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The 20-year Navy veteran and former member of Congress secures the VA-02 Democratic nomination, setting up a November rematch with Rep. Jen Kiggans in one of the country's top DCCC Red to Blue races
WASHINGTON, D.C. (August 4, 2026) — New Politics endorsed candidate Elaine Luria has secured the Democratic nomination for Virginia's 2nd Congressional District. Luria, a 20-year Navy veteran who served as a nuclear-trained Surface Warfare Officer and former member of Congress, will now take on Republican Rep. Jen Kiggans in November in a rematch of their close 2022 race. Luria is part of the DCCC's Red to Blue program this cycle, in a race that Democrats see as critical to retaking the House.
Emily Cherniack, Founder and Executive Director of New Politics, released the following statement:
“Whether navigating nuclear-powered warships or navigating the halls of Congress, Elaine has proven she puts people before party and gets results. Coastal Virginians know she'll fight for them with the same integrity and service that have defined her entire career. New Politics stands with her as she looks to reclaim this seat in November.”
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