Scrutiny of Dominion Energy megamerger intensifies as Virginia governor weighs in
News ClipThe Washington Post·VA·8/7/2026
Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger is intervening in a proposed $67 billion utility megamerger involving Dominion Energy and a Florida firm. She expressed deep skepticism, citing concerns over insufficient protections for utility workers and ratepayers amid rising energy costs.
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Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger has taken the unprecedented step of intervening in the proposed $67 billion megamerger of Dominion Energy, the state's largest power company, with an unnamed Florida firm. The Governor expressed deep skepticism about the deal, stating it lacks adequate protections for utility workers and consumers. Her intervention comes amidst growing concerns among ratepayers over increasing energy costs across the state.