Stephen Farnsworth, professor of political science at the University of Mary Washington, echoes that perspective. "President Trump has long had his doubts about the federal bureaucracy, where there are rules and procedures that limit what Trump wants to do," he told TRT World. Will the State Department’s loss of seasoned diplomats diminish America’s global sway? (TRT Global)

Political scientist Stephen Farnsworth of the University of Mary Washington said the new fundraising and polling numbers paint a clear picture of where each party is focusing its energy — and where the GOP may be shifting its bets. Spanberger outraises Earle-Sears 2-to-1 in Virginia governor’s race (Virginia Mercury)

"I think it is very important to remember that there is not much either of the candidates can do or say that has all that much of an impact in a district that is overwhelmingly democratic in its orientation," said Stephen Farnsworth, professor of political science at the University of Mary Washington.

Special Election set in Virginia’s 11th District (DC News Now)

Stephen Farnsworth, a political scientist at the University of Mary Washington, said that part of Youngkin’s success in 2021 came from his status as a political newcomer. With little to no record to answer for, the businessman turned politician was able to shape his stances on topics such as education as he went. “Youngkin was something of a blank slate,” Farnsworth said. “People could imagine Youngkin in a variety of ways, because he was such an unknown. Miyares doesn’t have that option. He’s been attorney general for four years.” Virginia’s top prosecutor targets drugs, crime — and Northern Va. schools (The Washington Post)