Updated on February 11, 2019
Political
Ratings
| PVI | R+6 |
| Cook Rating | Democratic Toss Up |
| Inside Elections | N/A |
| Sabato's Crystal Ball | Leans Democratic |
Electoral History
2018
| VA-07 | Republican:: Brat | 48.4% | |
| Democrat:: Spanberger | 50.34% | D+1.94 |
2016
| Pres. | Republican:: Trump | 50.5% | R+6.5 |
| Democrat:: Clinton | 44% | ||
| VA-07 | Republican:: Brat | 57.5% | R+15.3% |
| Democrat:: Bedell | 42.2% |
2014
| VA-07 | Republican:: Brat | 60.8% | Republican:: R+23.9 |
| Democrat:: Trammell | 36.9% |
2012
| Pres. | Republican:: Romney | 54.6% | R+10.5 |
| Democrat:: Obama | 44.1% | ||
| VA-07 | Republican:: Cantor | 58.3% | R+17 |
| Democrat:: Powell | 41.3% |
Important Dates
NOTE: The Virginia Department of Election has not yet published this information. The brief will be updated as the information becomes available.
Recent Polling
NOTE: Polling information will be added as it becomes available.
Candidates
Republicans
TBD
Democrats
Rep. Abigail Spanberger (D) – Incumbent
Campaign Website
(Incumbent) Abigail Spanberger was first elected to Congress in 2018 after defeating Rep. Dave Brat. Prior to running for Congress, Spanberger was an Operations Officer at the Central Intelligence Agency before joining EAB – Royall & Company where she helped colleges and universities create diverse student bodies, increase graduation rates, and break down barriers to higher education.
FUNDRAISING
Year End 2018 Report
| Candidate | Raised | Cash on Hand |
|---|---|---|
| Spanberger (D) | $71K | $46K |
| Brat (R) | $18K | $171K |
RECENT NEWS
February 2019
The Hill: “Virginia congressional delegation says it’s ‘devastated by’ Richmond Turmoil” (The Hill, 2/7/19)
January 2019
ABC News: “New Virginia congresswoman open to national security discussion, but wants government reopened” (ABC News, 1/16/19)
Richmond Times-Dispatch: “Abigail Spanberger column: End the Shutdown, Protect the Livelihoods of Federal Workers & their Families” (Richmond Times-Dispatch, 1/15/19)
Townhall: “Dem Congresswoman Commits Cardinal Progressive Sin: I’m Not Offended By The Concept Of Corporate PAC Money” (Townhall, 1/9/19)