---
title: "Crime & public safety: where 2026 candidates stand"
url: "https://www.2026election.com/issues/crime-public-safety"
updated: "2026-10-09"
source: "Candidates' campaign sites and Ballotpedia, quoted verbatim"
publisher: "Pluribus"
---

# Crime & public safety: where 2026 candidates stand

260 races · Democratic nominees documented in 216 · Republican in 219 · 552 verbatim quotes

## Salience · Crime & public safety

Of the 278 times this topic appears across issue guides, how many are flagged high, medium, or low salience. Salience is ordinal — the ramp is grayscale by design.

81 high, 168 medium, 29 low

278 issue mentions · topics grouped by keyword · a race can appear under more than one topic · as of October 9, 2026

## Arkansas

2 races

### [Governor](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-ar.md)

Fredrick Love (Democratic) vs. Sarah Huckabee Sanders (Republican)

[“Public Safety and Criminal Justice” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-ar.md#public-safety-and-criminal-justice) (salience: high)

- Fredrick Love: Supports prison reform and stopping new prison construction
- Sarah Huckabee Sanders: Supports tough-on-crime laws and expanded prison capacity

### [U.S. Senate](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-ar.md)

Hallie Shoffner (Democratic) vs. Tom Cotton (Republican)

[“Crime, Law Enforcement, and Public Safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-ar.md#crime-law-enforcement-and-public-safety) (salience: medium)

- Hallie Shoffner: Supports funding first responders, community prevention, and union rights
- Tom Cotton: Supports strict law enforcement and tougher criminal penalties

## California

34 races

### [Governor](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-ca.md)

Xavier Becerra (Democratic) vs. Steve Hilton (Republican)

[“Public safety and crime” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-ca.md#public-safety-and-crime) (salience: medium)

- Xavier Becerra: No documented position in our sources
- Steve Hilton: Strictly enforce criminal laws and back law enforcement

### [1st District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-01.md)

Mike McGuire (Democratic) vs. James Gallagher (Republican)

[“Public Safety and Criminal Justice” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-01.md#public-safety-and-criminal-justice) (salience: high)

- Mike McGuire: Supports defending civil rights and public safety
- James Gallagher: Supports tougher criminal penalties

### [2nd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-02.md)

Jared Huffman (Democratic) vs. Robin Littau (Republican)

[“Public safety and criminal justice” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-02.md#public-safety-and-criminal-justice) (salience: medium)

- Jared Huffman: Supports selective criminal transparency and oversight
- Robin Littau: Supports law enforcement and strict criminal penalties

### [6th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-06.md)

Richard Pan (Democratic) vs. Kevin Kiley (No party preference) · Lean D

[“Public safety and emergency services” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-06.md#public-safety-and-emergency-services) (salience: medium)

- Richard Pan: Supports funding first responders and prevention
- Kevin Kiley: No documented position in our sources

### [9th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-09.md)

Josh Harder (Democratic) vs. John McBride (Republican)

[“Public Safety & Crime” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-09.md#public-safety-crime) (salience: medium)

- Josh Harder: Funding police and combating fentanyl trafficking
- John McBride: Supporting law enforcement and criminal prosecution

### [10th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-10.md)

Mark DeSaulnier (Democratic) vs. Jeffrey Frese (Republican)

[“Gun safety and crime” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-10.md#gun-safety-and-crime) (salience: medium)

- Mark DeSaulnier: Supports gun control research and legislation
- Jeffrey Frese: No documented position in our sources

### [12th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-12.md)

Lateefah Simon (Democratic) vs. Jamie Joyce (Democratic)

[“Public safety and criminal justice reform” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-12.md#public-safety-and-criminal-justice-reform) (salience: high)

- Lateefah Simon: Supports community safety and police reform
- Jamie Joyce: No documented position in our sources

### [13th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-13.md)

Adam Gray (Democratic) vs. Kevin Lincoln II (Republican) · Tilt D

[“Public safety and crime” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-13.md#public-safety-and-crime) (salience: high)

- Adam Gray: Supports law enforcement and anti-crime laws
- Kevin Lincoln II: Supports police funding and tougher sentencing

### [14th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-14.md)

Aisha Wahab (Democratic) vs. Melissa Hernandez (Democratic)

[“Public safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-14.md#public-safety) (salience: medium)

- Aisha Wahab: Supports victim-first public safety policies
- Melissa Hernandez: No documented position in our sources

### [15th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-15.md)

Kevin Mullin (Democratic) vs. Charles Hoelter (Republican)

[“Healthcare and prescription drug costs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-15.md#healthcare-and-prescription-drug-costs) (salience: high)

- Kevin Mullin: Supports Medicare for All and drug price negotiation
- Charles Hoelter: No documented position in our sources

[“Public safety and law enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-15.md#public-safety-and-law-enforcement) (salience: low)

- Kevin Mullin: No documented position in our sources
- Charles Hoelter: Supports law enforcement and community safety

### [16th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-16.md)

Sam Liccardo (Democratic) vs. Peter Soule (Republican)

[“Public Safety & Criminal Justice” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-16.md#public-safety-criminal-justice) (salience: high)

- Sam Liccardo: Supports pragmatic law enforcement and tough-love parole
- Peter Soule: Supports strict enforcement and penalizing sanctuary cities

### [21st District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-21.md)

Jim Costa (Democratic) vs. Kyle Kirkland (Republican)

[“Public safety and crime” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-21.md#public-safety-and-crime) (salience: high)

- Jim Costa: Supports police funding and gun safety legislation
- Kyle Kirkland: Advocates law enforcement support and tougher crime penalties

### [23rd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-23.md)

Tessa Lynn Hodge (Democratic) vs. Jay Obernolte (Republican)

[“Crime and Public Safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-23.md#crime-and-public-safety) (salience: medium)

- Tessa Lynn Hodge: No documented position in our sources
- Jay Obernolte: Supports law enforcement and cracking down on crime

### [24th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-24.md)

Salud Carbajal (Democratic) vs. Bob Smith (Republican)

[“Public safety and crime” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-24.md#public-safety-and-crime) (salience: low)

- Salud Carbajal: Supports sensible gun safety laws
- Bob Smith: Supports combating fentanyl trafficking

### [25th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-25.md)

Raul Ruiz (Democratic) vs. Joe Males (Republican)

[“Public safety and crime” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-25.md#public-safety-and-crime) (salience: medium)

