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Democrats celebrate historic Virginia wins. What's next?

CBS 6 political analyst Dr. Bob Holsworth noted potential challenges ahead for Governor-elect Abigail Spanberger and Virginia Democrats.

Democrats expand majority in Virginia House of Delegates, building on statewide wins

The projected state House wins smooth over Gov.-elect Abigail Spanberger's chances for advancing her agenda upon being sworn into office. Democrats Ghazala Hashmi and Jay Jones also won races for the state's lieutenant governor and attorney general, respectively.

Abigail Spanberger elected Virginia governor in a historic first that boosts Democrats ahead of 2026

Former U.S. Rep. Abigail Spanberger has won Virginia’s election for governor. Her win gives Democrats a boost heading into the 2026 midterm elections and compels Republicans to consider how President Donald Trump and his allies might fare in battleground states and districts.

Inside Jay Jones and the Democrats’ late surge to upset wins across Virginia, from the suburbs to the shore

Hampton Roads and Northern Virginia drove Democratic gains as the political map shifted blue and Republicans saw reduced turnout in traditional strongholds.

Democrats win governor, lieutenant governor, attorney general. Here’s what’s next for Virginia.

Just a few minutes ago, Adam (my husband) said to our daughters, ‘Your mom’s going to be the governor of Virginia,'” Abigail Spanberger said. “I can guarantee those

Democrats Have Big Night With Mamdani, NJ And VA Governor Races, California’s Prop 50 And More

Democrats won handily in Tuesday’s elections nationwide, with Zohran Mamdani becoming mayor of New York City and Democratic candidates emerging victorious in New Jersey and Virginia.

'Big tent': Democrats get mixed messages in 2025 election wins in NJ, VA, NYC

Zohran Mamdani's NYC win, coupled with moderates' victories in New Jersey and Virginia, ignite a Democratic debate over 2026 election strategy.

Democrats take Virginia, N.J. governor races; Mamdani cruises in NYC

Former Rep. Abigail Spanberger will become Virginia’s next governor — and its first female chief executive — while Rep. Mikie Sherrill won the New Jersey governor’s office by running campaigns focused largely on the economy, public safety and health care.
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'A roadmap to victory:' Virginia House Speaker discusses Democrats' success in Tuesday's election

"House democrats and Abigail Spanberger have shown the country a road map to victory," said Virginia House Speaker Del. Don Scott. Going into Election Day, the party already controlled the General Assembly but was able to expand control in the House and win the governor’s and attorney general's offices.

Blue wave? Democrats build momentum with a sweep of high-profile races in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Virginia.

The party won gubernatorial elections in New Jersey and Virginia; held three Pennsylvania Supreme Court seats; and saw Trump-endorsed candidates lose several contests.
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