DIRTY TRICKS: Democrats’ Sneaky Sabotage.

A group tied to prominent Democratic strategists is posing as a conservative outfit to try to drive a wedge between the Republican candidate for Virginia governor and his core voters, Axios has learned.

Why it matters: The state’s gubernatorial race is expected to be tight and could be a national bellwether. As Republican candidate Glenn Youngkin’s campaign hypes improving poll numbers, Democrats are trying to chip away at his support in GOP strongholds.

What’s happening: During the past week, Virginians have been targeted with ads on Facebook, Instagram, Google and Snapchat questioning Youngkin’s commitment to the Second Amendment.

They’re scared. You shoul be supporting Youngkin if you can. McAuliffe is a sleaze who deserves to lose.