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flag Democrat Abigail Spanberger won Virginia's governor race, becoming the first woman to hold the office, amid voter concern over economic instability.

flag In Virginia’s 2025 election, Democrat Abigail Spanberger won the governorship in a decisive victory, marking the first time a woman holds the office. flag Her win was fueled by economic concerns, including the impact of the longest federal government shutdown in U.S. history, which disrupted over $1 billion in economic activity weekly. flag Democrats also expanded their majority in the House of Delegates to 64-36 and elected Lt. Gov.-elect Ghazala Hashmi, giving them a tie-breaking vote in the Senate. flag Spanberger named a diverse transition team to focus on lowering costs, strengthening the economy, and expanding opportunity. flag The results reflect growing voter fatigue with political polarization and a demand for economic stability, signaling a significant shift in Virginia’s political landscape.

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