RICHMOND, Va. — As Democrat Abigail Spanberger was elected the first female governor of Virginia, reactions are coming in from around United States political world with words of congratulations from Democrats and others.
Former President Bill Clinton
Congratulations to Abigail @SpanbergerForVA on your election as Governor of Virginia! Your victory is a testament to your long record of service and your relentless focus on the issues that matter most to Virginians. I look forward to following your success.
— Bill Clinton (@BillClinton) November 5, 2025
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Grace Panetta, Political reporter
the most fun fact (to me) from this election night: Abigail Spanberger born in Red Bank, NJ, will be governor of Virginia and Mikie Sherrill, born in Alexandria, VA, will be governor of New Jersey
— Grace Panetta (@grace_panetta) November 5, 2025
Former Virginia Governor Terry McAuliffe
Congratulations to Governor-elect @SpanbergerForVA 🎉🇺🇸🔥💪 The world was watching VA tonight, and we sent them a clear message.
— Terry McAuliffe (@TerryMcAuliffe) November 5, 2025
The Lincoln Project, a group of Anti-Trump Republicans
In what is the quickest call for governor in modern Virginia history, @SpanbergerForVA has been elected the next governor of the Commonwealth of Virginia. When we vote, we win. Congratulations! pic.twitter.com/eBfpWzdB6g
— The Lincoln Project (@ProjectLincoln) November 5, 2025
Virginia U.S. Sen. Mark Warner
Congratulations to Abigail Spanberger on her historic victory as the 75th Governor of Virginia! I look forward to continuing to work together to build a stronger and more affordable Virginia. Onwards! pic.twitter.com/2IJHrVtiGz
— Mark Warner (@MarkWarner) November 5, 2025
Former President Barack Obama
Congratulations to all the Democratic candidates who won tonight. It’s a reminder that when we come together around strong, forward-looking leaders who care about the issues that matter, we can win. We’ve still got plenty of work to do, but the future looks a little bit brighter.
— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) November 5, 2025
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton
Democratic women made history tonight:
— Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton) November 5, 2025
Abigail Spanberger will be the first female governor of Virginia.
Mikie Sherrill will be the first female Democratic governor of New Jersey.
I’m looking forward to seeing these strong, dedicated leaders deliver for their states. 🎉
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Stein
Tonight, Virginians came together to send a resounding message that folks are ready to stand up for our freedoms and fight for our future. In the face of all the chaos from Washington and the attacks on our democracy, Abigail Spanberger brought people together around a vision for… pic.twitter.com/R029hnZuoH
— Josh Shapiro (@JoshShapiroPA) November 5, 2025
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz
Two big wins for Dem Govs!
— Tim Walz (@Tim_Walz) November 5, 2025
A big congratulations to Governors-elect Spanberger and Sherrill!
Let’s take this momentum into 2026.
