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Spanberger urges Virginians to vote, citing ‘chaos out of Washington’
Gov. Abigail Spanberger urged eligible Virginians to vote Tuesday, pointing to congressional races and three proposed constitutional amendments as opportunities to shape the state’s and country’s future.
“Virginians can use their votes to choose representatives who they believe will address their top-of-mind challenges, contend with the chaos out of Washington, and always put them first,” Spanberger said in an Election Day statement.
The Democratic governor also highlighted amendments addressing reproductive rights, marriage equality and voting rights.
“At a time when chaos and uncertainty continue to dominate our national politics, we can send a clear message about the future we want to build — one grounded in accountability, steady leadership, and a commitment to delivering for people.”
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Polls are open, Virginia
Virginians will vote Tuesday in the 2026 midterm elections, with control of Congress and three proposed constitutional amendments at stake after a record early voting turnout.
Polls are open statewide from 6 a.m. until 7 p.m., giving voters their final opportunity to weigh in on races for the U.S. Senate and all 11 of Virginia’s U.S. House seats, along with proposed protections for reproductive rights, marriage equality and voting rights.
Read this to get prepared before you vote, and check out our voter guide if you need to learn more about the candidates, races and amendments on the ballot.
We’ll be posting updates from around the state all day; check back here soon.
This post was originally published on Virginia Mercury.
