Bombshell emails revealed that registered sex offender Richard Kenneth Cox, who identified as “Riki” in correspondence with Arlington County schools, made demands to use women’s facilities—sparking renewed criticism of Democratic leaders for failing to clearly oppose transgender bathroom policies.
Lt. Gov. and Republican nominee Winsome Earle‑Sears slammed Democrat Abigail Spanberger for not articulating a firm stance. She accused Spanberger of tacitly siding with “men nude in girls’ locker rooms” and called on her to publicly repudiate such access.
The emails show Cox repeatedly used female locker rooms and claimed he experienced “pressure” when asked to shower in a separate single‑occupancy space. Arlington school board replies acknowledged the restrictions but emphasized adherence to legal protections for gender identity in public accommodations.
Spanberger has not given a direct response on whether she supports restricting facility access by biological males. Democratic silence has frustrated opponents who argue that ambiguity undermines safety.
This controversy strikes at the heart of ongoing policy battles over public accommodations.
