Virginia Delegate Briana Sewell Announces Run for Rep. Abigail Spanberger’s Seat
Sewell to Face High-Profile Democrat Yevgeny Vindman in Competitive Race for Virginia’s 7th Congressional District
- Virginia Democratic state Del. Briana Sewell has announced her candidacy for the seat of Rep. Abigail Spanberger (D-VA), who is running for governor.
- Sewell, 33, was elected to her second term in the Virginia House of Delegates earlier this month, where she represents part of Prince William, Va.
- In her campaign, Sewell has emphasized her commitment to fighting for women's rights, particularly in relation to abortion access.
- Sewell is set to face off against high-profile Democrat Yevgeny Vindman, whose twin brother triggered Donald Trump's first impeachment.
- The race for Virginia’s 7th Congressional District is expected to be competitive, with several other candidates, including Republicans, also vying for the seat.