Senator-elect Jim Justice’s team clarifies report claiming famous pooch Babydog banned from Senate floor
Senator-elect Jim Justice’s team is setting the record straight after reports surfaced that his beloved canine companion, Babydog, was banned from the Senate floor. In an exclusive statement to Fox News Digital, Babydog and her team emphasized the importance of addressing the nation’s pressing issues. Despite the misunderstanding, Senator-elect Justice never intended to bring Babydog to the Senate floor.
Axios initially reported that Babydog Justice, the unofficial mascot of Justice’s Senate campaign, was prohibited from entering the Senate floor. However, Justice’s office clarified that there was never any intention of bringing Babydog to the Senate floor. The confusion stemmed from a light-hearted exchange during Tuesday’s Senate orientation, where one Senator-elect jokingly inquired about the possibility of bringing dogs onto the Senate floor. While dogs are permitted on Capitol premises, they are not allowed on the Senate floor.
Babydog gained national attention earlier this year when she joined her father, then-Governor Jim Justice, on stage at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee. The adorable pup has been a fixture in West Virginia politics since she was gifted to Justice by his children in 2019.
Senator-elect Justice expressed his excitement about having Babydog by his side in Washington, inviting visitors to his office to meet the beloved canine. Just as Babydog has brought joy to many in West Virginia, she is poised to do the same in the nation’s capital.
As the new administration prepares to take office, Babydog remains a cherished companion and symbol of unity for Senator-elect Jim Justice. The adorable pup will undoubtedly continue to capture the hearts of Americans across the country.
