Babydog, English bulldog and beloved pet of Republican West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice, stole the spotlight during her appearance at the Republican National Convention. During a live episode of “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,” the talk show host joked about Babydog running for President, saying she would be better than Independent candidate Robert F. Kennedy because “She takes her worm medication.” Babydog’s appearance garnered massive media attention, with articles from The New York Times, the Washington Post, and USA Today.
Colbert also made jokes about Gov. Kristi Noem (R-SD) and the “Do it for Babydog” vaccine sweepstakes during the segment. Colbert’s humor resonated with viewers, as Babydog quickly became a popular figure in the political landscape.
Gov. Jim Justice beat challenger Rep. Alex Mooney in the Republican primary, securing almost 62% of the vote. He will face Wheeling Mayor and Democratic challenger Glenn Elliott in the upcoming November election for one of West Virginia’s U.S. Senate seats. The current seat holder, Sen. Joe Manchin (I-WV), announced he would not run for re-election in 2024.
As Babydog continues to capture hearts, Gov. Jim Justice moves forward with his campaign, hoping to secure a victory in the upcoming election. With the support of his loyal English bulldog, Justice is confident in his ability to represent the people of West Virginia in the U.S. Senate.
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