Coverage dated November 5, 2026 to November 6, 2026

Update: Wittman, Perriello concede congressional races

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On Thursday, the Associated Press officially called the results for Virginia's 1st and 5th Congressional Districts, declaring Shannon Taylor and John McGuire the winners.

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Richmond Times-Dispatch
Update: Wittman, Perriello concede congressional races (opens Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Published Nov 5, 2026
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On Thursday, the Associated Press officially called the results for Virginia's 1st and 5th Congressional Districts, declaring Shannon Taylor and John McGuire the winners.
The Daily Signal
Wittman, Perriello Issue Concessions in Congressional Races (opens The Daily Signal)
Published Nov 6, 2026
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Two of Virginia’s congressional elections were so close on election night that the trailing candidates chose not to issue concessions. Rep. Rob Wittman, the Republican who represents the 1st District, narrowly trailed Shannon Taylor.