A recent Roanoke College poll conducted between August 11 and 15 among 602 likely voters in Virginia shows Democrat Abigail Spanberger leading Republican Winsome Earle-Sears in the governor's race with 46% to 39%. The poll also indicates a close contest for attorney general, with Democrat Mark Herring at 41% and Republican Jason Miyares at 38%, and for lieutenant governor, Democrat Hala Ayala Hashmi at 38% versus Republican Leslie Haley Reid at 35%. The net favorability ratings show Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin at +8, Spanberger at +6, Earle-Sears at -7, and former President Donald Trump at -16. Media outlets report that the Virginia governor's race is tightening, with Spanberger's lead narrowing since May. Spanberger, a former member of Congress and ex-intelligence officer, faces criticism from Republican sources accusing her of avoiding the press and being associated with controversial rhetoric. Meanwhile, in New Jersey, Democrat Mikie Sherrill holds a 9-point lead over Republican Jack Ciattarelli in the governor's race according to a Rutgers/Eagleton poll.