Politics & Government
US House District 5: VA Democratic Primary Election Live Results
Refresh for updates in Patch's live coverage of the 2024 U.S. House Democratic primary election in Virginia's 5th District.

As the Democratic primary for Virginia’s 5th Congressional District unfolds, it's shaping up to be a closely watched race. The latest update, as of 10:44 PM Eastern Time on June 18, 2024, provides a snapshot of the early results.
As votes continue to be tallied, these numbers will be updated live throughout the evening, so we encourage readers to check back often for the latest data.
Three Democratic candidates are vying for the nomination: Paul Riley, Gloria Witt, and Gary Terry. Below are the current vote counts and additional details from different counties within the district.
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Current Vote Totals
- Paul Riley: 13,377 votes
- Gloria Witt: 4,694 votes
- Gary Terry: 5,286 votes
County-by-County Breakdown
- Albemarle County:
- Gloria Witt: 2,626
- Paul Riley: 1,788
- Gary Terry: 1,266
- Amelia County:
- Gloria Witt: 139
- Paul Riley: 42
- Gary Terry: 52
- Amherst County:
- Gloria Witt: 872
- Paul Riley: 80
- Gary Terry: 55
- Appomattox County:
- Gloria Witt: 174
- Paul Riley: 21
- Gary Terry: 45
- Bedford County:
- Gloria Witt: 174
- Paul Riley: 62
- Gary Terry: 54
Vote counts are continuously updating as precincts report their results. Currently, 295 out of 327 precincts have reported. Voter turnout is estimated to be between 16.24% and 19.85% based on early figures.
In summary, Gloria Witt is leading the race with a notable margin, followed by Paul Riley and Gary Terry. Each candidate has shown varied strengths in different counties, reflecting the diverse preferences of voters across the district. For instance, Witt garnered significant support in Albemarle County with 2,626 votes, while Riley showed his strength in Albemarle County with 1,788 votes. Terry has also made a strong showing in Danville City with 640 votes.
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As the evening progresses, these numbers are expected to change. Stay with Patch.com for live updates on this primary election. Every vote counts, and each update brings us closer to knowing who will represent the Democratic Party in the race for Virginia’s 5th Congressional District.
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