District of Columbia Attorney General
2 candidates · General election, November 3, 2026
What this office does
The state's top lawyer and law-enforcement official. Represents the state in court, defends state laws, issues legal opinions, enforces consumer-protection laws, and can lead investigations and multi-state lawsuits.
Candidates
Manuel Rivera
Slightly right
Brian L. SchwalbIncumbent
Moderately left
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Quick answers
- Who is running for District of Columbia Attorney General in 2026?
- Manuel Rivera (Republican) and Brian L. Schwalb (Democrat).
- Who is the incumbent?
- Brian L. Schwalb currently holds this office.
- What does this office do?
- The state's top lawyer and law-enforcement official. Represents the state in court, defends state laws, issues legal opinions, enforces consumer-protection laws, and can lead investigations and multi-state lawsuits.
- Who should I vote for in the District of Columbia Attorney General race?
- SpectrumVote doesn't endorse anyone or tell you how to vote. Compare each candidate's record, funding, outside spending and endorsements on this page, then decide based on the issues that matter most to you. Enter your address at spectrumvote.com to see this race next to everything else on your ballot.
- When is the election?
- The general election is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Early voting and mail-ballot deadlines vary by state; check your state or county election office.