2021 Virginia gubernatorial election

The 2021 Virginia gubernatorial election was held to select the state's governor. Democrat Terry McAuliffe, a former governor, ran to serve again, while Republican Glenn Youngkin, a businessman, was his main opponent. Voters chose between these candidates through a statewide election. Youngkin won with about 51% of the vote, signaling a shift toward Republican preferences in the state. The election was notable because Virginia generally leans Democratic in federal races but often swings Republican in gubernatorial contests, making this result significant for political trends and upcoming elections.