2026 Elections · Virginia

Virginia's 10th Congressional District Candidates 2026

See every declared 2026 U.S. House candidate running in this Virginia congressional district, with FEC campaign finance and where they stand on the issues.

Source:FECUpdated Oct 19, 2026Report a correction

Who is running in Virginia's 10th Congressional District in 2026?

Suhas Subramanyam (Democratic), David Beckwith (Republican) and Ahsen Mujeeb Malik (Independent).

  • Suhas SubramanyamDemocraticIncumbent✓ Verified
    $1.6M raised
    • Official FEC
    • Positions sourced
    See Suhas Subramanyam's sponsored bills →
  • David BeckwithRepublican✓ Verified
    $231K raised
    • Official FEC
    • Positions sourced
  • Ahsen Mujeeb MalikIndependent✓ Verified
    • Positions sourced

Where they stand

Sources under every entry. Sentences are AI-written from the linked source.

Where they differ: Suhas Subramanyam supports protecting federal civil servant jobs and investing in infrastructure to grow the economy, and he backs common sense gun safety laws including waiting periods and assault weapon bans 110. David Beckwith supports keeping taxes low and cutting regulations to lower costs, and he is a staunch supporter of law enforcement and firm justice prioritizing victims' rights 312. Ahsen Mujeeb Malik advocates for a balanced federal budget to reduce inflation and supports a compromise approach to abortion, pro-choice in the first trimester and pro-life later except to save the mother's life 415.
AI-written comparison of the sourced entries below. Generated Oct 17, 2026.

Where the candidates stand, by issue
IssueSuhas SubramanyamDemocraticDavid BeckwithRepublicanAhsen Mujeeb MalikIndependent
Economy & Jobs

Subramanyam supports protecting federal civil servant and contractor jobs, investing in infrastructure, and strengthening the middle class to grow the economy and create jobs.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 12, 2026AI-written

Subramanyam votes yea on technology use in regulation, TRIA reauthorization, and financial exploitation prevention, but nay on Main Street Capital Access, privacy in purchases, and KIDS Act.

Official recordSource ↗Verified Oct 15, 2026AI-written

Beckwith supports keeping taxes low, cutting burdensome regulations, and pursuing an all-of-the-above energy strategy to lower costs for families and small businesses.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 16, 2026AI-written

Malik advocates for a balanced federal budget to reduce inflation long term and prevent future cost-of-living crises.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 17, 2026AI-written

Where they differ on Economy & Jobs: Suhas Subramanyam supports protecting federal civil servant and contractor jobs, investing in infrastructure, and strengthening the middle class to grow the economy and create jobs 1. He voted yea on technology use in regulation, TRIA reauthorization, and financial exploitation prevention, but nay on Main Street Capital Access, privacy in purchases, and the KIDS Act 2. David Beckwith supports keeping taxes low, cutting burdensome regulations, and pursuing an all-of-the-above energy strategy to lower costs for families and small businesses 3. Ahsen Mujeeb Malik advocates for a balanced federal budget to reduce inflation long term and prevent future cost-of-living crises 4.
Healthcare

Subramanyam supports lowering healthcare costs, expanding access, increasing transparency in drug pricing, and addressing mental health and long-term care needs.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 12, 2026AI-written

Subramanyam votes yea on EARLY Act reauthorization, rural care improvement, and SUPPORT for Patients, but nay on Do No Harm in Medicaid and lowering health care premiums.

Official recordSource ↗Verified Oct 15, 2026AI-written

Beckwith will fight to ensure every family has access to quality, affordable healthcare without Washington dictating choices or driving up costs.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 16, 2026AI-written

Beckwith supports requiring health care price transparency and expanding health savings accounts.

ReportedSource ↗Verified Oct 8, 2026AI-written

Malik supports universal health coverage through either a state-based Medicaid-for-all or a federally based Medicare-for-all system.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 17, 2026AI-written

Where they differ on Healthcare: Suhas Subramanyam supports lowering healthcare costs, expanding access, increasing transparency in drug pricing, and addressing mental health and long-term care needs 1. He voted yea on the EARLY Act reauthorization, rural care improvement, and SUPPORT for Patients, but voted nay on Do No Harm in Medicaid and lowering health care premiums 2. David Beckwith will fight to ensure every family has access to quality, affordable healthcare without Washington dictating choices or driving up costs 3. He supports requiring health care price transparency and expanding health savings accounts 4.
Immigration

Subramanyam helped build a bipartisan coalition supporting immigration reform during his time as a policy aide on Capitol Hill.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 12, 2026AI-written

Subramanyam votes nay on Secure America Act, DHS support resolution, BOWOW Act, Deporting Fraudsters Act, and Stop Illegal Entry Act, but yea on national emergency resolution.