- Raul Ruiz: Opposes certain mandatory federal enforcement measures
- Joe Males: Prioritizes strict public safety and law enforcement

### [26th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-26.md)

Jacqui Irwin (Democratic) vs. Samuel Gallucci (Republican)

[“Public safety and crime” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-26.md#public-safety-and-crime) (salience: high)

- Jacqui Irwin: Supports public safety and consumer protection laws
- Samuel Gallucci: Backs law enforcement and first responders

### [27th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-27.md)

George Whitesides (Democratic) vs. Jason Gibbs (Republican)

[“Public safety and crime” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-27.md#public-safety-and-crime) (salience: high)

- George Whitesides: Funds local law enforcement and stricter crime laws
- Jason Gibbs: Supports law enforcement and stiffer penalties

### [28th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-28.md)

Judy Chu (Democratic) vs. April Verlato (Republican)

[“Public Safety and Crime” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-28.md#public-safety-and-crime) (salience: high)

- Judy Chu: Opposes mandatory deportation crime bills
- April Verlato: Supports law enforcement and tougher crime policies

### [31st District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-31.md)

Gil Cisneros (Democratic) vs. Eric Ching (Republican)

[“Public safety and crime” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-31.md#public-safety-and-crime) (salience: high)

- Gil Cisneros: Supports gun safety laws and public health approaches
- Eric Ching: Supports tough-on-crime laws and law enforcement

### [32nd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-32.md)

Brad Sherman (Democratic) vs. Larry Thompson (Republican)

[“Crime and Law Enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-32.md#crime-and-law-enforcement) (salience: medium)

- Brad Sherman: Supports transparency and targeted criminal law
- Larry Thompson: Supports tough-on-crime prosecution and police

### [33rd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-33.md)

Pete Aguilar (Democratic) vs. Stephanie Vargas (Republican)

[“Public Safety and Criminal Justice” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-33.md#public-safety-and-criminal-justice) (salience: high)

- Pete Aguilar: Supports municipal safety funding and targeted enforcement
- Stephanie Vargas: Supports law enforcement and forest management

### [35th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-35.md)

Norma Torres (Democratic) vs. Mike Cargile (Republican)

[“Public Safety & Law Enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-35.md#public-safety-law-enforcement) (salience: medium)

- Norma Torres: Supports police oversight and targeted public safety funding
- Mike Cargile: Opposes defunding police and supports increased law enforcement funding

### [37th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-37.md)

Sydney Kamlager-Dove (Democratic) vs. Samantha Mota (Democratic)

[“Criminal Justice & Public Safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-37.md#criminal-justice-public-safety) (salience: medium)

- Sydney Kamlager-Dove: Supports diversion, rehabilitation, and bail reform
- Samantha Mota: No documented position in our sources

### [38th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-38.md)

Hilda Solis (Democratic) vs. Pedro Casas (Republican)

[“Public Safety and Criminal Justice” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-38.md#public-safety-and-criminal-justice) (salience: high)

- Hilda Solis: Supports criminal justice reform and rehabilitation
- Pedro Casas: Supports strict law enforcement accountability

### [40th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-40.md)

Ken Calvert (Republican) vs. Young Kim (Republican)

[“Public safety and crime” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-40.md#public-safety-and-crime) (salience: high)

- Ken Calvert: Supports strict crime penalties and sanctuary defunding
- Young Kim: Supports law enforcement and victim rights

### [41st District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-41.md)

Linda Sánchez (Democratic) vs. Mitch Clemmons (Republican)

[“Public safety and crime” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-41.md#public-safety-and-crime) (salience: medium)

- Linda Sánchez: Supports targeted community safety funding
- Mitch Clemmons: Supports strict law enforcement accountability

### [42nd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-42.md)

Robert Garcia (Democratic) vs. Brian Burley (Republican)

[“Public safety and law enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-42.md#public-safety-and-law-enforcement) (salience: medium)

- Robert Garcia: Supports federal police accountability reform
- Brian Burley: Supports law enforcement and neighborhood safety

### [43rd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-43.md)

Maxine Waters (Democratic) vs. Cristian Morales (Republican)

[“Crime & Public Safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-43.md#crime-public-safety) (salience: medium)

- Maxine Waters: Opposes DUI deportation laws and judicial restriction bills
- Cristian Morales: Supports three-strikes rule and strict crime penalties

### [44th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-44.md)

Nanette Barragán (Democratic) vs. Genevieve Angel (Republican)

[“Public safety and criminal justice” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-44.md#public-safety-and-criminal-justice) (salience: medium)

- Nanette Barragán: Supports school discipline reform and justice equity
- Genevieve Angel: Supports law enforcement accountability and addressing crime trends

### [45th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-45.md)

Derek Tran (Democratic) vs. Chuong Vo (Republican) · Tilt D

[“Public Safety and Fentanyl” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-45.md#public-safety-and-fentanyl) (salience: high)

- Derek Tran: Supports policing and crime prevention
- Chuong Vo: Supports law enforcement and fentanyl penalties

### [46th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-46.md)

Lou Correa (Democratic) vs. David Pan (Republican)

[“Public Safety and Law Enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-46.md#public-safety-and-law-enforcement) (salience: medium)

- Lou Correa: Opposes expanding immigration criminal penalties
- David Pan: Supports recruiting police and law enforcement

### [47th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-47.md)

Dave Min (Democratic) vs. Jenny Rae Le Roux (Republican)

[“Public safety and crime” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-47.md#public-safety-and-crime) (salience: high)

- Dave Min: Supports law enforcement funding and criminal penalties
- Jenny Rae Le Roux: Supports tough-on-crime laws and funding police

### [48th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-48.md)

Marni von Wilpert (Democratic) vs. Jim Desmond (Republican) · Tilt D

[“Gun safety and public safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-48.md#gun-safety-and-public-safety) (salience: medium)

- Marni von Wilpert: Enacting strict gun control legislation
- Jim Desmond: Supporting law enforcement and public safety

### [49th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-49.md)

Mike Levin (Democratic) vs. Armen Kurdian (Republican)

[“Public Safety and Crime” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-49.md#public-safety-and-crime) (salience: medium)

- Mike Levin: Strengthens grid safety and supports first responders
- Armen Kurdian: Punishes criminals and prioritizes community safety

## Colorado

6 races

### [Governor](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-co.md)

Phil Weiser (Democratic) vs. Victor Marx (Republican)

