Democrat Richie Robb Wins West Virginia State Senate Seat in District 17
A West Virginia State Senate seat representing District 17 in Charleston has flipped to Democratic control, with former South Charleston mayor Richie Robb winning the election.
Charleston Huntington, WV, November 4, 2026 —
In a shift of political representation for the Charleston area, the West Virginia State Senate seat for District 17 has been won by Democrat Richie Robb. This outcome marks a flip in party control for the district.
Richie Robb, who previously served as the mayor of South Charleston, secured victory in the election for the District 17 seat. The specific details regarding the election date, the margin of victory, or the opponent’s identity were not provided in the available information.
District 17 is located within Charleston, West Virginia. The change in party control signifies a notable development in the state’s legislative landscape. Further details about the election results, including vote counts and the predecessor for this seat, are not currently available.
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