Voting is wrapping up on the East Coast and our CBN News election team is watching for the returns in Virginia and New Jersey where the main contests are taking place.
The most significant race is Virginia’s contest for governor. Republican candidate Glenn Youngkin is hoping to upset Democrat Terry McAuliffe who had led the race for months. But Youngkin gained the momentum in the last few weeks and even took the lead in some polls heading into Election Day.
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The outcome of this race is widely seen as a referendum on Joe Biden’s presidency. It could serve as a predictor for next year’s congressional elections.
Other big races are happening in Virginia too, including the contest for Lieutenant Governor between Republican Winsome Sears and Democrat Haya Ayala, and the battle for Attorney General between Republican Jason Miyares and Democrat incumbent Mark Herring.
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Youngkin, a political newcomer and businessman, has cast himself as an outsider with a focus on the economy and education. He’s vowing to stand up for parents alarmed about left-wing school curricula and he’s pledging to ban what critics call “critical race theory.” He says a positive campaign of conservative ideals will help him win because Virginians want change.
McAuliffe, who won his first Virginia gubernatorial term in 2013, has largely focused on fighting COVID, vaccine mandates, and trying to tie Youngkin’s agenda to former President Trump.
Analysts note McAuliffe’s slipping lead, which comes at the same time President Biden’s approval rating has plunged. Polls showed Youngkin with the advantage with the all-important independent voters. He also led in the enthusiasm gap over McAuliffe’s campaign. Youngkin is endorsed by Donald Trump, but he went solo on the campaign trail, focusing on the critical D.C. suburbs of northern Virginia.
CBN News LIVE Election Coverage
It’s Election Night and CBN News is providing LIVE coverage starting at 8 PM. Our CBN News team of political analysts will be keeping you up to date.
CBN’s Jenna Browder, Dan Andros, David Brody, Heather Sells, Tara Mergener, Billy Hallowell, and Tré Goins-Phillips will join the coverage. Other guests will include Julie Manchester from The Hill and Stu Burguiere from Blaze Media.
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