[“Public Safety & Criminal Justice” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-co.md#public-safety-criminal-justice) (salience: high)

- Phil Weiser: Supports law enforcement funding and gun safety laws
- Victor Marx: Supports strict bail, mandatory detention, and fentanyl penalties

### [1st District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-co-01.md)

Melat Kiros (Democratic) vs. Christy Peterson (Republican)

[“Crime and Public Safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-co-01.md#crime-and-public-safety) (salience: high)

- Melat Kiros: Advocates holistic community public safety
- Christy Peterson: Supports full police funding and tough-on-crime policies

### [4th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-co-04.md)

Eileen Laubacher (Democratic) vs. Lauren Boebert (Republican)

[“Public Safety & Law Enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-co-04.md#public-safety-law-enforcement) (salience: low)

- Eileen Laubacher: Equip first responders and preparedness
- Lauren Boebert: Supports law enforcement and criminal penalties

### [6th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-co-06.md)

Jason Crow (Democratic) vs. Jason Ray Clark (Republican)

[“Public Safety and Criminal Justice” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-co-06.md#public-safety-and-criminal-justice) (salience: high)

- Jason Crow: Supports criminal justice reform and decriminalization
- Jason Ray Clark: Supports aggressive law enforcement

### [7th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-co-07.md)

Brittany Pettersen (Democratic) vs. Timothy Bennett (Republican)

[“Public Safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-co-07.md#public-safety) (salience: medium)

- Brittany Pettersen: Supports senior protections and addiction intervention
- Timothy Bennett: Supports law enforcement and combating crime

### [8th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-co-08.md)

Manny Rutinel (Democratic) vs. Gabe Evans (Republican) · Toss-up

[“Public safety and crime” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-co-08.md#public-safety-and-crime) (salience: high)

- Manny Rutinel: Supports police funding and strict victim protections
- Gabe Evans: Supports law enforcement and strict criminal penalties

## Connecticut

3 races

### [Governor](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-ct.md)

Ned Lamont (Democratic) vs. Ryan Fazio (Republican)

[“Public Safety & Criminal Justice” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-ct.md#public-safety-criminal-justice) (salience: medium)

- Ned Lamont: Supports criminal justice reform and gun violence prevention
- Ryan Fazio: Reforms police laws, closes parole loopholes, and restores proactive policing

### [1st District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ct-01.md)

Luke Bronin (Democratic) vs. Amy Chai (Republican)

[“Gun Safety & Public Safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ct-01.md#gun-safety-public-safety) (salience: medium)

- Luke Bronin: Supports assault weapons ban and universal background checks
- Amy Chai: Focuses on mental health and addiction prevention to curb crime

### [3rd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ct-03.md)

Rosa L. DeLauro (Democratic) vs. Christopher Lancia (Republican)

[“Gun policy and public safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ct-03.md#gun-policy-and-public-safety) (salience: medium)

- Rosa L. DeLauro: Supports gun violence prevention measures
- Christopher Lancia: Supports Second Amendment rights and law enforcement

## Florida

13 races

### [Governor](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-fl.md)

David Jolly (Democratic) vs. Byron Donalds (Republican)

[“Public Safety and Criminal Justice” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-fl.md#public-safety-and-criminal-justice) (salience: low)

- David Jolly: Supports community policing and justice reform
- Byron Donalds: Supports law and order governance

### [U.S. Senate (special)](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-fl-special.md)

Angela Nixon (Democratic) vs. Ashley B. Moody (Republican)

[“Law Enforcement and Public Safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-fl-special.md#law-enforcement-and-public-safety) (salience: medium)

- Angela Nixon: Supports demilitarizing police and ending mass incarceration
- Ashley B. Moody: Supports strong law enforcement backing

### [1st District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-01.md)

Gay Valimont (Democratic) vs. Jimmy Patronis (Republican)

[“Gun Policy & Public Safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-01.md#gun-policy-public-safety) (salience: high)

- Gay Valimont: Supports stricter gun control laws
- Jimmy Patronis: Supports Second Amendment rights

### [5th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-05.md)

Rachel Grage (Democratic) vs. John Rutherford (Republican)

[“Public Safety and Law Enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-05.md#public-safety-and-law-enforcement) (salience: medium)

- Rachel Grage: Supports public safety grounded in accountability and civil liberties
- John Rutherford: Supports strong funding and resources for law enforcement

### [6th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-06.md)

Eric Yonce (Democratic) vs. Randy Fine (Republican)

[“Public Safety and Law Enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-06.md#public-safety-and-law-enforcement) (salience: low)

- Eric Yonce: No documented position in our sources
- Randy Fine: Supporting law enforcement and first responders

### [7th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-07.md)

Bale Dalton (Democratic) vs. Ryan Elijah (Republican) · Lean R

[“Law enforcement and public safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-07.md#law-enforcement-and-public-safety) (salience: medium)

- Bale Dalton: Supports fully funding police and public safety
- Ryan Elijah: Supports law enforcement and stiffer assault penalties

### [8th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-08.md)

Jennifer Jenkins (Democratic) vs. Mike Haridopolos (Republican)

[“Crime and Law Enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-08.md#crime-and-law-enforcement) (salience: medium)

- Jennifer Jenkins: Supports stable funding and support for first responders
- Mike Haridopolos: Supports law enforcement and Second Amendment rights

### [12th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-12.md)

Kimberly Overman (Democratic) vs. Gus M. Bilirakis (Republican)

[“Public safety and crime” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-12.md#public-safety-and-crime) (salience: medium)

- Kimberly Overman: Supports balanced safety through policing and community investments
- Gus M. Bilirakis: Supports law-enforcement-first policies and child safety measures

### [20th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-20.md)

Debbie Wasserman Schultz (Democratic) vs. Brent Andersen (Republican)

[“Public Safety and Crime” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-20.md#public-safety-and-crime) (salience: medium)

- Debbie Wasserman Schultz: Supports federal child safety and crime prevention laws
- Brent Andersen: Supports full law enforcement funding and school safety

### [24th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-24.md)

Oliver Gilbert (Democratic) vs. Te Brown (Republican)

[“Healthcare & Prescription Drugs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-24.md#healthcare-prescription-drugs) (salience: medium)

- Oliver Gilbert: Supports universal healthcare as a right
- Te Brown: Stop prescription drug price rip-offs

