Abigail Spanberger
United StatespoliticianFemaleb. 19795.1Global Dominance: 0.04%Abigail Spanberger is a Democratic candidate running for governor of Virginia in the 2025 elections. She aims to challenge the current Lieutenant Governor Winsome Earle-Sears in the upcoming gubernatorial race.
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Abigail Spanberger is a governor who may work to help Democrats secure a nominee who can win in November.
DNC’s new calendar will shake up 2028 presidential raceUnited States· 2026-08-09
Abigail Spanberger defeated David Brat in the 2018 election for the Virginia seat.
Dave Brat confirmed as US ambassador to Australia
Australia· 2026-08-08
Gov. Abigail Spanberger and her party faced a major and financially costly loss due to the redistricting challenge.
Elaine Luria wins Va. 2nd Democratic primary to face Rep. KiggansUnited States· 2026-08-05
Then-Rep. Abigail Spanberger, D-Va., said at the time, 'Don’t say socialism ever again. We need to get back to the basics.'
Rashida Tlaib wins Democratic primary, advances to general electionUnited States· 2026-08-05
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger did not appear to issue half-staff orders after Lindsey Graham's death.
Gov Mikie Sherrill skips White House half-staff order for GrahamUnited States· 2026-07-16
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger's office stated that firearms designed to inflict mass casualties do not belong in communities.
Trump civil rights chief explains Second Amendment legal strategyUnited States· 2026-07-08
Gov. Abigail Spanberger will give a keynote address at a naturalization ceremony at Monticello.
How Communities Across the U.S. Are Ringing in America’s 250thUnited States· 2026-07-04
Gov. Abigail Spanberger's office did not respond to a request for comment.
The states that still allow trans athletes in women's sports face questions after Supreme Court rulingUnited States· 2026-07-03
Virginia’s Democratic governor, Abigail Spanberger, signed legislation earlier this year banning the sale and manufacture of certain semi-automatic firearms.
Trump administration sues California, Virginia over new gun laws restricting semi-automatic firearms
Canada· 2026-07-01
Murphy pointed to Democratic Govs. Mikie Sherrill and Abigail Spanberger as examples of more moderate candidates.
Chris Murphy dodges questions on Darializa Avila Chevalier remarksUnited States· 2026-06-29
Virginia Democratic Gov. Abigail Spanberger was criticized for abandoning affordability in favor of tax increases.
North Dakota oil wealth fuels tax cuts that rival Florida and TexasUnited States· 2026-06-21
A redistricting failure is another headache for newly-elected Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger.
DOJ sues Virginia, warns state could become next sanctuary CaliforniaUnited States· 2026-06-19
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger expressed condolences for Deputy Utt's family and praised his bravery.
Wildlife camera clue helped fuel hunt for suspect in Virginia deputy's slayingUnited States· 2026-06-01
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger confirmed her office is closely monitoring the situation regarding Deputy Utt's death.
US Marshals offer $10K reward in Virginia manhunt for deputy's alleged killerUnited States· 2026-05-31
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger spoke to reporters in front of the State Capitol in Richmond late Wednesday, defending the redistricting referendum and denying the Old Dominion is a 'sanctuary state.'
DHS says ICE detainer denied before illegal alien's Virginia sex crime arrestUnited States· 2026-05-29
The measure is expected to be signed by Governor Abigail Spanberger, a Democrat and Virginia’s first female governor.
Virginia passes law barring schools from teaching Trump’s version of Jan 6 US Capitol attack - World
Pakistan· 2026-03-07
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger's SOTU rebuttal drew strong pushback from conservatives.
Virginia Democrats push 10-1 gerrymandering map despite promises otherwiseUnited States· 2026-03-02
Abigail Spanberger criticized Trump for his aggressive immigration policies during her rebuttal speech.
Los republicanos creen que pusieron una trampa migratoria antes de las elecciones intermedias
Guatemala· 2026-02-28
Abigail Spanberger is the Democratic governor of Virginia who has been urged to cooperate with federal immigration officials.
Spanberger urged to cooperate with ICE after alleged killing by illegal immigrantUnited States· 2026-02-28
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger gives the Democratic response to President Donald Trump’s 2026 State of the Union address.
Virginia Democrats vote themselves 278% pay raise amid affordability pushUnited States· 2026-02-27
Abigail Spanberger warned that the structural challenges facing the American economy remain behind a facade of optimistic statements.
ترامب يواجه الكونغرس ببيانات اقتصادية مثيرة للجدل وسط انقسام حاد حول الهجرة والرسوم الجمركية
Iraq· 2026-02-27
Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger criticized the US president for his handling of the Jeffrey Epstein affair.
Trump tries to reset in State of Union
Taiwan· 2026-02-26
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger, in Democrats’ response, argued costs remain high for many Americans.
Trump’s State of the Union laid out key themes he must now sell to AmericansCanada· 2026-02-25
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger offers the Democratic response to the State of the Union.
Virginia Republican Del. Anne Ferrell Tata responds to Gov. SpanbergerUnited States· 2026-02-25
Virginia’s Democratic Gov. Abigail Spanberger was widely panned by conservatives on social media over her rebuttal to President Donald Trump’s State of the Union.
Gov Spanberger called 'radical' after Trump State of the Union rebuttalUnited States· 2026-02-25
Abigail Spanberger delivered the Democratic response to Trump's State of the Union address.
‘Nuestro amigo y socio, Venezuela’ y otros 5 momentos destacados del discurso de Trump del Estado de la Unión
Panama· 2026-02-25
Abigail Spanberger, the newly elected Democratic governor of Virginia, responded to Trump's speech, criticizing his economic management.
Trump describió un EE.UU. "dorado", pero los estadounidenses no lo perciben
Argentina· 2026-02-25Abigail Spanberger is the governor of Virginia who criticized Donald Trump's economic and immigration policies in her response to the State of the Union address.
Cine este Abigail Spanberger, guvernatoarea care a dat o replică tăioasă după discursul lui Trump
Romania· 2026-02-25
Governor Abigail Spanberger of Virginia delivered the Democratic response, accusing Trump of lying about the economy.
US President paints a rosy picture of the country’s economy in State of the Union address
New Zealand· 2026-02-25
Abigail Spanberger questioned whether Trump is making life more affordable for the average American.
Trumps rekordlånga tal gav inga svar om eventuell Iranattack
Sweden· 2026-02-25
