Did Spanberger restore a dead dog's voting rights? Here's what we know.

A Virginia delegate has claimed that Governor Abigail Spanberger restored voting rights for a dead dog shortly before the 2026 midterm elections. The claim centers on whether the governor took action to register or reinstate a deceased animal on the voter rolls.

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WRIC RichmondCenter· 2d ago

Did Spanberger restore a dead dog's voting rights? Here's what we know.

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WTF? Virginia Lawmaker Demands Probe After Dead Dog Gets Rights Restored

BizPac ReviewRight· 1d ago

Virginia restores voting rights for ‘Biscuit’ the dog, says owner – pooch died 5 years ago

Blue State Blues NewsRight· 1d ago

Spanberger’s Voting Rights Program Just Restored a Dead Dog and Her Office Won’t Explain Why

New York PostLean Right· 1d ago

‘Biscuit’ the dog is latest dead felon to get their voting rights back from Virginia Gov. Spanberger, confused owner says

Fox NewsRight· 2d ago

'Biscuit' the dog is latest dead felon to get their voting rights back from Spanberger, confused owner says