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Election Day 2025: Key Races Impact Federal Shutdown

11/4/2025

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On Election Day 2025, gubernatorial races in New Jersey and Virginia could affect the federal shutdown, which is nearing a record length.
Democrats are expected to perform well, boosting confidence in handling the shutdown.
In Virginia, Rep. Abigail Spanberger (D-Va.) leads in polls.
Republicans hope to keep the New Jersey race competitive.
Democrats push for an extension of Obamacare subsidies to counter rising costs.

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Story summary

On Election Day 2025, gubernatorial races in New Jersey and Virginia could affect the federal shutdown, which is nearing a record length.
Democrats are expected to perform well, boosting confidence in handling the shutdown.
In Virginia, Rep. Abigail Spanberger (D-Va.) leads in polls.
Republicans hope to keep the New Jersey race competitive.
Democrats push for an extension of Obamacare subsidies to counter rising costs.