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Devon Tennant
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Republican Party

Candidate, West Virginia House of Delegates District 7

Elections and appointments
Next election

May 12, 2026

Education

High school

Magnolia High School

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Birthplace
Clarksburg, W.Va.
Religion
Disciples of Christ
Profession
College student
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Devon Tennant (Republican Party) is running for election to the West Virginia House of Delegates to represent District 7. He declared candidacy for the Republican primary scheduled on May 12, 2026.[source]

Biography

Devon Tennant was born in Clarksburg, West Virginia. He graduated from Magnolia High School.[1] Tennant was mentored by former Delegate David Pethtel.[2]

As of January 2024, Tennant was studying political science at Bethany College West Virginia.[2]

Elections

2026

See also: West Virginia House of Delegates elections, 2026

General election

The primary will occur on May 12, 2026. The general election will occur on November 3, 2026. General election candidates will be added here following the primary.

Republican primary election

Republican primary for West Virginia House of Delegates District 7

Incumbent Charles Sheedy and Devon Tennant are running in the Republican primary for West Virginia House of Delegates District 7 on May 12, 2026.

Candidate
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Charles Sheedy
Image of Devon Tennant
Devon Tennant

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2024

See also: West Virginia House of Delegates elections, 2024

General election

General election for West Virginia House of Delegates District 7

Incumbent Charles Sheedy defeated Devon Tennant in the general election for West Virginia House of Delegates District 7 on November 5, 2024.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
Image of Charles Sheedy
Charles Sheedy (R)
 
67.8
 
5,106
Image of Devon Tennant
Devon Tennant (D) Candidate Connection
 
32.2
 
2,429

Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source

Total votes: 7,535
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for West Virginia House of Delegates District 7

Devon Tennant advanced from the Democratic primary for West Virginia House of Delegates District 7 on May 14, 2024.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
Image of Devon Tennant
Devon Tennant Candidate Connection
 
100.0
 
1,093

There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source

Total votes: 1,093
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for West Virginia House of Delegates District 7

Incumbent Charles Sheedy advanced from the Republican primary for West Virginia House of Delegates District 7 on May 14, 2024.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
Image of Charles Sheedy
Charles Sheedy
 
100.0
 
2,073

Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source

Total votes: 2,073
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Endorsements

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Campaign themes

2026

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2024

Candidate Connection

Devon Tennant completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2023. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Tennant's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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I'm Devon Tennant a lifelong resident of Wetzel County. I am a current candidate for the seventh district of the West Virginia House of Delegates. I am the son of a current West Virginia public employee and a former West Virginia coal miner, and the grandson of a current nurse and a former DOH employee. The reason I am seeking this office is because I have a passion for leadership and public service. I would like to help the working people and families of Wetzel and Marshall counties by using my voice and determination if elected to the legislature. I have two years of political experience and many years of public service experience. I was mentored by former Democratic Delegate from Wetzel County David Pethtel of the former 5th district, where I learned the workings of the West Virginia state Legislature. I am also a member of the Wetzel Tyler Chamber of Commerce and Deacon at the Proctor christian church (Disciples of christ). I am a Former member of the New Martinsville City Council I was Youth Councilman from March 7th, 2022 - May 25th 2023. I have previously worked on two state campaigns for the state House and Senate. I'm a current student at Bethany College studying political science.
  • A voice for Working people & Families, I will work to increase the state minimum wage and make family, medical leave available. I stand with all working West virginians to have good jobs and make a livable wage for their families.
  • Friend of Public Education, I Support all public educators and school staff in Wetzel and Marshall counties. Education is important for our children's future and to West Virginia. An educated workforce brings additional job opportunities to our area. I understand and will push for the reinvestment of our public schools, and funding the promise scholarship.
  • Improving Infrastructure,I will work to ensure fair funding for infrastructure repair projects for Wetzel and Marshall counties, including secondary road repair, safe bridges, and clean water for all of the 7th District.
The rights of working people, Affordable and quality health care, improving public education, improving infrastructure, and job creation
Former U.S. Democratic Senator from the Hills of West Virginia Robert C. Byrd, Sen. Byrd did many great things for my state of West Virginia and never thought himself to good for the state where he came from. Byrd was a noble scholar of constitutional law and considered the dean of the Senate. He dedicated his life to serving his country and state for over 50 years. never forget his commitment to the people of West Virginia, his dedication to the Constitution, and his unwavering belief in the American dream. During his time in office, he was a fierce advocate for the people of West Virginia, and he worked tirelessly to improve the lives of his constituents.
The Senate 1789-1989 by Sen. Robert Byrd
Having good morals, caring about the people they represent, Grit and determination, the ability to compromise, and Honesty, are just a few.
I am youngman the has spent many hours and days' studying government and talking to current and former officeholders. I have good public speaking skills, I am a upstanding member of my community and well liked by many, I listen to everyone's opinion before asserting mine, and very knowledgeable of the office I am running for.
listen to the concerns of their constituents and speak for them,They develop solutions to the needs of their delegate districts through legislative action and compromise, State Delegates work together, balancing the best interests of each state delegate district.
I would like to be remember for serving my people of west virginia honestly and for their best interests'
The governor should always respect and understand the decisions of the legislature for the legislature is the bodied voice of the people of the state! It is to be respected
The proper treatment of the states public employees and agencies, Infostructure, and population decrease
Yes and No, Legislators need a base knowledge of the three branches of government, constitution, and state law.
Yes, in order to be respected and gain support you must respect your colleagues, if not you become virtually powerless making you an ineffective member of government.
Former Democratic Delegate David Pethtel
WV State Senate district 2
Compromise is absolutely necessary and fundamental to our great nation's government.
Former Delegate Lisa Zukoff
Education,

Pensions and Retirement,
Senior, Children, and Family Issues,
Agriculture and Natural Resources,
Energy and Manufacturing,
Economic Development and Tourism,

Jails and Prisons

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Devon Tennant campaign contribution history
YearOfficeStatusContributionsExpenditures
2024* West Virginia House of Delegates District 7Lost general$12,622 $13,382
Grand total$12,622 $13,382
Sources: OpenSecrets,  Federal Elections Commission ***This product uses the openFEC API but is not endorsed or certified by the Federal Election Commission (FEC).
* Data from this year may not be complete

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    Footnotes

    1. ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on August 11, 2023
    2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 Ballotpedia staff, "Email communication with Devon Tennant," January 12, 2024


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