Democrat Abigail Spanberger became the first woman to win the governorship of Virginia today, securing victory in Tuesday's elections and ending four years of Republican rule. The 46-year-old Spanberger garnered 56.4% of the vote, surpassing Republican Winsome Earle-Sears, who received 43.3% of the ballots. The new governor, originally from New Jersey, holds a degree in Business Administration and previously served as a U.S. Congresswoman for the Democratic Party and as an agent for the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA). During her campaign, she reiterated her commitment to working on lowering the cost of living and strengthening family economies in Virginia, as well as improving public schools and maintaining safety in communities.
