In her campaign, Abigail Spanberger focused on jobs and the cost of living and emphasized her support for abortion rights.

Democrat Abigail Spanberger defeated Republican Winsome Earle-Sears to become Virginia's next governor, capitalizing on President Donald Trump's unpopularity.

Virginia's biggest counties delivered Spanberger's double-digit victory, which saw her making strong gains in suburban areas.

The Associated Press called the Virginia governor’s race in Democrat Abigail Spanberger’s favor, an explosive finish in one of the most closely-watched elections in the country this year. Spanberger clenched a victory over Republican opponent Winsome Earle-Sears,

Virginia governor-elect Abigail Spanberger celebrates her win over Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears, promising to focus on lowering costs and strengthening the economy.

Democrat Abigail Spanberger has been projected as winningthe race for Virginia governor after a closely-watched election which her party hoped could signal a national trend. The former congresswoman and CIA officer defeated the state's Republican Lieutenant Governor Winsome Earle-Sears, media reported.

With Democratic candidate Abigail Spanberger polling ahead in Virginia’s governor’s race, Republican Attorney General Jason Miyares is courting her supporters in the hopes of winning re-election against his opponent,

Democrats gain control in Virginia as Abigail Spanberger defeats Winsome Earle-Sears, while Republicans lose power in Richmond after government shutdown.