On May 12, 2026, the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals will hold a nonpartisan election for two seats with twelve-year terms. Two justices, Justice Gerald Titus III and Tom Ewing, have terms that are expiring on December 31, 2026. Titus is running to remain on the court and is being challenged by former 23rd Circuit Court Judge Laura Faircloth, Raleigh County Circuit Judge Todd Kirby, Tenth Circuit Court Judge H.L. Kirkpatrick and attorney Martin Sheehan. Justice Ewing is also running for another term and is being challenged by West Virginia House Republican Representative, Bill Flanigan.
Estimated Total TV Spending:
Candidates:
- Estimated spending by H.L. Kirkpatrick: $249,360
- Estimated spending by Gerald Titus: $316,531
Outside Groups:
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April 17 – Trust
In this ad, a voiceover says: “West Virigina families need a state supreme court they can trust – Tom Ewing has spent his career delivering that.”
Sponsor: Tom Ewing
April 8 – Most Experienced Candidate
In this ad, a voiceover says: “Kirkpatrick has a record of tough sentencing – he keeps us safe.”
Sponsor: H.L. Kirkpatrick
