Corey Stewart
Role: Contributor
Position: Managing Member, Stewart PLLC
Background:
Corey Stewart is the Managing Member of Stewart PLLC, a law firm specializing in land use, development, and international trade. He previously served as the At-Large Chairman of the Prince William County Board of Supervisors from 2006 to 2019. Stewart was also the Acting U.S. Undersecretary of Commerce for Industry and Security during the final year of the Trump administration. His legal practice focuses on zoning, land use, U.S. export controls, and sanctions compliance. Stewart holds a B.S. from Georgetown University’s School of Foreign Service and a J.D. from William Mitchell College of Law.
Relation to Trump:
Corey Stewart is a strong supporter of Donald Trump and served as his Virginia campaign chairman in 2016. His alignment with Trump’s populist and nationalist agenda became a hallmark of his political career, including his run for the U.S. Senate in 2018. Stewart’s ties to Trump were solidified through his outspoken support during various controversies and his continued advocacy for Trump’s policies.
Scandals or Controversies:
Stewart has been involved in several controversies, primarily due to his outspoken defense of Confederate symbols and his associations with far-right figures. He received endorsements from neo-Confederate groups and was criticized for his connections to white nationalist figures during his campaigns. These controversies have followed Stewart throughout his political career, drawing significant criticism from both opponents and members of his own party.
Potential Concerns:
Stewart’s associations with far-right individuals and his defense of Confederate symbols have raised concerns about his political and social views. His hardline stances on immigration and his criticism of removing Confederate monuments have been particularly polarizing, contributing to broader debates on race and heritage in the United States.