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Berkeley County, West Virginia

West Virginia House District 91

See where Michaels and Clagett stand on schools and jobs. Names follow official Berkeley County election filings.

About this race

David Michaels (Democrat), Chris Clagett (Republican) are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for West Virginia House District 91. The Legislature's member roster marks no incumbent seeking this seat. Party nominees were chosen at the May 12, 2026 primary, per the West Virginia Secretary of State's certified general-election candidate list.

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West Virginia › Berkeley County › West Virginia House District 91

David Michaels

Democrat

Top priorities

From the campaign site

  • Strengthening our economy
  • Protecting our families
  • Investing in education
Biography

Grew up in Berkeley Springs and earned his degree from Liberty University, per the campaign site. Built and operated a small business in District 91, per the campaign site. David Michaels is on the November 3, 2026 ballot for West Virginia House District 91 on the Secretary of State's certified general-election candidate list.

Chris Clagett

Republican

Top priorities

From the campaign site

  • Encouraging small business growth
  • Improving the quality of public schools
  • Prioritizing medical freedom and safety
Biography

Chris is a US Navy officer with a history of public service, per the campaign site. He is running as the Republican candidate for the West Virginia House of Delegates, District 91, per the campaign site.

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Questions about this race

Who is running for West Virginia House District 91 in 2026?

2 candidates are tracked for West Virginia House District 91 on the November 3, 2026 ballot: David Michaels and Chris Clagett. Candidate information follows official Berkeley County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below. See where they stand on schools and jobs.

When is the West Virginia House District 91 election in West Virginia?

Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Registration deadlines, early voting dates and mail ballot rules for West Virginia are on the West Virginia election hub at theballotbrief.com.

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Candidate roster from official Berkeley County and state election office filings, last verified October 16, 2026. Bios and priorities carry their attribution inline.

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Candidate profiles
David Michaels, full profileChris Clagett, full profileOfficial West Virginia election office