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Virginia Governor-elect Abigail Spanberger has appointed retired Major General Timothy Williams as the state's next Secretary of Veterans and Defense Affairs, citing his extensive military experience and leadership of the Virginia National Guard during critical missions, including COVID-19 response and security operations, to support the state's large veteran population.
Virginia Gov.-elect Abigail Spanberger emphasized the need for the Senate to vote to reopen the government regardless of negotiations on ACA subsidies, highlighting the impact of the shutdown on Virginians and urging bipartisan cooperation, while noting that recent Democratic victories do not signal support for a government shutdown extension.
Democrats achieved a full statewide victory in Virginia, with Abigail Spanberger winning the governorship, Ghazala Hashmi becoming the first Muslim woman elected statewide as lieutenant governor, and Jay Jones unseating the incumbent attorney general, marking a significant shift in Virginia's political landscape after years of Republican control.
Democrat Abigail Spanberger won Virginia's governor race, becoming the state's first woman governor, emphasizing issues like affordability and criticizing federal policies under the Trump administration, with strong support from national Democrats and notable campaign events involving prominent figures like Barack Obama.
Democrat Abigail Spanberger wins the Virginia governor's race, becoming the state's first female governor, in a significant victory for Democrats amid national political tensions and recent shifts in Virginia's political landscape.
Virginia's 2025 gubernatorial election is notable for electing its first woman governor, with Democrat Abigail Spanberger and Republican Winsome Earle-Sears as frontrunners, amidst a backdrop of political shifts, controversies, and key state races for lieutenant governor and attorney general, reflecting broader national trends and Virginia's evolving political landscape.
In Virginia's only gubernatorial debate, Democrat Abigail Spanberger and Republican Winsome Earle-Sears clashed over issues like violence, abortion, taxes, and immigration, with the debate highlighting the polarized nature of the race and the contrasting backgrounds and policies of the candidates. The controversy surrounding Jay Jones and the abortion debate were key moments, with Spanberger emphasizing bipartisanship and Earle-Sears focusing on conservative policies. The debate may influence the upcoming election, which polls show favoring Spanberger.
In the Virginia governor's debate, Democrat Abigail Spanberger avoided directly condemning her party's nominee Jay Jones over controversial texts, while her Republican opponent Winsome Earle-Sears pressed her on the issue. The debate highlighted key campaign issues including political rhetoric, transgender rights, abortion, and party endorsements, with both candidates taking cautious stances on contentious topics. Early voting is underway, and the race remains competitive amid national political tensions.
During Virginia's early voting, a tense moment between Democrat Abigail Spanberger and Republican John Reid turned friendly, highlighting the high stakes and political tensions in the state's upcoming elections, with both candidates emphasizing civility despite the heated atmosphere.
Democrat Abigail Spanberger is running for Virginia governor with notable endorsements from former Republican Congress members Barbara Comstock and Denver Riggleman, highlighting her bipartisan appeal amid a competitive and nationally significant election.
Democratic candidate Abigail Spanberger leads her Republican opponent in Virginia's governor race by double digits according to a recent poll, with voters prioritizing cost of living, reproductive rights, and immigration; she also has a significant lead among young voters and has raised more campaign funds.
The Virginia governor's race features Democrat Abigail Spanberger, who has a significant fundraising advantage and is seen as the favorite, against Republican Winsome Earle-Sears, amid national political tensions and internal party struggles, with the election poised to make history as the first female governor of Virginia.
Virginia Democrats see Rep. Abigail Spanberger as their best chance to win the governor's race and potentially boost Democratic morale ahead of the 2024 midterms, leveraging her bipartisan record and focus on local issues like healthcare and housing amidst national Democratic challenges and Republican opposition.
Rep. Abigail Spanberger (D-Va.) criticized President-elect Trump's nomination of Tulsi Gabbard as director of national intelligence, citing concerns over Gabbard's qualifications and her alignment with Russian narratives. Spanberger, a former CIA officer, urged Republicans to oppose the nomination, highlighting Gabbard's controversial past statements and actions, including her meeting with Syrian leader Bashar Assad and her stance on U.S. involvement in Ukraine. Gabbard, a former Democrat who became a Republican, faces significant opposition from lawmakers and national security officials.
Richmond Mayor Levar Stoney has officially announced his campaign for Governor of Virginia, joining Virginia Congresswoman Abigail Spanberger in the race. Stoney enters as an underdog, but his direct appeal to Democrats and criticism of opponent Glenn Younkin may give him a boost in the Democratic primary. Spanberger has secured endorsements from prominent Democrats, but her bipartisan approach may not necessarily help her win the primary. Republicans Jason Miyares and Winsome Earle-Sears are also potential contenders.