Summary
Republican Jeannie LaCroix won a special election for the Prince William County Board of Supervisors in Virginia, taking a seat that Democrats had held for nearly 40 years. This election result goes against the recent trend of Democrats performing well in special elections.
Key Facts
- Jeannie LaCroix, a Republican, won a special election in Virginia for a seat on the Prince William County Board of Supervisors.
- LaCroix received 1,694 votes, which was more than 43.7% of the total votes.
- Her opponent, Democrat Muhammad Sufiyan "Sef" Casim, received 1,436 votes, or about 37%.
- Write-in candidates collectively received 744 votes, about 19% of the total.
- This is the first time in nearly 40 years a Republican has held this seat.
- Nationwide, Democrats have been flipping several Republican seats, including recent elections in New Hampshire and Arkansas.
- Special elections are significant as both parties prepare for the 2026 midterm elections, where Republicans currently hold slim majorities in Congress.
