Democratic candidate Abigail Spanberger marks history as the first woman to be elected governor of the Commonwealth. Elected back in November 2025, Spanberger has taken the time leading up to the inauguration to build her cabinet and coordinate with the General Assembly ahead of the new legislative session.

RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - Saturday, Jan. 17 marks a historic day in Virginia with the inauguration of the commonwealth’s first woman governor. You can watch live coverage of the Inauguration of Abigail Spanberger in the video player above starting at 11:30 a.m. This story will be updated throughout the day with highlights from the inauguration.

Abigail Spanberger becomes Virginia's first female governor, with her historic inauguration in Richmond Saturday. Watch live on WUSA9 starting at 11:30 a.m.