West Virginia Governor Jim Justice has made the decision to delay his swearing-in to the US Senate in order to maintain the continuity of government. The announcement, made over the holidays, stated that Justice will wait until Governor-elect Patrick Morrissey is sworn in on January 13 before taking his Senate oath.
Senator Shelley Moore Capito expressed her support for Justice's decision, commending him for honoring his commitment to complete his term as Governor of West Virginia. She also expressed her anticipation of working alongside Senator Justice to advance President Trump's agenda for the benefit of all West Virginians.
As a result of Justice's choice to delay his swearing-in, only 99 senators will be sworn in this week, rather than the full 100. This decision underscores the importance of maintaining the smooth transition of power and ensuring the effective functioning of government.