### [25th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-25.md)

Jared Evan Moskowitz (Democratic) vs. Scott Singer (Republican) · Toss-up

[“Gun Policy and Public Safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-25.md#gun-policy-and-public-safety) (salience: high)

- Jared Evan Moskowitz: Supports gun control and school safety
- Scott Singer: Protects Second Amendment and backs law enforcement

### [26th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-26.md)

Nicole Locklin (Democratic) vs. Mario Diaz-Balart (Republican)

[“Public Safety and Law Enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-26.md#public-safety-and-law-enforcement) (salience: low)

- Nicole Locklin: Protect civil rights and community safety
- Mario Diaz-Balart: Fund law enforcement and combat crime

### [27th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-27.md)

Eliott Rodriguez (Democratic) vs. Maria Elvira Salazar (Republican)

[“Public safety and firearms” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-27.md#public-safety-and-firearms) (salience: low)

- Eliott Rodriguez: No documented position in our sources
- Maria Elvira Salazar: Supports gun safety and school prevention centers

## Georgia

8 races

### [Governor](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-ga.md)

Keisha Bottoms (Democratic) vs. Rick Jackson (Republican) · Toss-up

[“Public Safety and Law Enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-ga.md#public-safety-and-law-enforcement) (salience: medium)

- Keisha Bottoms: Supports police funding alongside gun safety measures
- Rick Jackson: Supports law enforcement and ending revolving-door justice

### [1st District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ga-01.md)

Amanda Hollowell (Democratic) vs. James Kingston (Republican)

[“Public Safety and Crime” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ga-01.md#public-safety-and-crime) (salience: low)

- Amanda Hollowell: No documented position in our sources
- James Kingston: Supports law enforcement and strict penalties

### [2nd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ga-02.md)

Sanford Bishop Jr. (Democratic) vs. Matt Day (Republican)

[“Crime, Law Enforcement & Public Safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ga-02.md#crime-law-enforcement-public-safety) (salience: medium)

- Sanford Bishop Jr.: Funds first responders and youth intervention programs
- Matt Day: No documented position in our sources

### [6th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ga-06.md)

Lucy McBath (Democratic) vs. Kevin Martin (Republican)

[“Gun Safety and Public Safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ga-06.md#gun-safety-and-public-safety) (salience: high)

- Lucy McBath: Supports strict federal gun control
- Kevin Martin: Supports increased pay for first responders

### [7th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ga-07.md)

Tony Kozycki (Democratic) vs. Rich McCormick (Republican)

[“Crime and public safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ga-07.md#crime-and-public-safety) (salience: low)

- Tony Kozycki: Supports criminal justice fairness and indigent defense
- Rich McCormick: Supports law enforcement and opposes defunding police

### [10th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ga-10.md)

Pamela DeLancy (Democratic) vs. Houston Gaines (Republican)

[“Public Safety & Crime” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ga-10.md#public-safety-crime) (salience: medium)

- Pamela DeLancy: Supports community-partnered crime prevention
- Houston Gaines: Supports increased law enforcement funding

### [13th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ga-13.md)

Jasmine Clark (Democratic) vs. Jonathan Chavez (Republican)

[“Gun Safety and Public Safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ga-13.md#gun-safety-and-public-safety) (salience: medium)

- Jasmine Clark: Supports assault weapon bans and police reform
- Jonathan Chavez: Supports funding law enforcement and safe streets

### [14th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ga-14.md)

Shawn Harris (Democratic) vs. Clayton Fuller (Republican)

[“Crime & Public Safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ga-14.md#crime-public-safety) (salience: medium)

- Shawn Harris: Supports full law enforcement funding and de-escalation
- Clayton Fuller: Advocates tough-on-crime prosecution

## Hawaii

2 races

### [Governor](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-hi.md)

Joshua Green (Democratic) vs. Gary Cordery (Republican)

[“Healthcare and Drug Policy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-hi.md#healthcare-and-drug-policy) (salience: medium)

- Joshua Green: Supports statewide healthcare access and prevention
- Gary Cordery: Focuses on methamphetamine treatment and addiction recovery

### [2nd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-hi-02.md)

Jill Tokuda (Democratic) vs. Brenton Awa (Republican)

[“Gun Reform and Public Safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-hi-02.md#gun-reform-and-public-safety) (salience: medium)

- Jill Tokuda: Enact comprehensive federal gun controls
- Brenton Awa: Deploy National Guard to high-crime areas

## Illinois

13 races

### [Governor](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-il.md)

J.B. Pritzker (Democratic) vs. Darren Bailey (Republican)

[“Crime and Public Safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-il.md#crime-and-public-safety) (salience: high)

- J.B. Pritzker: Supports public health crime prevention
- Darren Bailey: Restoring law and order

### [U.S. Senate](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-il.md)

Juliana Stratton (Democratic) vs. Don Tracy (Republican)

[“Public Safety & Crime” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-il.md#public-safety-crime) (salience: medium)

- Juliana Stratton: Supports common sense gun safety
- Don Tracy: Holding violent criminals accountable

### [1st District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-il-01.md)

Jonathan Jackson (Democratic) vs. Christian Maxwell (Republican)

[“Crime & Public Safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-il-01.md#crime-public-safety) (salience: high)

- Jonathan Jackson: Supports gun control and community policing
- Christian Maxwell: Supports law enforcement and victim protection

### [2nd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-il-02.md)

Donna Miller (Democratic) vs. Mike Noack (Republican)

[“Public Safety & Gun Policy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-il-02.md#public-safety-gun-policy) (salience: medium)

- Donna Miller: Supports gun control and restorative justice
- Mike Noack: No documented position in our sources

### [3rd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-il-03.md)

Delia Ramirez (Democratic) vs. Angel Oakley (Republican)

[“Public Safety & Gun Control” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-il-03.md#public-safety-gun-control) (salience: medium)

- Delia Ramirez: Supports assault weapons ban and background checks
- Angel Oakley: Supports safe communities and local safety

### [4th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-il-04.md)

Patty Garcia (Democratic) vs. Lupe Castillo (Republican)

[“Public Safety & Second Amendment” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-il-04.md#public-safety-second-amendment) (salience: low)

- Patty Garcia: No documented position in our sources
- Lupe Castillo: Supports law enforcement, 2nd Amendment rights

### [5th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-il-05.md)

Mike Quigley (Democratic) vs. Tom Hanson (Republican)

[“Crime and public safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-il-05.md#crime-and-public-safety) (salience: high)

