Major Defense Contractor Flees Spanberger’s Virginia Just Weeks After She Takes Office

 In February 2026, Boeing announced its decision to move its Defense, Space & Security headquarters from Arlington, Virginia to St. Louis, Missouri, less than two months after Democratic Governor Abigail Spanberger took office.

• Boeing's relocation marks a significant change for the company, which previously moved its headquarters to Arlington in 2022 during former Republican Governor Glenn Youngkin's administration.

• The move back to St. Louis, where Boeing was based before 2017, is seen as a shift in business expectations related to the new leadership in Virginia.

• Department of War Secretary Pete Hegseth and other Missouri officials praised the decision, emphasizing St. Louis's role in the defense industry.

• Boeing's CEO noted that the decision aligns with the company's commitment to disciplined performance.

• Spanberger's administration is reversing Youngkin-era policies, including tax reforms aimed at attracting businesses, and introducing new proposals for government contracts focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion.

The relocation of Boeing’s headquarters reflects potential concerns about the business climate in Virginia under Governor Spanberger, following a series of policy changes that may influence corporate decisions. 

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