Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger’s will deliver an affordability-focused message. Sen. Alex Padilla will talk immigration in ...

The Virginia governor will deliver the Democratic Party's response to Trump's State of the Union address.

Spanberger’s victory in Virginia last November was viewed by party leaders as validation of a disciplined message centered on ...

Democrats hope Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger can deliver a forceful response to President Donald Trump’s State of the ...

Abigail Spanberger was elected as Virginia's first female governor in November of 2025.

The Virginia governor's star turn suggests that Democrats want to emphasize moderation and affordability ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.

Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger is giving the Democratic response to Trump's State of the Union. Learn more about her background.

Democrats are betting that Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger’s cost‑focused message will resonate nationally when she delivers ...