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Who's Running
in 2026?

The Democratic Primary Election will take place on Tuesday, June 16, 2026.

Residents of the Commonwealth of Virginia may choose to vote in the Primary for either party, but not both.


At this time, there will be a Democratic Primary for the U.S. House of Representatives in Virginia's Fifth Congressional District. The winner will advance to the General Election.

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At this time, only the incumbent Senator, Democrat Mark Warner, has filed to run for the Democratic nomination for Senator in 2026. Therefore, there will not be a Democratic Primary for U.S. Senate, and Mark Warner will advance to the General Election.

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The General Election will take place on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.​

Residents of Powhatan County will cast their ballots for the following:

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Your Democratic Candidates

Mark Warner

For U.S. Senate

The incumbent Senator is Democrat Mark Warner.

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Senator Warner served as Governor of Virginia from 2001 to 2006, during which time the state earned top rankings for business, management, and public education.

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Elected to the U.S. Senate in 2008, Senator Warner has consistently worked to build bipartisan consensus, focusing on strengthening the economy and addressing the needs of Virginia families. His achievements include spearheading significant investments in infrastructure and public lands, expanding domestic manufacturing in Virginia, and advocating for lower healthcare costs and increased access to telehealth services across the Commonwealth.

 

Since 2021, Senator Warner has chaired the Senate Intelligence Committee, where he plays a crucial role in safeguarding America's national security. He currently resides in Alexandria with his wife, Lisa Collis, where they raised their three daughters.

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Democratic Primary

For U.S. House of Representatives, Congressional District 5

The incumbent Representative is Republican John McGuire.

 

At this time, four people have filed to run for the Democratic Party Nomination, thus necessitating a Democratic Primary. The winner of the Primary will challenge the incumbent Representative in the General Election.

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The following candidates will appear on the ballot for the Democratic Primary on June 16, 2026:

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  • Mike Pruitt

  • Paul Riley

  • Adele Stichel

  • Kate Zabriskie

Authorized and Funded by the Powhatan Democratic Committee

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Bob Kelly, Chair

Griffin North, Vice Chair

Sharon Shepherd, Secretary

Rick Montgomery, Treasurer

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