This week’s updates from around the district:
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This piece originally appeared in the Fairfax Times on August 13, 2025 (here).
As a father of five school-aged children, two of whom attend high school right here in Fairfax County, I cannot sit quietly while chaos and deceit spread through our public schools. It’s time for parents in Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) to take back control over a system that is being driven in the wrong direction by a small group of decision-makers.
In recent weeks, alarming allegations have surfaced about FCPS staff assisting two underage girls in obtaining abortions without their parents’ knowledge or consent. One of the two victims was only 17 when the abortion was performed, allegedly without the consent of her parents in violation of state law. The other child was allegedly coerced to get the abortion by an adult staffer in a position of power, and ultimately ran from the facility before the abortion could be performed. It is also alleged that FCPS funds were used to pay for the abortion, and that other staff were aware and may have assisted.
Let me be clear: if these allegations are confirmed, this is not a misunderstanding, not a “policy gray area,” and certainly not an isolated lapse in judgment. This is a deliberate and systematic betrayal of trust, a direct assault on parental rights, and a clear violation of Virginia law. We must have immediate transparency and full accountability without delay.
These horrible incidents, if true, did not happen by chance. They are the inevitable results of a dangerous policy that empowers politically-biased bureaucrats over parents. The current FCPS policy says that “every effort shall be made to encourage and support students suspecting pregnancy to discuss their concerns with their parents or guardians.” That’s not good enough. Every parent should know immediately if their child is facing a pregnancy. The policy must be rewritten to require staff to inform parents right away. Zero exceptions. Zero loopholes.
This is just one symptom of a broader culture of dysfunction in FCPS:
And yet, when faced with scandals, the same cast of characters, including Supervisor James Walkinshaw and Commonwealth’s Attorney Steve Descano, turn a blind eye, hide behind bureaucratic language, and refuse to hold anyone accountable.
Fairfax County families deserve better — and so do the majority of teachers, aides, coaches, and administrators who work tirelessly to foster a safe, respectful, and productive environment for our kids. Many of them are just as frustrated as parents by the school board’s priorities and culture of secrecy. We deserve leadership willing to stand up to a school board and county leadership that has completely lost its moral compass.
The path forward starts with real investigations and ends with real accountability. The investigation should be led by Attorney General Jason Miyares and by the Department of Justice and FBI if warranted, not an “internal review” by the same system accused of protecting predators. If these allegations are true, we can expect more victims to come forward and more adults in positions of authority to be implicated. The time for damage control is over.
Our schools should be places of learning, not political indoctrination or moral decay. We must stand with the good educators who want to teach and protect children and against the policies and leaders who undermine that mission. As your next Congressman, I will fight to restore parental rights, ensure school safety, and hold public institutions accountable when they betray our trust and our children.
In Northern Virginia, and across America, parents must have the final say in our children’s lives. It’s time for parents to take back control over our education systems. It’s time for change.
Early Voting remains open at two Fairfax County locations (Fairfax County Gov’t Center and North County Gov’t Center in Reston) and one location in the City of Fairfax (Fairfax City Hall). Bank your vote now and bring a friend or neighbor.
Here’s where and when you can vote early for Stew:
Fairfax County
Monday – Friday: 1:00pm – 7:00pm
City of Fairfax
Door knock for our statewide ticket this Saturday, August 23! Meet at the Starbucks Coffee, 5749 Burke Centre Parkway, Burke Centre 22015 at 9:00am. RSVP to Kevin Humphrey at 202-823-2681.
Join Team Miyares to door knock this Saturday, August 23 and Sunday, August 24. Here are the details:
Sunday, August 17:
Meet at the Fairfax GOP headquarters, 4246 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax 22030.
Contact Sam Hazen at samh@jasonmiyares.com to RSVP.
