Virginia’s 2025 Gubernatorial Race Confirmed as Historic Matchup

Winsome Earle-Sears and Abigail Spanberger officially secure nominations, setting the stage for Virginia’s first female governor.

Winsome Earle-Sears has been confirmed as the Republican nominee after potential primary challengers failed to qualify for the ballot.
Abigail Spanberger is the Democratic nominee, with no other Democrats filing to run against her by the deadline.
The November 2025 election will result in Virginia's first female governor, with Earle-Sears potentially becoming the first Black woman governor in U.S. history.
Earle-Sears, endorsed by outgoing Governor Glenn Youngkin, emphasizes continuing his economic policies while navigating Trump-era Republican dynamics.
The race is viewed as a national bellwether for public sentiment on Donald Trump’s presidency and the 2026 midterm elections.