Official recordSource ↗Verified Oct 15, 2026AI-written

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No public position found. Check their site ↗

Public Safety & Crime

Subramanyam supports common sense gun safety laws including waiting periods and bans on assault weapons to protect communities while respecting responsible gun owners' rights.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 12, 2026AI-written

Subramanyam votes yea on GUARD Act, Prison Staff Safety Enhancement Act, and Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act, but nay on Protecting Privacy in Purchases, Veterans 2nd Amendment Protection, and Cashless Bai…

Official recordSource ↗Verified Oct 15, 2026AI-written

Beckwith is a staunch supporter of law enforcement and believes well-resourced agencies make communities safer.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 16, 2026AI-written

Beckwith supports firm, fair justice that prioritizes victims' rights and removes violent repeat offenders from neighborhoods.

ReportedSource ↗Verified Oct 8, 2026AI-written

No public position found. Check their site ↗

Where they differ on Public Safety & Crime: Suhas Subramanyam supports common sense gun safety laws including waiting periods and bans on assault weapons to protect communities while respecting responsible gun owners' rights 1. He voted yea on the GUARD Act, Prison Staff Safety Enhancement Act, and Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act, but voted nay on Protecting Privacy in Purchases, Veterans 2nd Amendment Protection, and Cashless Bail 2. David Beckwith is a staunch supporter of law enforcement and believes well-resourced agencies make communities safer 3. He supports firm, fair justice that prioritizes victims' rights and removes violent repeat offenders from neighborhoods 4.
Abortion

Subramanyam supports protecting reproductive freedom, including access to affordable reproductive health care and a woman’s bodily autonomy.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 12, 2026AI-written

No public position found. Check their site ↗

Malik supports a compromise approach to abortion, pro-choice in the first trimester and pro-life in the last trimester except when the mother's life is at risk.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 17, 2026AI-written

Where they differ on Abortion: Suhas Subramanyam supports protecting reproductive freedom, including access to affordable reproductive health care and a woman’s bodily autonomy 1. Ahsen Mujeeb Malik supports a compromise approach to abortion, being pro-choice in the first trimester and pro-life in the last trimester except when the mother's life is at risk 2.
Taxes & Government Spending

Subramanyam has fought to bring down drug costs and increase price transparency, and he supports campaign finance reform to reduce corporate influence in politics.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 12, 2026AI-written

Subramanyam votes yea on Tax Relief for Fraud Victims Act and AGOA Extension Act, but nay on budget resolution, continuing appropriations, and multiple appropriations acts.

Official recordSource ↗Verified Oct 15, 2026AI-written

Beckwith believes Washington should not spend more than it takes in and will work to eliminate wasteful spending and combat fraud costing taxpayers up to $521 billion annually.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 16, 2026AI-written

Beckwith supports keeping the $40,000 SALT deduction permanent and indexing capital gains to inflation.

ReportedSource ↗Verified Oct 8, 2026AI-written

No public position found. Check their site ↗

Where they differ on Taxes & Government Spending: Suhas Subramanyam has worked to reduce drug costs and increase price transparency, and he supports campaign finance reform to limit corporate influence in politics 1. He voted in favor of the Tax Relief for Fraud Victims Act and AGOA Extension Act but opposed the budget resolution, continuing appropriations, and several appropriations acts 2. David Beckwith advocates for Washington to avoid spending more than its income and aims to eliminate wasteful spending and fraud that costs taxpayers up to $521 billion annually 3. He supports making the $40,000 SALT deduction permanent and indexing capital gains to inflation 4.
Energy & Environment

Subramanyam believes in addressing the climate emergency by promoting environmental protection, conservation, and renewable energy while creating jobs.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 12, 2026AI-written

Subramanyam votes yea on Diesel Emissions Reduction Act, Northwest Straits Marine Conservation, and American Battlefield Protection, but nay on EPA rule disapproval, Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice, and HEA…

Official recordSource ↗Verified Oct 15, 2026AI-written

Beckwith supports an all-of-the-above energy strategy ending market-distorting subsidies, cutting regulatory red tape, and reinvesting in nuclear power to lower costs and create jobs.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 16, 2026AI-written

Beckwith supports an all-of-the-above energy strategy, including reinvestment in nuclear power.

ReportedSource ↗Verified Oct 8, 2026AI-written

Malik supports a bipartisan climate bill that expands clean energy, reforms permitting, and addresses industrial emissions with a balanced approach to energy transition.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 17, 2026AI-written

Where they differ on Energy & Environment: Suhas Subramanyam supports addressing the climate emergency through environmental protection, conservation, and renewable energy while creating jobs 1. He voted yea on the Diesel Emissions Reduction Act, Northwest Straits Marine Conservation, and American Battlefield Protection, but nay on EPA rule disapproval, Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice, and HEA 2. David Beckwith supports an all-of-the-above energy strategy that ends market-distorting subsidies, cuts regulatory red tape, and reinvests in nuclear power to lower costs and create jobs 34.
Foreign Policy & Defense

Subramanyam worked as a White House technology policy advisor addressing cybersecurity and emerging technology challenges with national security implications.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 12, 2026AI-written

Subramanyam votes yea on resolutions directing removal of US forces from Iran and Lebanon, and on naming a VA clinic, but nay on National Defense Authorization Act and FISA Amendments Act extension.

