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Robert Simmons

Republican candidate for United States Senator, District of Columbia · Challenger

Robert "Rob" Simmons is the Republican nominee for U.S. Shadow Senator from the District of Columbia in the November 3, 2026 general election, running against incumbent Democrat Paul Strauss. The D.C. Board of Elections lists him as a Republican candidate for the office. In 2024 he was the Republican candidate for an at-large seat on the D.C. Council.

Where Simmons stands

D.C. congressional representation

Says he would push for congressional representation for D.C. while bringing a Republican perspective to the shadow delegation.

Campaign priorities

His campaign focuses on public safety, fiscal accountability and cooperation with the federal government.

Background

• Republican candidate, D.C. Council at-large, 2024 (not elected; 6.32% of the vote)
• Republican nominee, U.S. Shadow Senator (D.C.), 2026

In the news

• The Election Isn't Over Yet Hill Rag, October 13, 2026

Also running for United States Senator

• Paul Strauss Democratic

Sources

• DC Board of Elections – 2026 General Election candidate list
• Hill Rag – The Election Isn't Over Yet (2026-10-13)
• FOX 5 DC – DC 2026 midterm election guide
• Wikipedia – 2024 Council of the District of Columbia election
• Washington Blade – 2024 D.C. voters' guide

Last researched October 23, 2026. Written in neutral language from the sources above. Spot an error? See how to report it.