Mark Warner — Democrat Candidate for U.S. Senate in Virginia, 2026

Senator Mark Warner supports comprehensive immigration reform, having voted for bipartisan legislation to strengthen border security and offer a path to citizenship. He advocates for reforms to help skilled immigrants remain in the U.S. to boost the economy. Warner also states he will not support Department of Homeland Security funding without reforms to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), citing concerns about the agency's operations and potential for voter intimidation.

“I’ve been very clear in my statements: I can’t support additional DHS funding if we don’t get a reform package in place. And I think that is the will of the absolute vast majority of American people,” Warner said (WVVA.com, January 29, 2026).”

Senator Mark Warner supports universal healthcare coverage and reforms aimed at lowering costs and improving access. He helped write the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and seeks bipartisan improvements to it, opposing efforts to undermine it, such as blocking a Trump administration rule that would raise ACA costs. He has championed legislation expanding telehealth, lowering drug costs, and protecting rural health services, and voted to extend health care tax credits.

“We need universal healthcare coverage and a complete overhaul of affordable housing and childcare. We need a vision to chart a new path and effective leadership to get it done, that’s why I’m running for reelection the United States Senate." — Mark Warner, December 2, 2025 (WTOP News)”

Senator Mark Warner opposes reductions in funding for Chesapeake Bay restoration, emphasizing the need to preserve the Bay and support local commercial fisheries. He also supports clean energy projects, specifically the Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind Project, and seeks to protect this industry from political interference. Additionally, Senator Warner voted against legislation that would have prohibited EPA rules on vehicle emissions standards.

““Today’s ruling is a victory for Virginians, who otherwise would face increased energy costs as a result of the Trump Administration’s shortsighted opposition to clean energy. We will continue to work to protect this critical and growing industry and to ensure clean energy projects that have met every legal and regulatory requirement can move forward without undue political interference.” — Sen. Mark R. Warner, Press Release, January 23, 2026”

Mark Warner supports abortion rights and reproductive healthcare, advocating for legislative protections. He has cosponsored and voted to advance the Women's Health Protection Act to codify reproductive rights into law, aiming to ensure decisions about pregnancy remain between a woman and her doctor. He also supported the Right to IVF Act and the Right to Contraception Act, both of which faced opposition.

““In the three years since Roe v. Wade was overturned, we’ve seen the consequences unfold in real time: women denied lifesaving care, doctors forced to navigate confusing and dangerous legal gray areas, and families left to deal with the fallout. Decisions about pregnancy should be made between a woman and her doctor, not by politicians,” said Sen. Warner. “This bill would once and for all restore the constitutional right to abortion, permanently making it safe and legal nationwide.” - Sen. Warner, June 2025”

Senator Mark Warner supports providing tools to Ukraine to defend its sovereignty and democratic values against Russian aggression, emphasizing a stronger NATO. He applauded congressional passage of legislation funding defense and security programs for Fiscal Year 2026. As Vice Chairman of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, he co-passed the Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 and highlights protecting elections from foreign influence and cyber threats.

“Four years ago, Vladimir Putin launched his brutal and unprovoked invasion of Ukraine, expecting a swift victory. Instead, he has been met with the extraordinary courage and resilience of the Ukrainian people, who continue to defend their country, and the cause of democracy, against overwhelming odds. And, as allies and partners united in support of the Ukrainian people, Putin has been met with what he fears most: a NATO that is stronger than ever. — U.S. Sen. Mark R. Warner, Feb 24 2026”

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Mark Warner co-sponsored S.Con.Res.25 in the 119th Congress (2025-2026). This resolution recognizes the 15th anniversary of the Tucson, Arizona, shooting and honors gun violence survivors and victims. It specifically references former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords as an influential voice in the fight to end gun violence, indicating Warner's support for legislative efforts aimed at addressing gun violence.