VA-02 Democratic nominee?
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Overview
Current roleHospital physician
PartyDemocratic
Political ideologyProgressive Democrat
LocationVirginia
BackgroundHospital physician
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Notable personal detailsNila Devanath is a Democratic candidate for the U.S. House in Virginia’s 2nd Congressional District in the 2026 cycle. She is a hospital physician and has also worked as an attorney. She is running on a platform that emphasizes lowering costs and protecting access to health care in Hampton Roads.
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Healthcare
Supports expanding Medicaid, increasing access to primary care, mental health services, and substance abuse recovery, and advancing community-based initiatives to reduce disparities and lower costs.
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Nila Devanath is mentioned in the context of a special election in Northern Virginia to fill two open Virginia General Assembly seats. The election, prompted by appointments made by Governor-elect Abigail Spanberger, has voters in Districts 11 and 23 choosing among candidates from both major parties. This contest is part of several special elections taking place in Virginia this month.
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Latest report: Cycle 20262026
LatestCycle 2026
Source: FEC
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