Virginia's 5th Congressional District, 2026

Incumbent running

John McGuire (R) vs. Tom Perriello (D): Virginia's 5th District election is on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, part of the 2026 midterm elections.

John McGuire, Republican candidate for U.S. House in Virginia
John McGuire
Republican
Incumbent · U.S. Representative, VA-5, since 2025Voting record →
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Tom Perriello
Democratic
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Seat held by
(R) John McGuire, since 2025
Election day
Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026
Term
Jan 3, 2027 – Jan 3, 2029

Who is running for Virginia's 5th Congressional District?

John McGuire (R) vs. Tom Perriello (D)

Who holds this seat now?

(R) John McGuire, since 2025

When is the election?

Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026

This race is for Virginia's 5th Congressional District (VA-5, District 5). Find your district on the district map.

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