Running as a Democrat, Little vying to fill vacant seat which encompasses Northern Woodbridge, Lorton, Mason Neck, and Belvoir

Makya Little, a dedicated community advocate and national security professional, released the following statement announcing her candidacy in the Democratic Primary for the vacant 19th District Delegate seat.

“First and foremost, I’d like to thank Delegates Kathy Tran and Candi King for their steadfast and tremendous leadership over the years they have represented our community” said Little via press release. “They each represent so much of what makes this such a unique and special place to live.”

“I’m running to be an advocate for the future transportation infrastructure that our neighbors and businesses depend on, to protect the natural resources, parks and trails that are central to our region’s identity, and to be a voice for equity and inclusion across our community, and throughout the entire Commonwealth.”

In a video announcing her candidacy, Little highlighted a number of specific goals that will be central to her platform including extending Metro to Woodbridge, advancing legislation to protect natural resources, and building equitable pathways for residents of the new 19th District.

In addition to a nearly two-decade career at the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Little has also served as President of the Thomas Jefferson Alumni Action Group and member of the Lewis Academy NOW Committee. She is also a leading advocate for women’s rights, and is well known for the legislation that she championed in the current session of the General Assembly, H.B. 1351-chief patroned by Delegate Nadarius Clark – known as “Makya’s Law.”

As of press time, Little has received endorsements from Delegate Kaye Kory (H.D.38), Neabsco District Supervisor Vic Angry, and Dr. Janice Underwood, Virginia’s first Chief Diversity Officer under former Governor Ralph Northam.