- Mike Quigley: Supports gun control and crime victim protections
- Tom Hanson: Supports strict prosecution and law enforcement backing

### [6th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-il-06.md)

Sean Casten (Democratic) vs. Niki Conforti (Republican)

[“Public Safety and Law Enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-il-06.md#public-safety-and-law-enforcement) (salience: medium)

- Sean Casten: Supports police reform and accountability
- Niki Conforti: Supports law enforcement and cash bail

### [8th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-il-08.md)

Melissa Bean (Democratic) vs. Jennifer Davis (Republican)

[“Public Safety and Crime” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-il-08.md#public-safety-and-crime) (salience: medium)

- Melissa Bean: Supports civil liberties and law enforcement accountability
- Jennifer Davis: Supports law enforcement support and strict enforcement

### [9th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-il-09.md)

Daniel K. Biss (Democratic) vs. John Elleson (Republican)

[“Public Safety and Criminal Justice” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-il-09.md#public-safety-and-criminal-justice) (salience: medium)

- Daniel K. Biss: Supports gun control and Second Amendment repeal
- John Elleson: Supports law enforcement and community trust

### [11th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-il-11.md)

Bill Foster (Democratic) vs. Jeffrey Walter (Republican)

[“Public Safety and Law Enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-il-11.md#public-safety-and-law-enforcement) (salience: low)

- Bill Foster: No documented position in our sources
- Jeffrey Walter: Supports fully funding police and law enforcement

### [13th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-il-13.md)

Nikki Budzinski (Democratic) vs. Jeff Wilson (Republican)

[“Public safety and law enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-il-13.md#public-safety-and-law-enforcement) (salience: medium)

- Nikki Budzinski: Supports community policing and criminal justice reform
- Jeff Wilson: Supports defending law enforcement officers

[“Healthcare and prescription drugs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-il-13.md#healthcare-and-prescription-drugs) (salience: medium)

- Nikki Budzinski: Supports a public option and lower drug prices
- Jeff Wilson: No documented position in our sources

### [17th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-il-17.md)

Eric Sorensen (Democratic) vs. Dillan Vancil (Republican)

[“Healthcare and Prescription Drugs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-il-17.md#healthcare-and-prescription-drugs) (salience: medium)

- Eric Sorensen: Supports ACA expansion and Medicare negotiation
- Dillan Vancil: No documented position in our sources

[“Public Safety and Law Enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-il-17.md#public-safety-and-law-enforcement) (salience: medium)

- Eric Sorensen: Supports law enforcement funding and safety
- Dillan Vancil: No documented position in our sources

## Kansas

3 races

### [Governor](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-ks.md)

Cindy Holscher (Democratic) vs. Ty Masterson (Republican) · Tilt R

[“Public Safety and Crime” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-ks.md#public-safety-and-crime) (salience: medium)

- Cindy Holscher: Supports criminal justice reform and harm reduction
- Ty Masterson: Increases police funding and tough-on-crime policies

### [2nd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ks-02.md)

Don Coover (Democratic) vs. Derek Schmidt (Republican)

[“Public Safety and Law Enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ks-02.md#public-safety-and-law-enforcement) (salience: medium)

- Don Coover: No documented position in our sources
- Derek Schmidt: Supports law enforcement and crime victims

### [3rd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ks-03.md)

Sharice Davids (Democratic) vs. Eric Jenkins (Republican)

[“Healthcare and prescription drug costs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ks-03.md#healthcare-and-prescription-drug-costs) (salience: medium)

- Sharice Davids: Supports expanding healthcare and lowering drug prices
- Eric Jenkins: No documented position in our sources

## Massachusetts

6 races

### [Governor](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-ma.md)

Maura Healey (Democratic) vs. Michael Minogue (Republican)

[“Immigration and public safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-ma.md#immigration-and-public-safety) (salience: high)

- Maura Healey: Supports criminal justice reform and police accountability
- Michael Minogue: Opposes sanctuary state policies and state benefits for illegal immigrants

### [3rd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ma-03.md)

Lori Trahan (Democratic) vs. Gary Grossi (Republican)

[“Public Safety and Law Enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ma-03.md#public-safety-and-law-enforcement) (salience: medium)

- Lori Trahan: Supported by firefighters; voted against DUI deportation bill
- Gary Grossi: Supports police partnerships and intact families

### [4th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ma-04.md)

Jake Auchincloss (Democratic) vs. Thomas Stalcup (Republican)

[“Healthcare & Prescription Drug Costs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ma-04.md#healthcare-prescription-drug-costs) (salience: high)

- Jake Auchincloss: Supports drug price negotiation and universal access
- Thomas Stalcup: Supports hybrid Medicare system and drug negotiations

### [6th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ma-06.md)

Dan Koh (Democratic) vs. Micah Jones (Republican)

[“Gun Safety and Public Safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ma-06.md#gun-safety-and-public-safety) (salience: medium)

- Dan Koh: Supports assault weapons ban and red flag laws
- Micah Jones: Supports law enforcement funding and mental health response

### [7th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ma-07.md)

Ayanna Pressley (Democratic) vs. No Republican nominee

[“Criminal Justice & Public Safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ma-07.md#criminal-justice-public-safety) (salience: medium)

- Ayanna Pressley: Supports structural reform of the criminal legal system

### [9th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ma-09.md)

Bill Keating (Democratic) vs. R. Tyler MacAllister (Republican)

[“Public Safety and Emergency Services” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ma-09.md#public-safety-and-emergency-services) (salience: medium)

- Bill Keating: Supports emergency responders and gun safety
- R. Tyler MacAllister: Supports local police and child safety

## Maryland

5 races

### [Governor](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-md.md)

Wes Moore (Democratic) vs. Dan Cox (Republican)

[“Crime and Public Safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-md.md#crime-and-public-safety) (salience: high)

- Wes Moore: Invests in law enforcement and violence prevention
- Dan Cox: Backs police and opposes defunding bills

### [2nd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-md-02.md)

John Olszewski Jr. (Democratic) vs. Dave Wallace (Republican)

[“Public Safety and Law Enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-md-02.md#public-safety-and-law-enforcement) (salience: medium)

- John Olszewski Jr.: Opposes mandatory immigration-based DUI deportations
- Dave Wallace: Supports police funding and anti-fentanyl measures

### [6th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-md-06.md)

April McClain Delaney (Democratic) vs. Robin Ficker (Republican)

