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News · VA

Virginia’s 2026 federal races: Senate and 11 House seats

Elections and voting

Virginia voters will choose a U.S. senator and representatives for all 11 congressional districts on Nov. 3, 2026.

The Ballot Virginia Policy DeskOct 5, 2026

News · VA

Virginia approves referendum on congressional map

Elections and voting

AP projects Virginia voters approved a referendum to redraw the state’s congressional map with the goal of favoring Democrats.

The Ballot Virginia News DeskSep 20, 2026

News · VA

Early voting begins for Virginia contests and amendments

Elections and voting

Virginia voters can begin casting ballots in an election featuring a Senate seat, a congressional race and proposed amendments.

The Ballot Virginia Policy DeskSep 19, 2026

News · VA

Virginia’s 2026 Midterm Voter Guide: What to Know

Elections and voting

The Virginia Mercury guide concerns the 2026 midterm election but is not directly connected to a specific race, office or candidate.

The Ballot Virginia Policy DeskSep 19, 2026

News · VA

Virginia’s 2026 midterm ballot: Dates and key votes

Elections and voting

Virginians will elect members of Congress and decide three proposed constitutional amendments on Nov. 3, 2026.

The Ballot Virginia News DeskSep 18, 2026

News · VA

West Virginia to vote on citizen-only voting amendment

Elections and voting

West Virginia voters will decide in November whether to add a citizen-only voting provision to the state constitution.

The Ballot Virginia Policy DeskSep 15, 2026