Virginia

This November, Democrats will have the opportunity to flip the Virginia governorship as former Representative Abigail Spanberger faces off against Lieutenant Governor Winsome Sears. If Democrats can do so while maintaining their legislative majorities, they will win a trifecta. Looking ahead to 2026, Democrats will also compete in two competitive House races.

General Election: November 3, 2026

Early Voting: October 15 - October 31, 2026

Contact our North Carolina Action Team Leader: NCTeam@crimsongoesblue.org

Races We’re Targeting in Virginia

Governor

Our Candidate: Abigail Spanberger(D)
Opponent: Winsome Earle-Sears (R)
Forecaster Rating: Likely Democrat

2021 Results
Glenn Youngkin (R) 50.58%
Terry McAuliffe (D) 48.64%
Margin of Victory: 63,480 votes

U.S. House

VA-02

Our Candidate: TBD
Opponent: Jen Kiggans (R)
Key Communities: Virginia Beach, Suffolk, and Franklin
Forecaster Rating: Lean Republican

2024 Results
Jen Kiggans (R) 50.70%
Missy Cotter Smasal (D) 46.90%
Margin of Victory: 15,702 votes

VA-07

Our Candidate: Eugene Vindman (D)
Opponent: TBD
Key Communities: Fredericksburg, Bowling Green, Culpeper
Forecaster Rating: Lean Democrat

2024 Results
Eugene Vindman (D) 51.2%
Laurie Buckhout (R) 48.50%
Margin of Victory: 10,489 votes

State Legislature

HOUSE OF DELEGATES

2-seat Democratic majority
Democrat: 51
Republican: 49

STATE SENATE

2-seat Democratic majority
Democrat: 21
Republican: 19

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