Virginia Gov. Youngkin warns against Dem candidate's centrist label, says she'll end cooperation with ICE

Virginia Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin sounded the alarm over efforts to brand Democratic gubernatorial candidate Abigail Spanberger as a centrist, as the race to determine his successor tightens.

"We've arrested over 4,000 illegal immigrants in Virginia. Members of MS-13, Tren de Aragua, folks that are doing terrible things, and the first thing that Abigail Spanberger wants to do is reverse my executive order. 

"This is who she is, and don't believe for a minute that she's moderate."

Youngkin has been campaigning for Republican Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears, who is challenging Spanberger in the 2025 race.

"I was campaigning with her most of the day yesterday. The crowds are huge. The enthusiasm is high," Youngkin said, adding that he expects the race to be tight.

"As a former federal law enforcement officer, Abigail worked alongside both local and state law enforcement officers to arrest drug traffickers. As a Member of Congress, Abigail had several bipartisan bills signed into law - including one signed by President Trump - to secure our southern border, crack down on dangerous cartels, and combat deadly fentanyl trafficking. 

"As Virginia's next Governor, Abigail's top priority will always be keeping Virginians safe - that's why Abigail has the endorsement of the largest police union in Virginia, as well as why she will never attempt to block cooperation between local law enforcement and federal authorities."

Fox News' Charles Creitz contributed to this report.