[“Crime and Public Safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-md-06.md#crime-and-public-safety) (salience: medium)

- April McClain Delaney: Supports targeted law enforcement transparency and gun reform
- Robin Ficker: Supports law enforcement and strict sentencing

### [7th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-md-07.md)

Kweisi Mfume (Democratic) vs. Scott Collier (Republican)

[“Crime and Public Safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-md-07.md#crime-and-public-safety) (salience: high)

- Kweisi Mfume: Supports federal gun control legislation
- Scott Collier: Supports law enforcement and anti-gang measures

### [8th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-md-08.md)

Jamie Raskin (Democratic) vs. Cheryl Riley (Republican)

[“Crime and Public Safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-md-08.md#crime-and-public-safety) (salience: high)

- Jamie Raskin: No documented position in our sources
- Cheryl Riley: Supports unbridling police and law enforcement

[“Substance Abuse and Drug Crisis” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-md-08.md#substance-abuse-and-drug-crisis) (salience: low)

- Jamie Raskin: No documented position in our sources
- Cheryl Riley: Supports law-enforcement-partnered drug solutions

## Maine

2 races

### [Governor](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-me.md)

Hannah Pingree (Democratic) vs. Bobby Charles (Republican)

[“Crime, Law Enforcement, and Public Safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-me.md#crime-law-enforcement-and-public-safety) (salience: high)

- Hannah Pingree: No documented position in our sources
- Bobby Charles: Supports dismantling drug cartels and empowering police

### [1st District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-me-01.md)

Chellie Pingree (Democratic) vs. Ronald C. Russell (Republican)

[“Healthcare and Prescription Drugs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-me-01.md#healthcare-and-prescription-drugs) (salience: medium)

- Chellie Pingree: Supports Medicare for All and Canadian drug imports
- Ronald C. Russell: No documented position in our sources

[“Public Safety and Crime” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-me-01.md#public-safety-and-crime) (salience: low)

- Chellie Pingree: No documented position in our sources
- Ronald C. Russell: Supports law enforcement and crime reduction

## Minnesota

7 races

### [Governor](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-mn.md)

Amy Klobuchar (Democratic) vs. Lisa Demuth (Republican)

[“Public safety and law enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-mn.md#public-safety-and-law-enforcement) (salience: medium)

- Amy Klobuchar: Supports funding police and public safety training
- Lisa Demuth: Supports stricter criminal sentencing and police funding

[“Healthcare and prescription drugs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-mn.md#healthcare-and-prescription-drugs) (salience: medium)

- Amy Klobuchar: Supports lowering prescription drug and health insurance costs
- Lisa Demuth: Supports health finance oversight and first responder care

### [U.S. Senate](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-mn.md)

Peggy Flanagan (Democratic) vs. Michele Tafoya (Republican)

[“Crime, Fraud & Public Safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-mn.md#crime-fraud-public-safety) (salience: high)

- Peggy Flanagan: Supports due process and community-centered safety
- Michele Tafoya: Supports tough anti-fraud and law enforcement policies

### [2nd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mn-02.md)

Matt Little (Democratic) vs. Eric Pratt (Republican)

[“Public Safety & Law Enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mn-02.md#public-safety-law-enforcement) (salience: medium)

- Matt Little: Supports first responder funding and police accountability
- Eric Pratt: Supports law enforcement and crime reduction

### [3rd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mn-03.md)

Kelly Morrison (Democratic) vs. Tyler Bass (Republican)

[“Healthcare and prescription drugs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mn-03.md#healthcare-and-prescription-drugs) (salience: high)

- Kelly Morrison: Supports lowering drug costs and expanding Medicaid
- Tyler Bass: Supports underwritten insurance and food reform

### [4th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mn-04.md)

Betty McCollum (Democratic) vs. Paul Wikstrom (Republican)

[“Public Safety and Law Enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mn-04.md#public-safety-and-law-enforcement) (salience: medium)

- Betty McCollum: Supports first responders and gun safety laws
- Paul Wikstrom: Supports fully funding police and reducing crime

### [5th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mn-05.md)

Ilhan Omar (Democratic) vs. John Nagel (Republican)

[“Public safety and law enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mn-05.md#public-safety-and-law-enforcement) (salience: high)

- Ilhan Omar: Supports public safety restructuring and oversight
- John Nagel: Supports backing police and tough-on-crime policies

### [6th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mn-06.md)

Doug Chapin (Democratic) vs. Tom Emmer (Republican)

[“Public Safety and Law Enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mn-06.md#public-safety-and-law-enforcement) (salience: medium)

- Doug Chapin: No documented position in our sources
- Tom Emmer: Fund law enforcement and hold blue cities accountable

## Nebraska

4 races

### [Governor](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-ne.md)

Lynne Walz (Democratic) vs. Jim Pillen (Republican)

[“Public Safety and Border Security” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-ne.md#public-safety-and-border-security) (salience: medium)

- Lynne Walz: Supports funding for first responders and law enforcement
- Jim Pillen: Supports border enforcement and backing police

### [U.S. Senate](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-ne.md)

No Democratic nominee vs. Pete Ricketts (Republican)

[“Public Safety and Law Enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-ne.md#public-safety-and-law-enforcement) (salience: medium)

- Pete Ricketts: Supports law enforcement and strict penalties

### [2nd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ne-02.md)

Denise Powell (Democratic) vs. Brinker Harding (Republican) · Tilt D

[“Healthcare and prescription drug costs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ne-02.md#healthcare-and-prescription-drug-costs) (salience: high)

- Denise Powell: Supports public option and drug price caps
- Brinker Harding: Supports drug pricing parity and protecting entitlement benefits

[“Public safety and law enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ne-02.md#public-safety-and-law-enforcement) (salience: medium)

- Denise Powell: Supports police funding, social workers, and gun safety
- Brinker Harding: Supports law enforcement pay increases and strict crime measures

### [3rd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ne-03.md)

Becky Lynn Stille (Democratic) vs. Adrian Smith (Republican)

[“Public Safety & Law Enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ne-03.md#public-safety-law-enforcement) (salience: low)

- Becky Lynn Stille: Supports equipping law enforcement officers
- Adrian Smith: Supports strict criminal penalties and deportation mandates

## New Hampshire

2 races

### [Governor](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-nh.md)

Cinde Warmington (Democratic) vs. Kelly Ayotte (Republican)

[“Public Safety and Crime” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-nh.md#public-safety-and-crime) (salience: medium)

