West Virginia Senator Glenn Jeffries announced his new party affiliation due to his concern with the direction of the Democratic party. “I have the greatest respect for the many friends and supporters I have been blessed with during my time in public office,” he said. While he did not state the specifics of his political shift, he did say, “I want to make sure that I serve constituents and our state in a respectful, thoughtful way that leads to a better life for all West Virginians.”
From The Blaze:
West Virginia state Senate President Craig Blair (R) welcomed Jeffries with open arms. "With Sen. Jeffries as a member of our caucus, we stand at 31 members strong," Blair said. "Glenn has been a leader in the minority caucus with his work in economic development and infrastructure. As a successful small business owner, he knows what meeting a payroll, hard work, responsibility and teamwork mean. I know he has been — and will continue to be — an incredibly valuable member of the West Virginia Senate."
