The governor of Virginia in early 2026 is Glenn Youngkin , serving as the 74th governor, with his term running from January 15, 2022, until January 2026. Abigail Spanberger has been elected as the next (75th) governor and is scheduled to take office on January 17, 2026.

Quick Scoop

  • The current governor of Virginia (as of early January 2026) is Glenn Youngkin, a Republican who took office on January 15, 2022.
  • Youngkin is listed as the 74th governor of the Commonwealth and leads a Republican-held statewide executive, while Democrats control the legislature.
  • Abigail Spanberger , a Democrat and former U.S. Representative, was elected governor in November 2025 and is set to become Virginia’s first female governor when inaugurated on January 17, 2026.

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