Biography
Edwin Rivera is the Republican nominee for Virginia's 3rd District. According to Ballotpedia, he grew up in Puerto Rico, lives in Newport News, served in the U.S. Army, and has worked as a police officer. His campaign website lists education reform, public safety, and opposing tolls on the Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel among his priorities.[1]
Rivera grew up in Puerto Rico and lives in Newport News, Virginia.[1] He served in the U.S. Army, and the Virginia Mercury describes him as an Army veteran who served several combat tours in the Middle East and as a father of seven. Ballotpedia also lists police officer in his career experience.[1][2] Rivera became the Republican nominee without appearing on a primary ballot, after the August 4, 2026 Republican primary was canceled.[1]
- 1.Edwin Rivera's campaign website, quoted by Ballotpedia (July 10, 2026) · Edwin Rivera campaign, via Ballotpedia · 2026-07-10 Candidate's own words
- 2.2026 general election: 3rd Congressional District · Virginia Mercury News report
Researched from the cited sources on 2026-10-21.
