Democratic candidate Susanna Gibson, who is running in a closely contested Virginia House district, has vehemently denied allegations of her involvement in explicit sexual acts on a pornographic livestreaming website. These scandalous reports have added a highly sensitive issue to the hotly contested race for control of the Virginia General Assembly.
Gibson is currently competing against Republican David Owen in the 57th District, which is a suburban Richmond seat crucial to Democratic hopes of overturning the GOP majority. The outcome of this year’s legislative races in Virginia could have significant implications for Republican policies, including a proposed 15-week abortion ban, as well as potentially impacting the 2024 GOP presidential race.
According to sources, Gibson and her husband, who is a lawyer, allegedly streamed explicit sexual acts on a pornographic website in exchange for “tips” from viewers. These videos were reportedly recorded and archived on another site. The videos came to light when a Republican operative alerted The Washington Post, although their authenticity and content have not been independently verified by CNN.
Gibson’s attorney argues that the sharing of these videos violates Virginia’s revenge porn law, and they are actively working with law enforcement to hold those responsible accountable. In response to the release of the videos, Gibson released a statement denouncing it as an illegal invasion of her privacy and a sex crime aimed at silencing her and her family. Despite these challenges, she remains determined to continue her fight for the community.
In a surprising turn of events, Gibson’s Republican opponent David Owen expressed sympathy for Gibson and her family during this difficult time. He emphasized that he remains focused on his campaign and the issues that matter to the district.
When approached for comment, the Virginia House Democratic Caucus declined, directing CNN to Gibson’s statement. As this highly competitive race unfolds, voters will be closely watching to see how these allegations and responses impact the outcome and, ultimately, the future direction of the Virginia General Assembly.
