Chris Obenshain, a Republican elected to the Virginia State House in 2024 to represent the state’s 41st House district, has recently posted several statements on his official social media account. The posts address topics ranging from community solidarity and condolences to political advocacy.
On April 16, 2026, Obenshain expressed unity with the Virginia Tech community, posting: “We will prevail
We are Virginia Tech
#neVerforgeT https://t.co/Ro8hBbUa9G“.
Later that same day, he offered condolences following a family tragedy involving Cerina Fairfax and former Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax. He wrote: “Praying fervently for the children and family of Cerina Fairfax and former Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax. May they be surrounded by comfort and peace in their time of unexplainable grief. “.
On April 17, 2026, Obenshain turned his attention to state politics, specifically urging voters regarding an upcoming decision on Virginia’s gerrymandering amendment: “Today and tomorrow are the last opportunities to vote early on Virginia’s gerrymandering amendment before the final vote on Tuesday, April 21.
Vote NO if you want Virginia to keep its fair, representative, and compact districts in place instead of letting politicians in Richmond https://t.co/pytmeYKtN9“.
Obenshain succeeded Eileen Filler-Corn as representative for Virginia’s 41st House district after winning election in 2024.
