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Democrats Surge in NJ and VA, Latino Voters Shift

11/7/2025

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Story summary
  • Democrats expand gains in NJ and VA as Mikie Sherrill (D-N.J.) and Abigail Spanberger (D-Va.) win gubernatorial races.
  • Mikie Sherrill won nearly 70% of Latino voters, reversing U.S. President Donald Trump’s prior support.
  • This shift suggests Latino voters, previously part of President Donald Trump’s coalition, are emerging as swing voters.
  • Economic issues, especially cost of living, drive this change.
  • Republicans face challenges retaining Latino support amid Texas redistricting.