- Cinde Warmington: Advocates gun control and safety measures
- Kelly Ayotte: Backs law enforcement, tougher drug penalties, and gun rights

### [2nd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nh-02.md)

Maggie Goodlander (Democratic) vs. Lily Williams (Republican)

[“Healthcare & Prescription Drugs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nh-02.md#healthcare-prescription-drugs) (salience: medium)

- Maggie Goodlander: Protects the ACA and lowers prescription drug costs
- Lily Williams: Supports market-based healthcare reforms

## New Mexico

4 races

### [Governor](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-nm.md)

Debra Haaland (Democratic) vs. Gregg Hull (Republican)

[“Public Safety and Crime” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-nm.md#public-safety-and-crime) (salience: high)

- Debra Haaland: Supports community policing and law enforcement tools
- Gregg Hull: Supports zero tolerance and increased police presence

### [1st District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nm-01.md)

Melanie Ann Stansbury (Democratic) vs. Ndidiamaka Okpareke (Republican)

[“Public Safety and Criminal Justice Reform” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nm-01.md#public-safety-and-criminal-justice-reform) (salience: medium)

- Melanie Ann Stansbury: Supports behavioral health investment and cannabis reform
- Ndidiamaka Okpareke: No documented position in our sources

### [2nd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nm-02.md)

Gabriel Vasquez (Democratic) vs. Greg Cunningham (Republican) · Tilt D

[“Public safety and law enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nm-02.md#public-safety-and-law-enforcement) (salience: high)

- Gabriel Vasquez: Supports police funding and reform
- Greg Cunningham: Opposes defunding police and targets crime

### [3rd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nm-03.md)

Teresa Leger Fernandez (Democratic) vs. Martin Ruben Zamora (Republican)

[“Crime and public safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nm-03.md#crime-and-public-safety) (salience: medium)

- Teresa Leger Fernandez: Supports gun violence prevention laws
- Martin Ruben Zamora: Supports law enforcement and anti-fentanyl enforcement

## Nevada

4 races

### [Governor](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-nv.md)

Aaron Ford (Democratic) vs. Joe Lombardo (Republican) · Toss-up

[“Public Safety and Criminal Justice” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-nv.md#public-safety-and-criminal-justice) (salience: medium)

- Aaron Ford: Combats trafficking, opioids, and police misconduct
- Joe Lombardo: Stiffens criminal penalties and backs law enforcement

### [1st District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nv-01.md)

Dina Titus (Democratic) vs. Carrie Buck (Republican) · Lean D

[“Public Safety and Law Enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nv-01.md#public-safety-and-law-enforcement) (salience: medium)

- Dina Titus: No documented position in our sources
- Carrie Buck: Supports fully funding police and anti-trafficking

### [2nd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nv-02.md)

Teresa Benitez-Thompson (Democratic) vs. David Flippo (Republican)

[“Crime and Public Safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nv-02.md#crime-and-public-safety) (salience: high)

- Teresa Benitez-Thompson: Focus on safer communities
- David Flippo: Tougher sentencing and police funding

### [3rd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nv-03.md)

Susie Lee (Democratic) vs. Marty O'Donnell (Republican) · Lean D

[“Healthcare and prescription drug costs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nv-03.md#healthcare-and-prescription-drug-costs) (salience: medium)

- Susie Lee: Supports ACA protection and Medicare price negotiation
- Marty O'Donnell: No documented position in our sources

## New York

19 races

### [Governor](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-ny.md)

Kathy Hochul (Democratic) vs. Bruce Blakeman (Republican)

[“Public safety and criminal justice” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-ny.md#public-safety-and-criminal-justice) (salience: high)

- Kathy Hochul: Supports gun control and public safety programs
- Bruce Blakeman: Opposes cashless bail and sanctuary policies

### [2nd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-02.md)

Patrick Halpin (Democratic) vs. Andrew Garbarino (Republican)

[“Public safety and law enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-02.md#public-safety-and-law-enforcement) (salience: medium)

- Patrick Halpin: Promotes community policing and public safety
- Andrew Garbarino: Strongly backs law enforcement and strict penalties

### [3rd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-03.md)

Tom Suozzi (Democratic) vs. Michael LiPetri Jr. (Republican / Conservative Party) · Lean D

[“Public safety and law enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-03.md#public-safety-and-law-enforcement) (salience: medium)

- Tom Suozzi: Supports police funding, intervention, and gun safety
- Michael LiPetri Jr.: Supports law enforcement and opposes police defunding

### [4th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-04.md)

Laura Gillen (Democratic) vs. Jeanine Driscoll (Republican) · Tilt D

[“Public Safety and Law Enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-04.md#public-safety-and-law-enforcement) (salience: medium)

- Laura Gillen: Supports federal funding for local police and public safety
- Jeanine Driscoll: Supports police endorsements and law enforcement backing

### [7th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-07.md)

Claire Valdez (Democratic) vs. Melvin Rivera (Republican / Conservative Party / No Kings Party / Arts & Culture Party)

[“Public Safety and Law Enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-07.md#public-safety-and-law-enforcement) (salience: medium)

- Claire Valdez: No documented position in our sources
- Melvin Rivera: Supports fully funding police and community policing

### [8th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-08.md)

Hakeem Jeffries (Democratic) vs. Lewis Mizrahi (Republican)

[“Gun policy and public safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-08.md#gun-policy-and-public-safety) (salience: high)

- Hakeem Jeffries: Supports federal gun control measures
- Lewis Mizrahi: No documented position in our sources

### [11th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-11.md)

Michael DeCillis (Democratic) vs. Nicole Malliotakis (Republican / Conservative Party)

[“Public Safety and Crime” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-11.md#public-safety-and-crime) (salience: high)

- Michael DeCillis: No documented position in our sources
- Nicole Malliotakis: Supports law enforcement and opposes cashless bail

### [12th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-12.md)

Micah Lasher (Democratic) vs. Caroline Shinkle (Republican / Conservative Party)

[“Public Safety and Gun Control” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-12.md#public-safety-and-gun-control) (salience: medium)

- Micah Lasher: Supports assault weapon bans and gun control
- Caroline Shinkle: No documented position in our sources

### [13th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-13.md)

Darializa Avila Chevalier (Democratic) vs. Manual Williams (Republican)

[“Criminal Justice & Public Safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-13.md#criminal-justice-public-safety) (salience: medium)

