2026 ELECTION
General
- Tuesday, November 3. Polls open 6:00 am – 7:00 pm. Last day to drop off or postmark an absentee ballot.
- US Senator (1) (6-year term)
- US Representative (2-year term)
Congressional District 1 (US House of Representatives)

Democratic candidates (as of 12/10/25)
Elizabeth Dempsey Beggs, corporate executive

Salaam Bhatti, public interest lawyer

Attended June 18 meeting.

Ericka Kopp, attorney

Andrew Lucchetti, attorney

Shannon Taylor, Commonwealth’s Attorney

Melvin Tull, business lawyer

Events re: CD1 race (as of 12/18/25)
Ericka Kopp Democracy Town Hall, Saturday, December 20, 3:00 – 5:00 pm
There will be a time for listening, sharing, and reflecting on our democracy demands for 2026. The event will be held in person, via Zoom, and recorded.

Speed Dating with Congressional candidates, Thursday, January 15 at 7:00 pm
Historic Triangle Dems are holding this event at their first meeting of 2026. Attend in person or watch a vid at your convenience.


