2013 United States gubernatorial elections

United States gubernatorial elections were held on November 5, 2013 in New Jersey and Virginia. These elections formed part of the 2013 United States elections. Before the elections, both seats were held by Republicans. Republican incumbent Chris Christie won reelection in New Jersey, while in Virginia, Democrat Terry McAuliffe won the open seat held by term-limited Republican Bob McDonnell.

2013 United States gubernatorial elections
November 5, 2013
2 governorships
  Majority party Minority party
 
Party Republican Democratic
Seats before 30 20
Seats after 29 21
Seat change 1 1
Popular vote 2,292,286 1,879,767
Percentage 52.53% 43.08%
Seats up 2 0
Seats won 1 1
Map of the results
     Democratic gain
     Republican hold
     No election

As of 2024, this is the last time that a Republican won the governorship in New Jersey.

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