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Video: Sen. Mark Warner Launches Reelection Campaign “to continue his fight to lower costs and prepare Virginia for the economy of the future”

“America has never been afraid of the future, and we don’t need to start now."

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In politics, you should never take anything for granted, but obviously Sen. Mark Warner is the overwhelming favorite for the Democratic nomination in 2026, and also to be reelected next November over whichever right-wing extremist (e.g., Bryce “Taking Dems to the Train Station” Reeves) the Republicans nominate.

WATCH: Mark Warner Launches Reelection Campaign

Virginia’s senior Senator and top Democrat on the Senate Intelligence Committee seeks reelection to continue his fight to lower costs and prepare Virginia for the economy of the future

Alexandria, VA — Today, Mark Warner announced his campaign for reelection to the United States Senate.

In a launch video, Warner details his agenda for his next term in office: confronting the dramatic changes coming to our economy with the rapid growth of AI while continuing his fight to lower costs and expand access to health care.

“If you think we’ve seen massive technological innovations in the last two decades, just wait until you see what’s coming next,” said Warner. “America has never been afraid of the future, and we don’t need to start now. These challenges also present a massive opportunity. Instead of being paralyzed by fear – or worse, making futile attempts to turn back the clock – we can make sure that innovation helps everyone get a fair shot at the American Dream.”

“That starts by building an economy that rewards work, not just wealth.”

Warner has a unique resume to tackle the challenges facing Virginia and our country next: As a tech entrepreneur, he cofounded Nextel, which became a top telecommunications company. As Governor, he worked with a legislature where Republicans held a two-to-one majority to turn a record budget shortfall into a surplus, earning Virginia national recognition as the “Best Managed State” and the “Best State for Business.” In the Senate, Warner has been a prolific lawmaker, writing and sponsoring 85 bills that have been signed into law by both Democratic and Republican presidents.

Voters can learn more about Warner’s record of delivering for Virginia and his plan for his next term in the Senate at MarkWarnerVA.com/Plan

 

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So…just about everybody is endorsing Mark Warner for reelection, unsurprisingly.

Virginia Democrats Rally Behind Warner

Every statewide elected official, entire Virginia Democratic congressional delegation, and 80 state legislators endorse Warner for reelection

Alexandria, VA —Today, Senator Tim Kaine, Governor-elect Abigail Spanberger, Lt. Governor-elect Ghazala Hashmi, Attorney General-elect Jay Jones, Rep. Bobby Scott, Rep. Jennifer McClellan, Rep. Eugene Vindman, Rep. Don Beyer, Rep. Suhas Subramanyam, Rep. James Walkinshaw, 18 members of the Virginia Senate, and 62 members and members-elect of the Virginia House of Delegates endorsed Senator Mark Warner for reelection.

The early endorsements underscore broad support for Warner’s record of delivering for Virginians and unprecedented unity from Virginia Democrats just hours after Warner formally announced his reelection campaign.

“I am proud to support Mark Warner’s reelection campaign for the U.S. Senate. From our time working together in Congress to our time together on the campaign trail, I know firsthand Mark’s commitment to lowering costs, expanding access to health care, and strengthening Virginia’s economy. Virginia needs his effective, bipartisan leadership in the Senate now more than ever,” said Governor-elect Abigail Spanberger.

“While Donald Trump and congressional Republicans play politics with Virginians’ livelihoods, Mark Warner is fighting for us in Washington. He’s a proven leader pushing back against policies that raise costs, rip Virginians off their health care, and hurt our workers. I look forward to continuing to work with him to create opportunities for all Virginia families to thrive,” said Lt. Governor-elect Ghazala Hashmi.

“Mark Warner shows up for Virginia — every single day. As our Senator, he’s been on the front lines bringing down costs, protecting health care, and building a family-first economy. And as Republicans attack our freedoms and our pocketbooks, Senator Warner hasn’t flinched. He’s stood up, stepped up, and fought for this Commonwealth. I’m proud to stand with him and endorse his reelection to the United States Senate,” said Virginia House of Delegates Speaker Don Scott.

“I’ve worked with Mark throughout our careers towards our common goal: Making Virginia the place to raise a family, get an education, or start a business. During this chaotic time for Virginia and our country — with our economy and critical freedoms under threat— we’ve never needed Mark’s integrity, vision and leadership more than we do now. Let’s get to work to reelect Mark Warner,” said Senator Tim Kaine.

“I am proud to work alongside Mark Warner as we fight to lower costs, bring accountability to Washington, and make our communities safer and stronger. There is so much work to be done to help Virginians minimize the impact of the Trump administration’s chaos and we have a strong advocate in Senator Warner,” said Congressman Bobby Scott (VA-03).

