R. Kirk McPike
R. Kirk McPike | |
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| Member of the Virginia House of Delegates from the 5th district | |
| Assumed office February 18, 2026 | |
| Preceded by | Elizabeth Bennett-Parker |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 1977 (age 48–49) Dallas, Texas, U.S. |
| Party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Jason R. Kaufman |
| Education | Southern Methodist University (BA) |
| Website | kirkmcpike |
Richard Kirk McPike (born 1977) is an American politician and Delegate for the 5th district of the Virginia House of Delegates following a 2026 special election. McPike also served on the Alexandria City Council from 2021 to 2026 and worked as a chief of staff for California U.S. House representative Mark Takano from 2008 to 2026.
Early life and education
McPike was born in Dallas, Texas, in 1977.[1] He graduated from Southern Methodist University in 2005 with a bachelor's degree in political science.[2]
Career
McPike began working as chief of staff for California United States House representative Mark Takano circa 2008.[3] In 2017, he was appointed to the Alexandria Budget and Fiscal Affairs Advisory Commission.[2] He was elected to the Alexandria City Council in 2021 and was reelected in 2025.[4] In February 2026, he won a special election for the 5th district of the Virginia House of Delegates.[4] After winning the election, he resigned from his roles on the Alexandria City Council and as chief of staff for Takano.[4]
Personal life
McPike is gay.[3] As of February 2026, he lives in the Seminary Hill neighborhood of Alexandria, Virginia with his husband.[4][3] He is an Episcopal.[1]
References
- ^ a b "R. Kirk McPike". Virginia General Assembly. Retrieved March 2, 2026.
- ^ a b Leayman, Emily (May 21, 2024). "Candidate Profile: Kirk McPike For Alexandria City Council". Old Town Alexandria, VA Patch. Retrieved February 12, 2026.
- ^ a b c Chibbaro Jr, Lou (January 19, 2026). "Two gay candidates running in 'firehouse' Va. House of Delegates primary in Alexandria". Washington Blade. Retrieved February 12, 2026.
- ^ a b c d Taranto, Katie (February 11, 2026). "JUST IN: R. Kirk McPike wins special election in landslide for House of Delegates seat". ALXnow. Retrieved February 12, 2026.