Official recordSource ↗Verified Oct 15, 2026AI-written

Beckwith supports a fully funded, well-equipped military as a deterrent.

ReportedSource ↗Verified Oct 8, 2026AI-written

Malik supports scaling down the U.S. military footprint, respecting international law, preventing nuclear proliferation, and advocates for a one-state solution with equal rights for Palestinians and Israelis.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 17, 2026AI-written

Where they differ on Foreign Policy & Defense: Suhas Subramanyam worked as a White House technology policy advisor focusing on cybersecurity and emerging technology challenges related to national security 1. He voted yea on resolutions directing removal of US forces from Iran and Lebanon and on naming a VA clinic, but voted nay on the National Defense Authorization Act and the FISA Amendments Act extension 2. David Beckwith supports a fully funded, well-equipped military as a deterrent 3. Ahsen Mujeeb Malik supports scaling down the U.S. military footprint, respecting international law, preventing nuclear proliferation, and advocates for a one-state solution with equal rights for Palestinians and Israelis 4.

Common questions

When is the election?

The general election is on November 3, 2026.

How do the candidates differ on Economy & Jobs?

Suhas Subramanyam supports protecting federal civil servant and contractor jobs, investing in infrastructure, and strengthening the middle class to grow the economy and create jobs. He voted yea on technology use in regulation, TRIA reauthorization, and financial exploitation prevention, but nay on Main Street Capital Access, privacy in purchases, and the KIDS Act. David Beckwith supports keeping taxes low, cutting burdensome regulations, and pursuing an all-of-the-above energy strategy to lower costs for families and small businesses. Ahsen Mujeeb Malik advocates for a balanced federal budget to reduce inflation long term and prevent future cost-of-living crises.

How do the candidates differ on Healthcare?

Suhas Subramanyam supports lowering healthcare costs, expanding access, increasing transparency in drug pricing, and addressing mental health and long-term care needs. He voted yea on the EARLY Act reauthorization, rural care improvement, and SUPPORT for Patients, but voted nay on Do No Harm in Medicaid and lowering health care premiums. David Beckwith will fight to ensure every family has access to quality, affordable healthcare without Washington dictating choices or driving up costs. He supports requiring health care price transparency and expanding health savings accounts.

How do the candidates differ on Public Safety & Crime?

Suhas Subramanyam supports common sense gun safety laws including waiting periods and bans on assault weapons to protect communities while respecting responsible gun owners' rights. He voted yea on the GUARD Act, Prison Staff Safety Enhancement Act, and Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act, but voted nay on Protecting Privacy in Purchases, Veterans 2nd Amendment Protection, and Cashless Bail. David Beckwith is a staunch supporter of law enforcement and believes well-resourced agencies make communities safer. He supports firm, fair justice that prioritizes victims' rights and removes violent repeat offenders from neighborhoods.

How do the candidates differ on Abortion?

Suhas Subramanyam supports protecting reproductive freedom, including access to affordable reproductive health care and a woman’s bodily autonomy. Ahsen Mujeeb Malik supports a compromise approach to abortion, being pro-choice in the first trimester and pro-life in the last trimester except when the mother's life is at risk.

How do the candidates differ on Taxes & Government Spending?

Suhas Subramanyam has worked to reduce drug costs and increase price transparency, and he supports campaign finance reform to limit corporate influence in politics. He voted in favor of the Tax Relief for Fraud Victims Act and AGOA Extension Act but opposed the budget resolution, continuing appropriations, and several appropriations acts. David Beckwith advocates for Washington to avoid spending more than its income and aims to eliminate wasteful spending and fraud that costs taxpayers up to $521 billion annually. He supports making the $40,000 SALT deduction permanent and indexing capital gains to inflation.

How do the candidates differ on Energy & Environment?

Suhas Subramanyam supports addressing the climate emergency through environmental protection, conservation, and renewable energy while creating jobs. He voted yea on the Diesel Emissions Reduction Act, Northwest Straits Marine Conservation, and American Battlefield Protection, but nay on EPA rule disapproval, Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice, and HEA. David Beckwith supports an all-of-the-above energy strategy that ends market-distorting subsidies, cuts regulatory red tape, and reinvests in nuclear power to lower costs and create jobs.

How do the candidates differ on Foreign Policy & Defense?

Suhas Subramanyam worked as a White House technology policy advisor focusing on cybersecurity and emerging technology challenges related to national security. He voted yea on resolutions directing removal of US forces from Iran and Lebanon and on naming a VA clinic, but voted nay on the National Defense Authorization Act and the FISA Amendments Act extension. David Beckwith supports a fully funded, well-equipped military as a deterrent. Ahsen Mujeeb Malik supports scaling down the U.S. military footprint, respecting international law, preventing nuclear proliferation, and advocates for a one-state solution with equal rights for Palestinians and Israelis.