Virginia Primary Race Preview | Charlottesville News

Virginia’s primary elections are live today, delayed slightly this year, with polls open at 6 AM. Voters can choose either party’s ballot regardless of affiliation in this open-primary state. The big showdown is in the Fifth Congressional District — the only federal race with a real primary battle: Democratic frontrunner Tom Perriello faces Republican incumbent John McGuire, who’s backed by Trump. Meanwhile, the Senate race is a Republican scramble for Warner’s seat, with three candidates competing to challenge Senator Mark Warner, who’s running unopposed and may retire after 15 years. Maps remain unchanged from 2021, and college students in Charlottesville can vote using their campus address. With ballots being cast now, the stage is set for November’s general election — shaping what voters will face come fall. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/4d8e7b2d9cf7c0b5