Spanberger Leads Virginia Governor Race by 11 Points, Attorney General Race Remains Tight

Democrat Abigail Spanberger holds a solid 11-point lead over Republican Winsome Earle-Sears in the Virginia gubernatorial race, supported by 55% of likely voters versus 44% for Earle-Sears, according to the latest Emerson College Polling/The Hill survey. Spanberger's support has notably increased among male voters, shifting from an even split to a 52% to 46% advantage, despite men previously favoring Republican Governor Glenn Youngkin. The race for Virginia Attorney General remains tight, with Democrat Jay Jones leading incumbent Republican Jason Miyares 49% to 47%, although early voters favor Jones and those yet to vote lean toward Miyares. Key voter concerns include the economy, which 39% cite as the top issue, with Spanberger leading among those prioritizing economic issues. President Donald Trump has a 45% job approval rating among Virginia voters, while Governor Youngkin's approval stands at 49%. Despite some controversies surrounding Jones, including past text messages, the Democratic candidates appear positioned strongly heading into the election.