Trenton Barnhart is a member of the West Virginia State Senate, representing District 3. He assumed office on January 28, 2026. His current term ends on December 1, 2026. Barnhart is running in a special election to the West Virginia State Senate to represent District 3. He is on the ballot in the special Republican primary on May 12, 2026. Patrick Morrisey appointed Barnhart to the West Virginia State Senate District 3 on January 27, 2026, to replace Donna Boley.