Senator Luther Cifers Announces Retirement, Endorses Mark Earley Jr.
Virginia Senator Luther Cifers (R-Prince Edward County) will not seek reelection in 2027 for Senate District 10, endorsing former Del. Mark Earley Jr. for the seat. Former state Sen. Amanda Chase Scott is considering a run for the district, which…
Norfolk Portsmouth Newport News, VA, November 11, 2026 —
Virginia Senator Luther Cifers, a Republican representing Prince Edward County, has announced that he will not seek reelection in 2027 for his seat in Senate District 10.
In conjunction with his decision to retire from the state Senate, Cifers has endorsed former Delegate Mark Earley Jr. to succeed him in representing District 10.
The district represented by Senator Cifers encompasses a broad geographic area, stretching from regions outside Lynchburg to areas outside Richmond.
Adding to the political landscape for the upcoming election, former state Senator Amanda Chase Scott is reportedly considering a potential run for the Senate District 10 seat. The specific timeline for any potential announcements from Scott was not provided.
Senator Cifers’ tenure in the Virginia Senate has been focused on representing the constituents of District 10. His decision not to pursue another term marks the end of his service in the chamber, with the endorsement of Mark Earley Jr. indicating his preferred successor.
The political future of Senate District 10 is beginning to take shape, with the announcement of Cifers’ retirement and his endorsement. The potential candidacy of Amanda Chase Scott introduces another layer of interest as the district’s representation prepares for a transition after 2027.
Further details regarding the electoral process for Senate District 10 and any other potential candidates were not immediately available.
Story summarized from the original created by Dwayne Yancey on cardinalnews.org, see more information here.
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