Virginia 2025 Election Prediction: Analyst says governor’s race data tells 'clear story'
All eyes are on Virginia ahead of Election Day — and one of the country’s most accurate political forecasters says the Commonwealth’s top race may already be all but decided.
Election forecaster: Spanberger "as certain as the sun" to win Va. Gov. race
Election forecaster Chaz Nuttycombe, executive director of State Navigate, told The Final 5 that his projections suggest Democrat Abigail Spanberger is a near lock to win Virginia’s governor’s race, with a 98% chance of victory, while Ghazala Hashmi is heavily favored for lieutenant governor and the attorney general race remains tight between Jay Jones and Jason Miyares. Nuttycombe projects Democrats will expand their slim House of Delegates majority by several seats and expects early voting to make up more than 40% of the total electorate. Known for his precise state-level forecasts, Nuttycombe says his live election-night model, NavCast, will give Virginians real-time insight into where the votes are coming from as results roll in.
Dems fight to hold slim majorities in Virginia House, Senate
With control of the Virginia legislature hanging by a slim margin, Democratic Delegate Dan Helmer told Jim Lokay on "The Final 5" that his party is running candidates in all 100 House districts for the first time in recent memory. Helmer said Democrats are energized by national issues like abortion rights, marriage equality, and rising living costs, framing the election as a response to GOP “extremism” in Washington and Richmond.
Virginia takes center stage as Election Day looms
Across the U.S., redistricting efforts have surged — with states like Texas, Maryland and Indiana racing to redraw maps ahead of upcoming elections. In Virginia, the spotlight is also on the governor’s race, where Democrat Abigail Spanberger maintains a sizable lead in most polls over Republican Winsome Earle-Sears. Jim Lokay discusses the race with NOTUS contributing editor Dave Levinthal, who also discusses his reporting that uncovered lengthy gaps in Earle-Sears' official schedule as lieutenant governor.
Virginia gubernatorial candidates make final efforts to campaign days ahead of election
The race for Virginia governor rolled into northern Virginia on Thursday as Democratic candidate Abigail Spanberger’s bus tour arrived in Alexandria just days ahead of Election Day.
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Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries speaks on day 30 of the government shutdown.
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Winsome Earle-Sears bus catches fire in final days of campaign
Just five days before the Virginia gubernatorial election, Republican candidate Winsome Earle-Sears bus caught fire while en-route to an event.
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Spanberger, Miyares leading in latest poll | Oct. 30 Virginia election update
New polling out of Roanoke College shows Democratic gubernatorial candidate Abigail Spanberger leading Republican candidate Winsome Earle-Sears just five days before election day.
Government Shutdown 2025 Update: SNAP benefits at risk as stalemate enters day 30
The federal government shutdown has entered its 30th day, and pressure continues to mount as millions of Americans face the loss of critical food assistance.
DC Council holds public roundtable to discuss impact of federal troops
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4 days left for early voting as Spanberger, Earle-Sears continue campaigns | Oct. 29 Virginia election update
Early voting in Virginia ends Saturday, ahead of Election Day on Tuesday.
When does early voting end in Virginia?
Voters in several East Coast states are heading into the final days of early voting ahead of the November 4 election. Here’s how long residents in Virginia have left to cast ballots before Election Day.
Government Shutdown 2025 Update: SNAP benefits, WIC, Head Start and military pay
As the federal shutdown approaches the one-month mark, Americans are feeling the impact of lost funding and closed programs. States are rushing to fill gaps in food aid and early childhood services, while military families brace for missed paychecks.
Why Virginia’s 2025 election could be another bellwether moment
History says: when Virginia votes, the nation should pay attention. The Commonwealth’s elections have long been a preview of America’s political future — and this year, all eyes are once again on Richmond.
Judge halts Trump administration from firing federal workers during shutdown
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Pete Snyder on the race for Virginia
Virginia's statewide elections are getting national attention, not just for the historical precedent that often favors the party opposite the White House in the race for governor, but also for the text message scandal that engulfed Democratic attorney general nominee Jay Jones. Jim talks about the state of the races with former GOP candidate for governor and CEO of Disruptor Capital Pete Snyder on "The Final 5."
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