Virginia Primary Election 2025: Voting Ends at 7 PM ET, Results Expected Tonight

Virginia voters headed to the polls today to cast their ballots in the state’s high-stakes 2025 primary elections. Voting began at 6 AM ET and will continue until 7 PM ET. Anyone in line at closing time will still be allowed to vote. The primary determines which candidates will appear on the ballot for the November 4 general election — an election that could make history.

Voters are selecting nominees for lieutenant governor, attorney general, and members of the House of Delegates. According to election officials, voters must bring acceptable identification and are encouraged to check their sample ballots in advance.

When Will Virginia Primary Results Be Announced?

The results for the Virginia primary election will start coming in shortly after polls close at 7 PM ET on Tuesday. While full results may take several hours to tabulate, early exit polls and projections are expected to surface later in the evening. Major news outlets and official election websites will provide live updates.

Who’s Running in the 2025 Virginia Primaries?

The Republican Party has already finalized its picks:

Governor: Winsome Earle-Sears (current lieutenant governor)
Lieutenant Governor: John Reid (talk-radio host)
Attorney General: Jason S. Miyares (seeking re-election)

On the Democratic side, former Congresswoman Abigail Spanberger is the frontrunner for the governor’s position. Several contenders are vying for the party’s nominations in other races:

Democratic Candidates for Lieutenant Governor:

Alex Bastani
Ghazala Hashmi
Babur Lateef
Aaron Rouse
Victor Salgado
Levar Stoney

Democratic Candidates for Attorney General:

Jay Jones
Shannon Taylor

Why These Primaries Matter

This year’s election holds historical weight — Virginia is set to elect a woman governor for the first time ever. Depending on the results in November, it could be either Democrat Abigail Spanberger or Republican Winsome Earle-Sears who makes history. The outcome will also shape the state’s political direction ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.

The primary also signals voter sentiment toward national figures. Virginia, traditionally a swing state, leaned Democratic in recent years. Vice President Kamala Harris won Virginia by six points in the last presidential race, but Republicans remain optimistic.

High Early Turnout Signals Voter Enthusiasm

The 45-day early voting period in Virginia ended Saturday, with officials reporting strong turnout compared to previous primaries. Both parties see Virginia as a battleground that could swing the political balance, and today’s vote is seen as a bellwether for the national political mood.

Where to Watch the Results

Live election coverage and real-time updates will be available on:

Local Virginia news stations
Major national outlets like CNN, NBC, and Fox
Official websites of the Virginia Department of Elections and individual counties

FAQs

1. What positions are on the ballot in the Virginia primary?
Democratic voters are selecting nominees for lieutenant governor, attorney general, and House of Delegates. Republicans have already named their candidates.

2. When will the results be released?
After 7 PM ET on June 17. Expect live updates from news platforms and election officials throughout the night.

3. What makes this election historic?
For the first time in Virginia’s history, a woman is set to be elected governor in November 2025.