Clay County voters showed overwhelming support for Republican candidates in the 2024 general election, with significant victories across most offices.
The Clay County Clerk’s Office has reported unofficial results, revealing a 61.5% voter turnout, with 3,271 ballots cast out of 5,319 registered voters.
In the race for U.S. President, Donald Trump dominated, receiving 2,592 votes (80.17%) to Vice President Kamala Harris’ 578 votes (17.8%). Trump’s commanding lead mirrored the county’s general trend toward Republican candidates across various races.
Republican candidates also fared well in the U.S. Senate and House races. Current Gov. Jim Justice triumphed in the U.S. Senate race with 2,476 votes (78.21%), easily surpassing Democrat Glenn Elliot, who secured 592 votes (18.7%). Third-party candidate David Moran, running as a Libertarian, earned 98 votes (3.10%).
In the 1st Congressional District, Carol Miller, the Republican incumbent, garnered 2,055 votes (68.18%), defeating Democrat Chris Bob Reed, who received 724 votes (24.02%), and Independent Wes Holden, who earned 235 votes (7.8%).
Republicans also maintained strong showings in state-level races. Attorney General John “JB” McCuskey earned 2,322 votes (78.16%), defeating Democrat Teresa Toriseva, who received 649 votes (21.84%). In the Secretary of State race, Kris Warner (Rep) won with 2,397 votes (79.53%) against Democrat Thornton Cooper, who earned 617 votes (20.47%).
The race for Governor saw Republican Patrick Morrisey win with 2,061 votes (65.89%), while Democrat Steve Williams secured 855 votes (27.33%).
In Clay County’s local elections, Republican Duane Legg triumphed in the County Commission race, garnering 2,135 votes (67.44%) to defeat Democrat Connie Kinder (621 votes) and Independent Billy Truman (410 votes). Republican Allen King edged out Democrat Randy Holcomb in the Sheriff’s race with 1,741 votes (55.57%) compared to Holcomb’s 1,392 votes (44.43%).
In uncontested races, Sheila Stone (Dem) won the unexpired term for County Clerk with 2,559 votes (100%), while Wayne King (Dem) was re-elected as Prosecuting Attorney with 2,218 votes (100%). Teresa Davis (Dem) won the Assessor’s race with 2,609 votes (100%).
Republicans also made clean sweeps in other statewide races. Kent Leonhardt (Rep) won the Commissioner of Agriculture race with 2,202 votes (74.29%) over Democrat Deborah Stiles (762 votes, 25.71%). Mark Hunt (Rep) won the Auditor’s race with 2,241 votes (74.6%) against Democrat Mary Ann Roebuck Claytor (763 votes, 25.4%).
Voters also decided on Amendment 1, a measure related to protections against medically assisted suicide. The amendment passed with 1,393 votes (51.08%) in favor and 1,334 votes (48.92%) against.
In local legislative races, Republican Roger Hanshaw was re-elected to the House of Delegates, 62nd District, receiving 2,775 votes (100%). Similarly, Republican Glenn Jeffries secured 100% of the vote for State Senate in the 8th District.
Despite a strong Republican showing, voter turnout was moderate, with 3,271 ballots cast out of the 5,319 eligible voters, reflecting a 61.5% turnout rate.
With the results unofficial, officials are expected to finalize and certify the election outcomes in the coming weeks.
