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Election Date: Nov 3, 2026Filing Deadline: Aug 5, 2026
Election Details
- Office level: federal
- Length of term: 6 years
- Commitment level: Full Time
- Affiliation: partisan
- Typical salary: n/a
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: Jul 11, 2026 - Aug 5, 2026
- Positions: Vice President of the United StatesDistrict of Columbia Council - At LargeDistrict of Columbia Attorney GeneralPresident of the United StatesDistrict of Columbia Council Chairman...
Job description
U.S. Shadow Senators lack a congressional vote and are held by elected or appointed officials from the District of Columbia. They are not seated in either chamber of Congress, but they seek for Washington D.C. to gain congressional voting rights.
Eligibility requirements
Senator must be at least thirty years, have been a citizen of the United States for nine years, and must be an inhabitant of the State in which they are running.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: DC Board of Elections, 1015 Half Street, SE, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20003
Filing phone number: 202-727-2525
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the DC Board of Elections ' office.
Filing requirements: Filing fee is $0; signature requirement of 2,000, or 1% of registered voters in the same party as the candidate, whichever is less (primary); 3,000, or 1.5% of registered voters, whichever is less (general)
FAQ
How often is U.S. Senator (Shadow) elected?
The position of U.S. Senator (Shadow) is typically elected every 6 years.
What does it mean for an election to be partisan?
Partisan elections require candidates to declare a party affiliation, like Democrat, Republican, Libertarian, or Independent.
What are the filing requirements to get on the ballot in District of Columbia?
Filing fee is $0; signature requirement of 2,000, or 1% of registered voters in the same party as the candidate, whichever is less (primary); 3,000, or 1.5% of registered voters, whichever is less (general)
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the DC Board of Elections ' office.
Where is the filing office?
DC Board of Elections, 1015 Half Street, SE, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20003.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 202-727-2525.
How do I get started running for U.S. Senator (Shadow)?
You can start running for U.S. Senator (Shadow) by checking to ensure you meet all filing deadlines and requirements. Next, you can prepare to file for office and start planning your campaign strategy. Get in touch with our team of campaign experts for help with any step of the campaign process!
Is there a primary or runoff election for this office?
The next election for U.S. Senator (Shadow) does not include a primary or runoff election.
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