Two Democrats, Jay Jones and Shannon Taylor, are facing off in the Virginia primary for Attorney General.
Primary day is June 17, and early voting has begun.
The winner will run against incumbent Republican Attorney General Jason Miyares in the November election.
Both Democrats state Virginia needs to challenge Trump administration actions and criticize Miyares for not joining lawsuits that they say resulted in lost federal funding for the state.
Taylor highlights her experience as a longtime prosecutor in Henrico County.
Jones, a former delegate and assistant attorney general, points to his consumer protection work.
Taylor proposes expanding the Medicaid fraud unit while Jones suggests creating civil rights and labor justice units.
Endorsements from prominent Democrats are divided between the two candidates.
Campaign finance reports indicate Jones has raised more money than Taylor.
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