Joy Powers Wins Democratic Primary for Virginia's 9th District

Joy Powers won the Democratic primary for the U.S. House of Representatives in Virginia's 9th Congressional District on August 5, 2026. She secured the nomination by defeating fellow Democratic candidates Adam Murphy and Douglas Crockett.

Following her victory, Powers announced a campaign strategy tailored to the predominantly Republican district. She intends to prioritize local deliverables over strict Democratic principles to better compete against the Republican incumbent, Morgan Griffith, in the November general election.

Both defeated candidates expressed their support for the nominee. Adam Murphy and Douglas Crockett issued statements wishing Powers success in her effort to defeat Griffith.