State Sen. Bryce Reeves has dropped his bid for the Republican nomination for the U.S. Senate in 2026, citing a “serious family health matter.” His withdrawal leaves Republicans with no well-known candidate to face Democratic incumbent Mark Warner.
Reeves’ surprise announcement, which came in a Sunday morning post on social media, leaves Republicans with three essentially unknown candidates: Kim Farrington of Fairfax County, a former federal government employee who later founded a financial management and cybersecurity firm; Aldous Mina, a Norfolk-based economic development consultant; and Daniel Williams, a former U.S. State Department and CIA official from Williamsburg.
In his post, Reeves said he plans to seek reelection to his state Senate seat in 2027:
“Today, after prayerful reflection and conversations with my family, I am withdrawing from the U.S. Senate race. A serious family health matter and the realities of timing require my full attention at home. My faith and my family come first. I remain fully committed to serving the citizens of Virginia’s 28th Senatorial District and look forward to seeking re-election to my Senate seat in 2027. My work continues in the General Assembly to protect our AAA bond rating, strengthen our economy, and ensure Virginia remains the best place in America for our military and veterans. This past election was devastating for Republicans across our Commonwealth. We must stop the infighting, regroup, and unite behind principled leadership worthy of our cause. I am grateful to every supporter and volunteer who stood with us. I am not disappointed, I am prioritizing what comes first. Honor God. Love family. Protect this great country. That remains my mission.”