Darren Thorne is a member of the West Virginia State Senate, representing District 15. He assumed office on January 3, 2025. His current term ends on December 1, 2026. Thorne is running for re-election to the West Virginia State Senate to represent District 15. He is on the ballot in the Republican primary on May 12, 2026. West Virginia Governor Jim Justice appointed Thorne to the West Virginia State Senate District 15 on December 20, 2024, to replace Charles S. Trump IV.