Abigail Spanberger, a Democrat and former Virginia congresswoman, has for months been favored over her Republican opponent, Winsome Earle-Sears, the current lieutenant governor. But a texting scandal involving the Democratic candidate for attorney general has added a degree of unpredictability in the race’s final weeks.

Voters cast ballots in the 2025 election on Tuesday, the first since President Donald Trump and Republicans won big in 2024. There are several key races to watch, including the battle over redistricting and the New York City mayoral race.

Voters in the state will elect a new governor, lieutenant governor and attorney general. All 100 House of Delegates seats are also on the ballot.

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.

Results timing: In 2024, 87 percent of votes were reported by midnight on election night, and 96 percent were reported by noon the next day. A small share of voters cast ballots by mail, which must be postmarked by Election Day and arrive within three days.

President Trump's tele-rally aims to boost Virginia Republican statewide candidates, with GOP defending legislative seats while pursuing governor's mansion.

Former President Barack Obama campaigned alongside gubernatorial candidates in Virginia and New Jersey ahead of election day. Democrats hope to gain momentum in both states, as they look ahead to the 2026 midterms.