Incumbents Secure Reelection in Virginia and Kentucky House Races
Republican representatives Morgan Griffith and Hal Rogers and Democrat Morgan McGarvey won reelection to the U.S. House in Virginia and Kentucky.
Incumbent representatives in Virginia and Kentucky secured reelection to the U.S. House of Representatives during the November 2026 elections. In Virginia's 9th Congressional District, Morgan Griffith defeated Democratic challenger Joy Powers. Griffith credited grassroots supporters from Southwest Virginia for the victory and announced plans to expand telehealth access for clinical trials to benefit rural residents.
In Kentucky, Democratic Representative Morgan McGarvey won reelection in the 3rd Congressional District, defeating Republican Maria Teresa Rodriguez with approximately 73.4% of the vote. McGarvey cited his record of securing $245 million in federal grants for Louisville and pledged to focus on lowering health care costs and supporting public education.
Republican Representative Hal Rogers won reelection to Kentucky's 5th Congressional District, defeating Democrat Ned Pillersdorf with over 70% of the vote. The victory marks Rogers' 24th term representing the Appalachian region of Southern and Eastern Kentucky. As the longest-serving member of Congress, Rogers stated he will continue to advocate for conservative values and the development of the region.
