Summary
Elaine Luria, a Democrat from Virginia and former U.S. Representative, announced her plans to run again for Congress after helping investigate the Jan. 6 Capitol incident. She aims to challenge Republican Rep. Jennifer Kiggans, who defeated her previously, in Virginia's 2nd Congressional District. Luria, who is also a military veteran, wants to improve economic opportunities and holds firm on her decision to investigate President Trump’s actions during the Capitol riots.
Key Facts
- Elaine Luria is a Democrat and former U.S. Representative from Virginia.
- She helped investigate the Jan. 6 Capitol incident after Trump’s first term.
- Luria is running for Congress again in Virginia’s 2nd Congressional District.
- The district is racially diverse and has a significant military population.
- She was defeated in 2022 by Republican Jennifer Kiggans, also a military veteran.
- Luria emphasizes improving economic opportunities and accountability for the Jan. 6 incident.
- Her run reflects a larger effort among Democrats to influence the 2026 midterm elections.
