Dave
T. Beckwith
Republican challenger Dave T. Beckwith, a retired Air Force colonel, is running for Virginia's 10th Congressional District seat in 2026.
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- positions
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Background
Dave T. Beckwith is a Republican candidate for the U.S. House of Representatives in Virginia's 10th Congressional District in the November 3, 2026 election, challenging incumbent Democrat Suhas Subramanyam. He won the 2026 Republican primary on August 4, 2026—his first primary win after previously losing the 2022 Republican contest in the same district. 614
According to his campaign biography, Beckwith retired from the U.S. Air Force as a colonel in 2017 after a 30-year career. He subsequently worked at Orbital ATK and SAIC, served at the National Reconnaissance Office, and most recently held the position of Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense, where he is described as having overseen a $500 billion portfolio and a team of 95. 8
His campaign reports that he holds a B.S. in aerospace engineering from the University of Notre Dame and a master's degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Dayton, and that he graduated from the U.S. Army War College. He also completed Air Command and Staff College and the Defense Systems Management College. 8
Beckwith and his family have lived in Sterling, Loudoun County, Virginia since 2009. The Federal Election Commission classifies him as a challenger candidate. 813
At a glance
- Party
- Republican
- Running for
- U.S. House · District 10, Virginia
- Election
- Nov 3, 2026
- Website
- beckwithforcongress.com(opens in a new tab)
Where they stand
Each position links to the page it was drawn from. Quotes are verbatim.
Timeline
- Oct 11filingBeckwith confirmed as Republican nominee after winning primary over Julie Perry and Anthony Suttles
Beckwith won the Republican primary for Virginia's 10th Congressional District, defeating Julie Perry and Anthony Suttles. Sam Wong is also reported as a withdrawn candidate. The November 3 general-election ballot lists Subramanyam (D), Beckwith (R), and independent Ahsen Mujeeb Malik.
VA-10 2026 House forecast - FutureBallot · Oct 11, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Oct 7newsBeckwith proposes federal data-center siting guidelines and DHS constituent channel
In an interview published October 7, Beckwith proposed federal minimum guidelines for local data-center siting including setbacks from residential areas, pledged to oppose a government shutdown, and described a proposed constituent channel to the Department of Homeland Security for immigration enforcement questions. These are stated proposals, not enacted policy.
Candidate Q&A: Dave Beckwith looks to unseat ... · Oct 7, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Sep 26pollRace analysis finds no published polls; estimates race from prior election results
A September 26 analysis of the VA-10 race noted that no 2026 public polls had been published and used prior election results to build its model estimate. Separately, FEC data through July 15 showed Beckwith had raised $107,334 since January 1, 2025, with $54,260 cash on hand.
What It Would Take for Dave Beckwith to Win VA-10 in 2026 · Sep 26, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Sep 22debateBeckwith and Subramanyam debate at Loudoun Chamber of Commerce event
With early voting already underway, Beckwith and Democratic incumbent Suhas Subramanyam faced off at a Loudoun Chamber of Commerce debate. Topics included data centers and the electric grid, federal workers and shutdowns, housing, immigration, tariffs, and the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. Beckwith proposed portable mortgages to address housing supply, opposed government shutdowns, and supported the bill as a compromise. Subramanyam challenged Beckwith on federal workers, citing Beckwith's earlier praise for DOGE.
Rep. Subramanyam, GOP's Beckwith square off in 10th District debate · Sep 22, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Sep 18newsEarly voting begins in Virginia; Beckwith appears on VA-10 general-election ballot
Early voting for the November 3 general election began September 18. Beckwith (R) is listed on the VA-10 ballot alongside incumbent Suhas Subramanyam (D) and independent Ahsen Mujeeb Malik.
Virginia voter guide: What to know ahead of 2026 midterm elections · Sep 18, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Sep 15newsBeckwith calls for stronger U.S. action on transnational repression in interview
In an interview, Beckwith called for stronger U.S. action against CCP-linked intimidation in the United States, expressed support for Taiwan, and discussed AI and U.S.-China relations. He also said he would make direct outreach to Asian American communities a regular part of his campaign and, if elected, his congressional office.
VA Candidate Dave Beckwith Calls for Stronger Action on ... · Sep 16, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
Endorsements
- Geary Higgins officialListed by iVoterGuide in its 'Conservative' endorsement category. No source or date provided for the endorsement. ivoterguide.com
- Sheriff Mike Chapman (Loudoun County) officialBeckwith announced on his campaign's X account: 'I'm deeply humbled to share the endorsement of Sheriff Mike Chapman.' Post included a statement attributed to Chapman. x.com · Sep 9, 2026
Campaign finance
Totals filed with the Federal Election Commission for the 2026 election cycle.
- Raised
- $107K
- Spent
- $53K
- Cash on hand
- $54K
As of Jul 15, 2026. Filings are periodic, so recent money may not be included yet. ↳ FEC record H2VA10273(opens in a new tab)
Sources 13
- [1] VA-10 2026 House forecast - FutureBallot(opens in a new tab) Oct 11, 2026
- [2] Beckwith for Congress(opens in a new tab) Oct 9, 2026
- [3] Candidate Q&A: Dave Beckwith looks to unseat ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 7, 2026
- [4] Dave Beckwith - Voter Guide(opens in a new tab) Sep 30, 2026
- [5] Dave T. Beckwith - iVoterGuide(opens in a new tab) Sep 30, 2026
- [6] What It Would Take for Dave Beckwith to Win VA-10 in 2026(opens in a new tab) Sep 26, 2026
- [7] Beckwith, Subramanyam Face Off in Chamber Debate - Loudoun Now(opens in a new tab) Sep 22, 2026
- [8] Rep. Subramanyam, GOP's Beckwith square off in 10th District debate(opens in a new tab) Sep 22, 2026
- [9] Virginia voter guide: What to know ahead of 2026 midterm elections(opens in a new tab) Sep 18, 2026
- [10] VA Candidate Dave Beckwith Calls for Stronger Action on ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 16, 2026
- [11] Dave Beckwith for Congress (VA-10)(opens in a new tab) Sep 11, 2026
- [12] HEALTHY COMMUNITIES — Beckwith for Congress(opens in a new tab) Sep 11, 2026
- [13] Unlocking the housing market in VA-10(opens in a new tab) Jul 23, 2026