The 2026 United States Shadow Representative election in the District of Columbia will take place on November 3, 2026, to elect a shadow member to the United States House of Representatives to represent the District of Columbia. Unlike its non-voting delegate, the shadow representative is only recognized by the district and is not officially sworn or seated. The primary election will be held on June 16. Incumbent Shadow Representative Oye Owolewa is retiring.
Democratic primary Candidates Nominee Franklin Garcia, former shadow representative (2015–2021) and candidate for council in 2020
Declined Oye Owolewa, incumbent shadow representative (running for D.C. Council)
Results
Republican primary Candidates Nominee Ciprian Ivanof, nominee in 2024
Results
Statehood Green primary Results
General election Results
References