Primaries Set for Tuesday

Northern Virginians head to the polls on Tuesday, June 12, to vote in Republican primaries for the U.S. Senate race in Virginia and the 11th congressional district; and the Democratic primary for the 8th congressional district.

Republican Primary - Senate

In the Senate Republican Party Primary, voters across the state will choose among , , and . The winner will run against Democrat .

Democratic Primary - Eighth Congressional District

For the 8th congressional district, a Democratic Party Primary ballot pits longtime incumbent  against newcomer . The victor will face Republican in the general election. Independent must gather 1,000 signatures to get onto the November ballot in the 8th District race. The deadline is Tuesday.,

Republican Primary - Eleventh Congressional District

In a Republican Party Primary in the 11th congressional district, voters will choose between and . The winner of the primary will face Democratic Congressman Gerald Connolly. Independent Mark Gibson is also running in the 11th District. He is required to gather 1,000 signatures to get onto the November ballot. The deadline is Tuesday.

No Primary in Tenth Congressional District

Republican Congressman Frank Wolf, who has represented Northern Virginia's 10th District since 1981, has no opposition from fellow Republicans. He will face Democrat Kristin Cabral in the general election, as possibly J. Kevin Chisholm, who is reportedly gathering signatures for a run as an independent candidate.

Congressional Boundaries have Shifted

Congressional district boundaries in Virginia have shifted due to population changes noted in the 2010 Census. The 8th district now includes less of the Lorton area and less of the McLean area, but added some areas near Reston. The 10th district no longer represents areas north of Warrenton to Front Royal, but added some areas around Oakton and Burke. The 11th district no longer represents areas near Mount Vernon, Lorton and west of Burke, but added parts of Reston and Centreville.

Here are links to maps from the Virginia Public Access Project (VPAP) showing the new and old maps:

8th Congressional District Map

10th Congressional District Map

11th Congressional District Map

Some voting locations have also changed. If you're unsure where to go to vote, you can plug in your address on the State Board of Elections website.

FAQ

Q: Where do I vote?

A: Find your polling place at the State Board of Elections.

Q: Am I registered to vote?

A. Find out at the State Board of Elections.

Q: If my precinct is holding both a Republican and a Democratic primary, may I vote in both?

A: No

Q: What time are the polls open?

A. The hours are 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.

For more information about the primaries on Tuesday, visit the Fairfax County Office of Elections.