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Incumbent: Shelley Moore Capito
The West Virginia U.S. Senate Class I Primary is a federal primary election held on May 12, 2026, to select Democratic and Republican nominees for the U.S. Senate seat currently held by Senator Shelley Moore Capito. This seat is up for election as part of the Class I Senate rotation, with the winner advancing to the general election in November 2026.
Incumbent: Carol Miller
The 2026 West Virginia U.S. House District 1 Primary is scheduled for May 12, 2026, to select each party's nominee for the United States House of Representatives from West Virginia's 1st congressional district. The district covers the northern part of the state, including Wheeling, Morgantown, and Parkersburg, and is currently represented by Rep. Carol Miller (R) who is running for re-election.
Incumbent: Alex Mooney
The West Virginia U.S. House District 2 Primary election on May 12, 2026, will determine the Democratic and Republican nominees for the U.S. House of Representatives from West Virginia's 2nd congressional district. The winner of each party primary will advance to the general election in November 2026 to challenge the incumbent or compete for an open seat, depending on redistricting and incumbent status.
Incumbent: Alex Mooney
The West Virginia U.S. House District 3 Primary election on May 12, 2026, will determine the Democratic and Republican nominees for the U.S. House of Representatives from West Virginia's 3rd congressional district. The winner of the primary will advance to the general election to represent the district in Congress, which includes much of southern and western West Virginia.
The 2026 West Virginia gubernatorial primary election will be held on May 12, 2026, to select the Democratic and Republican nominees for governor. The winner of each party's primary will advance to the general election, where they will compete for the state's highest office. This primary determines which candidates will appear on the ballot in the November 2026 general election for West Virginia governor.
The West Virginia Lieutenant Governor primary election on May 12, 2026, determines the Democratic and Republican nominees for the state's second-highest executive office. The lieutenant governor serves as president of the West Virginia Senate and succeeds the governor if the office becomes vacant.
Incumbent: Patrick Morrisey
The West Virginia Attorney General Primary election on May 12, 2026, is a statewide primary to select the Democratic and Republican nominees for the office of West Virginia Attorney General. The winner of each party's primary will advance to the general election in November 2026 to compete for the state's top legal office, which oversees consumer protection, antitrust enforcement, and representation of the state in legal matters.
Incumbent: Mac Warner
The West Virginia Secretary of State Primary is a state-level primary election to select nominees for the office of West Virginia Secretary of State. The office oversees elections, business filings, and state records. Voters will choose between Democratic and Republican candidates to advance to the general election in November 2026.
Incumbent: Shelley Moore Capito
The 2026 West Virginia U.S. Senate Class I General Election will be held on November 3, 2026, to determine who will represent West Virginia in the United States Senate for the Class I seat currently held by Senator Shelley Moore Capito, who is seeking re-election. This federal election will decide the state's sole U.S. Senate seat up for vote in 2026.
Incumbent: Carol Miller
The 2026 general election for West Virginia's 1st Congressional District will determine the representative to the U.S. House of Representatives. The district includes the northern and eastern panhandles of West Virginia, covering cities such as Wheeling, Morgantown, and Martinsburg.
Incumbent: Alex Mooney
The 2026 general election for West Virginia's 2nd Congressional District will be held on November 3, 2026, to elect the U.S. Representative for the district. This seat is currently held by Republican Alex Mooney, who is running for re-election in a district that includes the eastern and southern portions of the state, including Charleston and the Eastern Panhandle.
Incumbent: Carol Miller
The 2026 general election for West Virginia's 3rd Congressional District will determine who represents the district in the U.S. House of Representatives. The district covers much of southern and western West Virginia, including Huntington, Charleston suburbs, and coal-producing regions. Voters will choose between major party candidates to serve a two-year term in Congress starting January 2027.
The West Virginia gubernatorial general election will be held on November 3, 2026, to elect the next governor of West Virginia. The election is for the state's highest executive office, with candidates from major political parties competing to succeed the current governor. Voters will decide based on policy platforms, leadership experience, and vision for the state's future.
The West Virginia Lieutenant Governor General Election on November 3, 2026, will determine the next individual to hold the state's second-highest executive office. The lieutenant governor serves as president of the West Virginia Senate and succeeds the governor in case of vacancy, making this a significant statewide race.
