Coverage of elections in Virginia focuses on candidate announcements, campaign activity, voting access and final results. This page reports on the mechanics of the democratic process across the state.
Several Central Virginia localities that backed Trump in 2024 chose Democrat Mark Warner in the 2026 midterm elections.
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November 4, 2026
Spanberger Says Virginia Vote Backs Democratic AgendaVirginia's governor said Tuesday's election results validated the policy direction her party has pursued since taking office.
November 4, 2026
Virginia Races Draw $2.5 Million in BettingTrading volume on three Virginia congressional races more than doubled in one week as polls closed.
November 4, 2026
Vindman Wins Reelection in Virginia's 7th DistrictDemocrat Eugene Vindman defeated Republican Doug Ollivant in unofficial results, with Ollivant conceding after announcing a blood cancer diagnosis earlier in the race.
November 4, 2026
Taylor Unseats Wittman in Virginia 1st DistrictDemocrat Shannon Taylor is projected to defeat incumbent Republican Rep. Rob Wittman in a race that shifted toward toss-up in October.
November 4, 2026
Cline Wins Fifth Term in Virginia's 6th DistrictRepublican Ben Cline defeated Democrat Beth Macy in the 6th District House race on Tuesday, with a narrower margin than his 2024 victory.
November 4, 2026
Bobby Scott Wins Reelection in Virginia's 3rdDemocrat Robert Scott secures another term representing Virginia's 3rd Congressional District in the House of Representatives.
November 4, 2026
Subramanyam Wins Re-Election in Virginia's 10th DistrictDemocrat Suhas Subramanyam secured a second term in the U.S. House, defeating Republican Dave Beckwith in Virginia's 10th congressional district.
November 4, 2026
McClellan Holds Virginia 4th District SeatDemocratic Rep. Jennifer McClellan leads Republican challenger Robert Murray Jr. by more than 35 points in the preliminary count.
November 4, 2026
Hampton Roads Polls Mostly Run Smoothly on Election DayBallot machine malfunctions at several Virginia polling places were resolved or worked around, with no major disruptions reported.
November 4, 2026
Warner Seeks Fourth Term in Virginia Senate RaceDemocratic Sen. Mark Warner faces Republican Bert Mizusawa as Virginia voters head to the polls.
Virginia reporting spans candidates, polling, campaign finance disclosures and the impact of new legislation. Coverage reaches from the capital to the rural counties, following how the process unfolds in every jurisdiction. The transition from primary races to general election cycles often shapes the tone of the campaigns, as candidates move to define their platforms for a wider audience. Voter participation rates and the logistical administration of polling sites remain the most consistent factors influencing how the state records its outcomes.
