Mark Earley Jr, Son of Former Attorney General, Announces 2025 Re-Election Bid for Delegate
Chesterfield County, VA-
Mark Earley Jr., the 37-year-old Republican Delegate for Western Chesterfield County, has announced his candidacy for a second term in the Virginia House of Delegates. The son of former Virginia Attorney General Mark Earley, Earley Jr. has served in the House since 2023 and plans to run again in the 2025 election.
In his announcement, Earley emphasized several key issues that will drive his campaign. He stated that his priorities include enhancing parental involvement in education, supporting pro-business policies, and advocating for veterans and first responders. As an attorney with a passion for justice reform, Earley also expressed his commitment to rehabilitation and reintegration programs for those who have completed their legal requirements, helping them become productive members of society.
Earley’s campaign will focus on what he calls the need to combat "radical policies" that have resulted in rising costs, increased crime, and a growing fentanyl crisis. He stated in his press release:
“Virginians have the opportunity to make history in our statewide races. But to truly stop the radical policies in Virginia, we must elect a Republican majority to the House of Delegates next year. Virginians have had enough of the far-left progressive policies that caused record inflation, higher prices at the grocery store, gas pump, and housing market, increased crime, and failed to stop the fentanyl that continues to flow over our open border and take too many of our loved ones from us.”
Earley previously served on the Communications, Technology and Innovation and Courts of Justice committees. He has a law degree from the University of Virginia and a bachelor’s degree from Virginia Tech.
District Overview and Election History
Mark Earley Jr. represents the 73rd House District, which covers Western Chesterfield County. Here are key metrics for the district:
| Metric | Details |
|---|---|
| Registered Voters | 71,247 |
| Racial Makeup |
76.6% White
9.5% Black
5.1% Asian
1.8% Other
|
| Hispanic Ethnicity | 5% |
| Race | Results |
|---|---|
| 2024 Presidential | Trump: 48.7% Harris: 49.3% |
| 2023 Delegate | Earley Jr.: 54.4% Walke: 45.4% |
| 2021 Governor | Youngkin: 57.1% McAuliffe: 42.3% |
Earley secured 54.4% of the vote in the 2023 Delegate race, defeating Democrat Kathy Walke, who garnered 45.4%. The district has shown mixed results in recent elections, making it a competitive area for future races. In the 2024 presidential race, President Trump won 48.7% of the vote, while Vice President Harris took 49.3%. In the 2021 governor’s race, Glenn Youngkin won 57.1% of the district’s vote, compared to Terry McAuliffe’s 42.3%.
Campaign Finance
As of the latest campaign finance disclosure, Earley has raised a total of $23,562, with $8,463 in cash on hand.
VAREDWATCH has categorized this district as a toss-up, indicating that the race for Earley’s seat could be highly competitive in the upcoming 2025 election season.
With his experience in the legislature and commitment to addressing local and statewide issues, Mark Earley Jr. is poised to continue his work in Richmond, but his seat will likely be closely contested in the next election.
To learn more about this candidate, visit their campaign site here: Mark Earley for Delegate | Richmond, VA