Results for: Don Blankenship

Former Massey Energy CEO Don Blankenship, known for his controversial business practices and prison sentence, is seeking the Democratic nomination for a West Virginia Senate seat. Despite his background and lack of political success, he believes he aligns most closely with West Virginians. However, his candidacy poses challenges for Democrats, who face a difficult election in a state that strongly supported Trump. The primary will also include Wheeling Mayor Glenn Elliott and Marine Corps veteran Zach Shrewsbury, while Republicans Jim Justice and Alex Mooney are competing for their party’s nomination.

Former coal executive Don Blankenship, who faces a history of political losses and a prison sentence for mine safety violations, is running for the Democratic nomination for the U.S. Senate in West Virginia. His candidacy has raised concerns among Democrats, who fear his unpopularity could jeopardize their chances in a state that has become increasingly Republican in recent years. Blankenship argues that he is the true representative of West Virginians and that the Democratic Party has abandoned its traditional values. He faces competition in the primary from Wheeling Mayor Glenn Elliott, who is endorsed by retiring Sen. Joe Manchin, and Marine veteran Zach Shrewsbury.