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Trenton Barnhart
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CHALLENGER
Biography
Trenton Barnhart is a Republican who has served in the West Virginia Legislature since 2019. A lifelong West Virginian from St. Marys, he was appointed to the West Virginia House of Delegates in 2019 and later to the West Virginia State Senate in January 2026, representing District 3. He holds a B.A. and M.B.A. from the University of Charleston and works as a banker.
Top Priorities
- Promoting economic development and job opportunities to retain population
- Supporting law enforcement, firefighters, and EMS for public safety
- Investing in infrastructure, including roads, bridges, and broadband