The 1978 Virgin Islands gubernatorial election took place on November 7, 1978. Incumbent governor
Juan Francisco Luis, who succeeded to office upon the death of
Cyril King, defeated U.S. House delegate
Ron de Lugo in the general election.
Results
1978 United States House of Representatives election in the Virgin Islands[1]
The 1978 United States House of Representatives election in the Virgin Islands took place on November 7, 1978. Incumbent Democrat
Ron de Lugo retired to run for Governor, leaving the seat open. Republican
Melvin H. Evans was elected by a narrow margin to only first 2-year term.
As of April 2024, this is the last time a Republican has won a U.S. House election in the Virgin Islands.
Democratic primary
1978 United States House of Representatives election in the Virgin Islands, Democratic primary[1]