign contributions and the potential effects on Spanberger’s campaign. Additionally, Peake addresses voter enthusiasm disparities in Virginia, the disconnect between economic issues and political narratives, and the impact of Trump's endorsement on local candidates.