How This Week’s Elections in Virginia Became About Everything and More State Headlines
Virginia elections focus on economic concerns, government shutdown effects on 320,000 federal workers, and redistricting debates that could impact 2026 midterms, officials said.
- Several surprises have emerged in Virginia's gubernatorial race, which reflects voter sentiments about national leaders.
- Abigail Spanberger, the Democratic nominee, has consistently maintained a lead in polls, focusing on energy prices, housing affordability, and job concerns.
- Key issues for voters include energy prices, housing affordability, and jobs; however, political violence and redistricting are also influencing the race.
- Efforts regarding redistricting and political violence are shaping voter opinions as the elections approach.
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Republicans eye shutdown breakthrough after Virginia elections
Republicans believe the elements are there for a shutdown breakthrough as soon as Wednesday, betting that Democrats will soften their healthcare demands after high-profile elections in Virginia and New Jersey on Tuesday. Over the last week, bipartisan talks have picked up among appropriators interested in hammering out a larger spending deal once the government reopens. At the same time, Washington is facing mounting political pressure as fundin…
How this week’s elections in Virginia became about everything and more state headlines
• “How this week’s elections in Virginia became about … everything.” — NPR • “Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares says he will ‘seek common ground’ in event of split ticket.” — WTOP News • “New Emerson poll finds Spanberger leads…
How this week's elections in Virginia became about ... everything
Earlier this year, "quiet" was one word to describe the Virginia race for governor. Then came DOGE, a text message scandal down ballot, a redistricting surprise, the government shutdown and more.
Defining Conservative Leadership: Heritage’s Dr. Kevin Roberts on Policy, Politics, and 2025 Virginia Elections
From the campus of Virginia Tech where he earned his master’s degree in history, to the presidency of the Texas Public Policy Foundation where he shepherded work in energy policy and criminal justice to help the first Trump administration change the nation’s perceptions of those sectors, to the influential presidency of The Heritage Foundation, Dr. Kevin Roberts has come to define conservative leadership in America. >>> Sign up for our Virginia …
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