
Nila Devanath
Democratic candidate for U.S. House in Virginia
VA-02 Democratic nominee?
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Candidate Overview
Key details about the candidate’s background, party, office sought and current campaign.
Current roleHospital physician
PartyDemocratic
Political ideologyProgressive Democrat
GenderFemale
LocationVirginia
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BackgroundHospital physician
Notable personal detailsNila Devanath is a Democratic candidate for the U.S. House in Virginia’s 2nd Congressional District in the 2026 election cycle. She has been described as a hospital physician and former attorney. She is a candidate with an authorized principal campaign committee, Nila for Congress.
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Political Positions
Healthcare
Supports expanding Medicaid, increasing access to primary care, mental health services, and substance abuse recovery, and advancing community-based initiatives to reduce disparities and lower costs.
Latest News
Nila Devanath is in the news as a candidate in Virginia’s 2nd Congressional District, where the Democratic nomination race is still open. The final district lines are still uncertain because a state Supreme Court redistricting ruling is pending, which could affect how the race shapes up. The seat is also drawing attention because the district may become more competitive under new maps, and candidates are filing while fundraising differences are already emerging.
Campaign Fundraising
Latest report: Cycle 2026Campaign finance totals from the latest available reporting period.
2026
LatestCycle 2026
Source: FEC
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