The full list of Virginia lawmakers endorsing Mark Warner includes: Senator Tim Kaine, Governor-elect Abigail Spanberger, Lt. Governor-elect Ghazala Hashmi, Attorney General-elect Jay Jones, Congressman Bobby Scott (VA-03), Congresswoman Jennifer McClellan (VA-04), Congressman Eugene Vindman (VA-07), Congressman Don Beyer (VA-08), Congressman Suhas Subramanyam (VA-10), Congressman James Walkinshaw (VA-11),  Senate Majority Leader Scott Surovell (SD-34), L. Louise Lucas, Senate President Pro Tempore (SD-18), Mamie Locke, Senate Democratic Caucus Chair (SD-23), Adam Ebbin, Senate Democratic Caucus Vice Chair (SD-39), Creigh Deeds (SD-11), Lashrecse Aird (SD-13), Schuyler VanValkenburg (SD-16), Angelia Williams Graves (SD-21), Aaron Rouse (SD-22), Jeremy McPike (SD-29), Russet Perry (SD-31), Kannan Srinivasan (SD-32), Jennifer Carroll Foy (SD-33), David Marsden (SD-35), Stella Pekarsky (SD-36), Saddam Azlan Salim (SD-37), Jennifer Boysko (SD-38),  Barbara Favola (SD-40), Speaker Don Scott (HD-88), Charniele Herring, Majority Leader (HD-4), Kathy Tran, Majority Caucus Chair (HD-18), Dan Helmer, Campaigns Chair (HD-10), Patrick Hope (HD-1), Adele McClure (HD-2), Alfonso Lopez (HD-3), Elizabeth Bennett-Parker (HD-5), Rip Sullivan (HD-6), Karen Keys-Gamarra (HD-7), Irene Shin (HD-8), Karrie Delaney (HD-9), David Bulova (HD-11), Holly Seibold (HD-12), Marcus Simon (HD-13), Vivian Watts (HD-14), Laura Jane Cohen (HD-15), Paul Krizek (HD-16), Mark Sickles (HD-17), Rozia Henson (HD-19), Michelle Maldonado (HD-20), Josh Thomas (HD-21), Elizabeth Guzman (HD-22), Candi King (HD-23), Luke Torian (HD-24), Briana Sewell (HD-25), JJ Singh (HD-26), Atoosa Reaser (HD-27), David Reid (HD-28), Marty Martinez (HD-29), John McAuliff (HD-30), Lily Franklin (HD-41), Katrina Callsen (HD-54), Amy Laufer (HD-55), May Nivar (HD-57), Rodney Willett (HD-58), Stacey Annie Carroll (HD-64), Joshua Cole (HD-65), Nicole Cole (HD-66), Mark Downey (HD-69), Shelly Simonds (HD-70), Jessica Anderson (HD-71), Leslie Mehta (HD-73), Lindsey Dougherty (HD-75), Debra Gardner (HD-76), Mike Jones (HD-77), Betsy Carr (HD-78), Rae Cousins (HD-79), Destiny LeVere Bolling (HD-80), Delores McQuinn (HD-81), Kimberly Pope Adams (HD-82), Nadarius Clark (HD-84), Virgil Thronton Sr. (HD-86), Jeion Ward (HD-87), Kacey Carnegie (HD-89), Cliff Hayes (HD-91), Bonita Anthony (HD-92), Jackie Glass (HD-93), Phil Hernandez (HD-94), Alex Askew (HD-95), Kelly Fowler (HD-96), Michael Feggans (HD-97).

In case you missed it, Senator Warner announced his campaign for reelection this morning. Warner is running to continue his fight to lower costs and prepare Virginia for the economy of the future.

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250+ Mayors, School Board Members, County Executives, and Local Elected Officials Endorse Mark Warner for Reelection

Alexandria, VA — Today, Mark Warner is proud to receive the endorsements of 250+ elected Democrats from all corners of Virginia. This comes just one day after every elected statewide Democrat, every Democrat in Virginia’s Congressional delegation, and 80 Virginia lawmakers endorsed Warner’s reelection campaign.

“Mark Warner has spent decades working on behalf of all Virginians – bringing down the cost of health care by capping insulin at $35, delivering record investments to fix our roads and bridges, expanding broadband to every corner of the Commonwealth, and championing high-tech domestic manufacturing jobs,” said Zack Golden, Campaign Manager for Mark Warner for Virginia. “His record speaks for itself – and it’s why so many leaders in Virginia are united in their support for Senator Warner’s reelection.”

Voters can see the full list of Virginia elected officials endorsing Mark Warner’s campaign at: MarkWarnerVa.com/Endorsements/

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