# Bert Mizusawa

> Bert Mizusawa is a retired U.S. Army major general and the leading Republican candidate in the primary to challenge incumbent Democratic Sen. Mark Warner.

## Key facts

- Party: Republican
- Office sought: U.S. Senate
- Current office: Retired U.S. Army Major General
- State: VA
- Race: Virginia Senate 2026
- Incumbent status: challenger
- Residence: Virginia
- Race rating: Solid Democratic
- Campaign website: https://www.mizusawaforsenate.com

## Biography

Bert Mizusawa is a retired U.S. Army major general. He previously ran for U.S. Senate in Virginia in 2018 and for Virginia's 2nd congressional district in 2010. He is the leading Republican candidate in the August 4, 2026 primary to challenge incumbent Democratic Sen. Mark Warner.

## Background

- Professional background: Retired U.S. Army Major General
- Military service: U.S. Army, retired Major General

## Opponents in this race

- [Mark Warner](https://transparencyreport.io/candidates/mark-warner-va-2026.md) — Democratic

## Sources

- Virginia Senate 2026 — Ballotpedia: https://ballotpedia.org/United_States_Senate_election_in_Virginia,_2026

Last updated: 2026-06-15T19:53:28.214Z

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