Former Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin is signaling that his time in politics may not be over.
In a recent appearance on Sean Hannity’s podcast, Youngkin suggested he is eager to return to public life, just months after leaving office.
“I have more to give. I just do. The one year of campaigning and the four years of running, so five years, went by in five seconds. It was amazing,” Youngkin said on the “Hang Out with Sean Hannity” podcast.
“Every morning [when I was governor], I woke up literally bounding out of bed, ready to roll, and that was the most purposeful I’ve ever felt in my whole life.”
Youngkin, a Republican businessman-turned-politician, was elected governor in 2021 in a closely watched race that flipped Virginia’s governorship from Democratic to Republican control. His victory over former Gov. Terry McAuliffe was widely seen as a bellwether for suburban voter sentiment and helped elevate his profile nationally as a potential future contender for higher office.
During his term, Youngkin championed a slate of conservative priorities. He pushed for what he described as “age-appropriate curriculum” in public schools, made tax relief a central focus—including efforts to reduce the state’s grocery tax—and moved early to roll back COVID-19 restrictions. His administration also emphasized tougher public safety policies, aligning with broader Republican messaging on crime and education.
Virginia’s one-term limit prevented Youngkin from seeking immediate reelection, and his tenure concluded earlier this year when Democrat Abigail Spanberger—who won the 2025 gubernatorial race after a competitive campaign—was sworn in as his successor. Spanberger’s victory marked a return to Democratic leadership in Richmond and underscored Virginia’s ongoing status as a political battleground.
Reflecting on his transition out of office, Youngkin described both appreciation for the experience while feeling restlessness about what comes next.
“I’ve been out of office for six weeks. I took [my wife] Suzanne on vacation, which she so deserved. She’s been amazing. I think she’s one of the best first ladies in America,” he said.
“But six weeks has felt like six years… You’re chomping at the bit.”
While Youngkin did not outline specific future plans, his comments reinforce ongoing speculation that he could re-enter politics sooner rather than later—whether through another statewide run, a federal campaign, or a role on the national stage.
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