The next meeting of the City of Fairfax GOP will take place this Thursday, August 21 at 7:00pm. The guest speaker will be Matt Cooley, Virginia’s Election Integrity Director (RNC)
Questions? Contact fairfaxcitygop@gmail.com
Please join Ed McGovern, the GOP candidate for delegate in HD-18, and other hard working members of his campaign for a campaign update event Saturday, August 23.
What: Update campaign actions, plans, & maybe limericks
Ed is running against Kathy Tran, who is notorious for her willingness to permit abortion up to birth and who is receiving piles of out-of-state money. Come help Ed–it’s Time for Common Sense Change.
Come out to meet Kristin Hoffman, the GOP candidate for delegate in HD-6,at a pop-up meet-and-greet this Sunday, August 24. It will be held at the Old Brogue, 760 Walker Road, Suite C, in Great Falls. Donations gratefully accepted and sponsorships are available! RSVP to Ashlie Hightower at ashful174@gmail.com.
Join the Hunter Mill Republican Women’s Club for lunch this Sunday, August 24! The agenda will feature hear updates on the September 9 and November 4 elections and special guest speaker John Malcolm, VP, Institute for Constitutional Government, The Heritage Foundation, for an engaging talk on recent Supreme Court rulings. His full bio is here: John Malcolm | The Heritage Foundation
The luncheon will be Sunday, August 24 from 1:00 – 3:00pm at Gregoria’s Trattoria, 1428 North Point Village, Reston. Cost: $20 at the door; $22 online (includes processing fees). Costs include meal, beverage, dessert, tip, and tax.
Please RSVP to huntermillrwc@gmail.com by Friday August 22 at 12 noon and let the club know your menu choice number (below) and/or any dietary restrictions.
Online payment link: https://square.link/u/SxaF2PJu
The Kennedy Center and the Christian Broadcasting Network are hosting a free movie premiere event of The Revival Generation — a powerful and timely documentary produced by CBN, spotlighting a nationwide movement of faith, hope, and unity.
The Revival Generation marks more than a film premiere — it is a fulfillment of a bold vision cast by President Trump and Ambassador Ric Grenell: to open the doors of the Kennedy Center wide to faith-based, family-centered programming that reflects the true American spirit and celebrates truth, beauty, and excellence.
The premiere will take place on Wed., August 27. Doors open at 5:00pm, with a pre-show worship performance at 7:00pm and the program beginning at 8:00pm. There is no cost to attend, but you must register for tickets using the QR code in the flyer below.
Join the Braddock and Springfield District GOPs for breakfast on Saturday, August 30, at 10:00am at Kings Park Shopping Center Community Room, 8944 Burke Lake Road, Springfield. The guest speaker will be Stewart Whitson, the GOP’s 11CD candidate for Congress. Tickets are $10 (cash please) and light breakfast will be served.
Since 2009, the Fort Belvoir Garrison, Franconia-Springfield area residents, businesses and elected officials have walked across the Veterans Bridge from Springfield Plaza to American Legion Post 176 to commemorate the renewal of the United States Army’s Community Covenant. The short walk ends with a community celebration featuring refreshments and entertainment. You are invited to join them!
Meet on Sat., Aug. 30, at 9:30am at Springfield Plaza (near the FedEx store), 6998 Bland St., in Springfield. Details in the flyer pictured.
Come support Winsome Sears’ campaign for Governor at a fundraiser on Friday, September 9 at 6:00pm at the home of Nathan and Kerry Headrick. With special guest Gov. Glenn Youngkin. Tickets are $150 and sponsorships are available. RSVP to Gretchen Moss at Gretchen@gretchenmoss.com.
You’re invited to the Colonial Mt. Vernon Republican Women’s Club annual chili cookoff on Saturday, September 13 at Pohick Bay Regional Park in Mason Neck. Tickets are $25 for individuals and $50 for families. The special guest will be former presidential press secretary Sean Spicer.
Purchase Tickets Here: https://my.cheddarup.com/c/2025-chili-cook-off-tickets-copy/items
