US EditionSpanberger Holds 10-Point Lead over Earle-Sears in Virginia: Poll
Winsome Earle-Sears closes gap to three points amid voter turnout gains and cultural debates on immigration and transgender policies, with polls showing the race within margin of error.
- Democrat Abigail Spanberger holds a 10-point lead over Republican Winsome Earle-Sears in the Virginia governor's race as of a September 28-29 poll.
- Spanberger’s lead has expanded due to rising backing from independents, men, and younger voters compared to polling data from early 2025 conducted by Emerson College.
- The race remains close within the margin of error amid controversies including a campaign staffer's social media remarks, immigration debates, and criticism over transgender policies.
- The Emerson College poll surveyed 725 likely voters with a margin of error of +/-3.6%, showing Spanberger at 52%, Earle-Sears at 42%, and 5% undecided.
- Spanberger's momentum signals potential shifts in voter behavior that could influence the election outcome as voters focus on the economy and threats to democracy during a federal shutdown.
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Spanberger leads Earle-Sears in Virginia governor's race, Emerson poll finds
(WHTM) - Former congresswoman Abigail Spanberger (D) is leading Lt. Governor Winsome Earle-Sears (R) by 10 points in the Virginia governor's race, according to a new Emerson College Polling/The Hill survey. The poll found Spanberger with 52% to Earle-Sears' 42%, an increase from Spanberger's 1% lead in a January Emerson College survey. “Spanberger has picked up significant momentum since the first Emerson College poll at the beginning of 2025, d…
Spanberger holds 10-point lead in Virginia governor’s race
(The Center Square) – Democratic nominee Abigail Spanberger is starting October with a polling advantage in Virginia’s governor’s race as the month opens with a federal shutdown and political tension building in Virginia.
New Poll Shows Winsome Earle-Sears Closing in on Abigail Spanberger in Virginia Governor’s Race
A survey released this week from A2 Insights has Republican Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears trailing Democrat Abigail Spanberger by just three points in Virginia’s gubernatorial election, putting the contest firmly within the margin of error as early voting picks up steam.
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GOP Candidate Closes The Gap In Governor’s Race – Contest Now Within Margin Of Error
Virginia Lieutenant Governor Winsome Earle-Sears now trails her Democratic opponent, Abigail Spanberger, by only three points, according to a new survey. This puts the race within the survey’s margin of error. BREAKING: NEW A2 INSIGHTS VIRGINIA GOVERNOR POLL SHOWS SEARS RAPIDLY CLOSING THE GAP Abigail Spanberger: 48% (+3) Winsome Earle-Sears: 45% KEEP VOTING, VIRGINIA! pic.twitter.com/qz1qsjdDYx — Virginia College Republicans (@vacollegegop) Oc…
Virginia Poll: Spanberger holds 10-point lead over Earle-Sears for governor
(WAVY) — A new Emerson College Polling/The Hill survey taken September 2025 shows an increased margin between Virginia gubernatorial candidates Democrat Abigail Spanberger and Republican Winsome Earle-Sears. Compared to an earlier survey taken January 2025, Spanberger’s support increased ten points from 42% to 52%, while Earle-Sears picked up one percentage point, from 41% to 42%. According to the same survey, less than 5% of voters are undecide…
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