Democrats Sweep Virginia, New Jersey Governor Races

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Above: Virginia governor-elect Abigail Spanberger in Richmond, Va. on Nov. 4, 2025. Image copyright: Win McNamee/Getty Images

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Republican narrative

The government shutdown devastated Republican chances in these elections. Voters understandably punished the party in power, regardless of who's truly responsible for the crisis. Despite these losses, Virginia remains on the right track with strong performance on jobs, education and public safety. Republicans will be fine for the 2026 midterms.

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Democratic narrative

Trump's toxic brand destroyed Republicans from coast to coast, not just in Virginia and New Jersey. Voters rejected chaos, cynicism and fear-mongering about transgender issues and crime, focusing instead on everyday problems, like grocery costs. The anti-Trump anger that powered these Democratic victories will keep intensifying.

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