Incumbent: Patrick Morrisey
The West Virginia Attorney General General Election on November 3, 2026, will determine who serves as the state's chief legal officer and head of the Department of Justice. The incumbent Attorney General is running for re-election, facing challengers from the major political parties in a contest that will shape West Virginia's legal enforcement and policy direction.
Incumbent: Mac Warner
The West Virginia Secretary of State General Election on November 3, 2026, will determine the state's chief elections officer and head of the Secretary of State's office. The office oversees elections, business filings, and administrative services for the state government.
Incumbent: Chandler Swope
The West Virginia State Senate Elections on November 3, 2026, will determine the composition of the state's upper legislative chamber. All 17 odd-numbered Senate districts are up for election, with senators serving four-year terms. The outcome will influence state policy on budget, education, healthcare, and energy.
Incumbent: Danielle Walker
The 2026 West Virginia House of Delegates general election will be held on November 3, 2026, to elect all 100 members of the state's lower legislative chamber. Delegates serve two-year terms and represent single-member districts across West Virginia, with elections occurring in even-numbered years.
The 2026 West Virginia County Commissioner elections will be held on November 3, 2026, to elect county commissioners across West Virginia's 55 counties. These partisan races determine local governance, including budget oversight, infrastructure management, and public services administration.
The West Virginia County Board of Education Elections on November 3, 2026, will determine local school board members across the state's 55 counties. These nonpartisan elections oversee public school district policies, budgets, and superintendent appointments.
Incumbent: Amy Goodwin
The Charleston Mayoral Election on May 11, 2027, will determine the next mayor of Charleston, West Virginia, the state's capital and largest city. The office oversees municipal operations, public safety, budgeting, and local infrastructure. This is a nonpartisan municipal election, though candidates may affiliate with political parties.
Incumbent: Amy Shuler Goodwin
The Charleston City Council Elections on May 11, 2027, will determine the members of the city council for Charleston, West Virginia. Voters will elect council members from various wards or districts to serve four-year terms, responsible for local legislation, budget approval, and oversight of city services.
Incumbent: Steve Williams
The Huntington Mayoral Election on May 11, 2027, will determine the next mayor of Huntington, West Virginia. The mayor serves as the chief executive of the city, overseeing municipal operations, public safety, and local policy implementation.
Incumbent: James Thomas
The Huntington City Council Elections in West West, scheduled for May 11, 2027, will determine the composition of the city's legislative body responsible for local ordinances, budget approval, and municipal services. Voters will elect council members from various wards or at-large positions, depending on the city's electoral structure.
The Morgantown Mayoral Election on May 11, 2027, will determine the next mayor of Morgantown, West Virginia. The mayor serves as the chief executive of the city government, overseeing municipal operations, public safety, and local policy initiatives.
The Morgantown City Council Elections on May 11, 2027, will determine the composition of the city's governing body, with multiple seats up for election across the city's wards. Voters in Morgantown, West Virginia, will elect council members responsible for local ordinances, budget approval, and municipal services.
The Parkersburg Mayoral Election on May 11, 2027, will determine the next mayor of the city of Parkersburg, West Virginia. The mayor serves as the chief executive officer of the city, responsible for overseeing municipal operations, implementing city council policies, managing the city budget, and representing Parkersburg in regional and state affairs.
The Parkersburg City Council Elections on May 11, 2027, will determine the composition of the city's governing body in Wood County, West Virginia. Multiple council seats are up for election, including single-member district positions and potentially at-large seats, with candidates competing to represent residents on local ordinances, budgeting, and municipal services.
Incumbent: Glenn Elliott
The Wheeling Mayoral Election on May 11, 2027, will determine the next mayor of Wheeling, West Virginia. The mayor serves as the chief executive officer of the city, overseeing municipal operations, budget, and policy implementation.
Wheeling City Council elections will be held on May 11, 2027, to elect council members for the City of Wheeling in West Virginia. The election determines representation across multiple wards, with each ward electing one council member to serve a four-year term on the municipal legislative body responsible for local ordinances, budget approval, and city services.
The Charleston City Board of Education Elections on May 11, 2027, will determine the composition of the governing body overseeing public schools in Charleston, West Virginia. Voters will elect members to the board responsible for setting educational policies, approving budgets, and supervising the superintendent of schools.
The Huntington City Board of Education elections in West Virginia will be held on May 11, 2027, to select members for the city's school board. These nonpartisan elections determine leadership for the Huntington public school district, overseeing educational policy, budget approval, and superintendent appointments for schools serving students in Huntington, WV.