Fox News Power Rankings highlight three gubernatorial races to watch closely on election night:
1. Virginia: This is a closely watched race, typically seen as an early indicator of the political climate. The contest is between Democrat Terry McAuliffe, a former governor, and Republican Glenn Youngkin, a businessman.
2. New Jersey: Incumbent Democratic Governor Phil Murphy is facing Republican Jack Ciattarelli. New Jersey is typically a Democratic stronghold, but Republican Ciattarelli has mounted a strong challenge.
3. California: The race was fundamentally a recall election for Democratic governor Gavin Newsom. The main Republican challenger was radio host Larry Elder, though there were many candidates in the race.
These races potentially serve as a preview for the 2022 midterm elections; observers will be keen to see if any trends emerge that could hint at broader shifts in voter sentiment. Please note details might change as election day approaches and new polls are released.
