West Virginia · 2026 Midterms

What's on your West Virginia ballot

A clear, nonpartisan rundown of the candidates and races West Virginia voters will decide in the 2026 midterms, with where each candidate stands and how competitive the race is.

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U.S. Senate, West Virginia

Capito vs AndersonProjected winner

Incumbent seeking a third term. Cook Political Report: Solid Republican.

Shelley Moore Capito Republican

U.S. Senator since 2015

93%est. chance of winning · Cook: Solid R
  • EconomySupports energy industry, deregulation, infrastructure investment
  • EnergyStrong backer of coal and natural gas
  • GovernmentSenior Senate Republican
  • HealthcareHas worked on rural healthcare and opioid response
versus
Rachel Fetty Anderson Democrat

Former Morgantown city councilmember

7%est. chance of winning · Cook: Solid R
  • EconomyFocus on working families and local economic development
  • HealthcareSupports expanding access
  • GovernmentLocal-government background

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