Virginia Republican Senate nominee?
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AUG 5, 2026Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current roleAttorney
PartyRepublican
Political ideologyConservative Republican
GenderMale
LocationVirginia
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BackgroundAttorney
Notable personal detailsC. L. “Chuck” Smith, Jr. is a Republican candidate for the U.S. Senate from Virginia and has filed with the Federal Election Commission for the 2026 cycle. He has described himself publicly as a former U.S. Marine and a retired U.S. Navy JAG commander, and he is a longtime attorney based in Virginia Beach. He has also been active in party politics, including serving as chairman of the Republican Party of Virginia Beach (2006–2008).
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Positions
Economy & Taxes
Opposes higher taxes and redistribution through tax policy and argues against allowing major tax increases; favors keeping tax cuts in place rather than letting them expire. The candidate frames taxation as harmful to economic growth and as a disincentive to success.
Immigration & Border
Supports stronger enforcement of existing immigration laws and backstops at the border, and has voiced support for building former President Trump’s border wall. Emphasizes law enforcement-focused solutions rather than creating new immigration legislation.
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Abortion & Reproductive Rights
Supports a pro-life position, saying life begins at conception and advocating protection of life from conception; opposes abortion with no exceptions.
Climate & Energy
The candidate emphasizes cutting regulations and ‘‘unleashing’’ the economy, framing regulatory reduction and prioritizing jobs and economic growth as core priorities. The campaign messaging centers on opposing what it calls ‘‘job‑killing regulations’’ and on putting economic growth and energy/jobs protection ahead of regulatory action.
Public Safety & Guns
The candidate strongly disagrees that more restrictive gun control is needed to protect public safety, indicating opposition to new gun restrictions and a pro-gun rights stance. He also expresses support for tough criminal-justice measures such as mandatory minimums and the death penalty.
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