- Darializa Avila Chevalier: Supports decriminalization and civil rights protections
- Manual Williams: Opposes stop-and-frisk and mass incarceration

### [14th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-14.md)

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (Democratic) vs. Diamant Hysenaj (Republican)

[“Public Safety & Police Accountability” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-14.md#public-safety-police-accountability) (salience: high)

- Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez: Supports divesting from policing and criminal justice reform
- Diamant Hysenaj: Supports police officers alongside strict officer accountability

### [15th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-15.md)

Ritchie Torres (Democratic) vs. Stylo A. Sapaskis (Republican)

[“Crime and Public Safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-15.md#crime-and-public-safety) (salience: medium)

- Ritchie Torres: Supports strict gun control and targeted criminal justice reforms
- Stylo A. Sapaskis: No documented position in our sources

### [16th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-16.md)

George Latimer (Democratic) vs. Joseph Cinquemani (Republican)

[“Public Safety and Gun Control” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-16.md#public-safety-and-gun-control) (salience: medium)

- George Latimer: Supports gun reform measures and red flag laws
- Joseph Cinquemani: Supports police coordination with federal officers

### [17th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-17.md)

Cait Conley (Democratic) vs. Michael Lawler (Republican / Conservative Party) · Toss-up

[“Healthcare and Prescription Drugs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-17.md#healthcare-and-prescription-drugs) (salience: high)

- Cait Conley: Supports public option and ACA expansion
- Michael Lawler: Supports ACA subsidies and safety-net hospital funding

[“Crime and Public Safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-17.md#crime-and-public-safety) (salience: medium)

- Cait Conley: Supports targeting violent criminals and traffickers
- Michael Lawler: Supports police funding and repealing cashless bail

### [18th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-18.md)

Pat Ryan (Democratic) vs. Jackie Auringer (Republican)

[“Crime and public safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-18.md#crime-and-public-safety) (salience: high)

- Pat Ryan: Supports law enforcement funding and gun control
- Jackie Auringer: No documented position in our sources

### [19th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-19.md)

Josh Riley (Democratic / Working Families Party) vs. Peter Oberacker (Republican / Conservative Party) · Lean D

[“Public Safety and Criminal Justice” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-19.md#public-safety-and-criminal-justice) (salience: medium)

- Josh Riley: Supports law enforcement grants and bail reform changes
- Peter Oberacker: Highlights local public safety service

### [20th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-20.md)

Paul Tonko (Democratic) vs. Ralph Ambrosio (Republican)

[“Public safety and law enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-20.md#public-safety-and-law-enforcement) (salience: medium)

- Paul Tonko: No documented position in our sources
- Ralph Ambrosio: Supports law enforcement and crime prevention

### [22nd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-22.md)

John Mannion (Democratic) vs. Kailee Buller (Republican)

[“Crime and Public Safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-22.md#crime-and-public-safety) (salience: medium)

- John Mannion: Supports law enforcement and targeted public safety legislation
- Kailee Buller: Opposes cashless bail and supports law enforcement

### [25th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-25.md)

Joseph Morelle (Democratic) vs. Virginia McIntyre (Republican)

[“Public Safety and Crime” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-25.md#public-safety-and-crime) (salience: high)

- Joseph Morelle: Supports gun reform and community safety
- Virginia McIntyre: Supports community policing and law enforcement

### [26th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-26.md)

Timothy M. Kennedy (Democratic) vs. Dennis Hannon (Republican / Conservative Party)

[“Crime and public safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-26.md#crime-and-public-safety) (salience: high)

- Timothy M. Kennedy: Supports gun safety legislation and law enforcement
- Dennis Hannon: Supports law enforcement, capital punishment, and anti-fentanyl measures

## Ohio

11 races

### [Governor](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-oh.md)

Amy Acton (Democratic) vs. Vivek Ramaswamy (Republican) · Toss-up

[“Public safety and criminal justice” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-oh.md#public-safety-and-criminal-justice) (salience: medium)

- Amy Acton: Supports fully funding police, mental health, and banning flock cameras
- Vivek Ramaswamy: Supports strict bail/sentencing, police backing, and mental health interventions

### [U.S. Senate (special)](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-oh-special.md)

Sherrod Brown (Democratic) vs. Jon Husted (Republican) · Toss-up

[“Healthcare and Prescription Drug Costs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-oh-special.md#healthcare-and-prescription-drug-costs) (salience: high)

- Sherrod Brown: Supports capping drug costs and ACA
- Jon Husted: Opposes expanded federal health subsidies

### [1st District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-oh-01.md)

Greg Landsman (Democratic) vs. Eric Conroy (Republican) · Tilt D

[“Public Safety & Crime” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-oh-01.md#public-safety-crime) (salience: medium)

- Greg Landsman: Supports federal law enforcement recruitment grants
- Eric Conroy: Supports law enforcement and strict criminal justice

### [3rd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-oh-03.md)

Joyce Beatty (Democratic) vs. Cleophus Dulaney (Republican)

[“Public Safety and Law Enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-oh-03.md#public-safety-and-law-enforcement) (salience: medium)

- Joyce Beatty: Supports criminal justice and police reform
- Cleophus Dulaney: Supports stronger police partnerships

### [7th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-oh-07.md)

Brian Poindexter (Democratic) vs. Max Miller (Republican) · Lean R

[“Public Safety and Law Enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-oh-07.md#public-safety-and-law-enforcement) (salience: low)

- Brian Poindexter: No documented position in our sources
- Max Miller: Supports increased funding for law enforcement

### [8th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-oh-08.md)

Vanessa Enoch (Democratic) vs. Warren Davidson (Republican)

[“Criminal justice and police reform” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-oh-08.md#criminal-justice-and-police-reform) (salience: low)

- Vanessa Enoch: Supports ending qualified immunity and reform models
- Warren Davidson: Supports strict enforcement and impaired driving penalties

### [10th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-oh-10.md)

Kristina Knickerbocker (Democratic) vs. Michael Turner (Republican)

[“Public safety and law enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-oh-10.md#public-safety-and-law-enforcement) (salience: medium)

- Kristina Knickerbocker: Supports funding first responders and prevention
- Michael Turner: Supports strict penalties for DUI and criminal offenses

### [11th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-oh-11.md)

Shontel Brown (Democratic) vs. Mike Kirchner (Republican)

[“Criminal justice and public safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-oh-11.md#criminal-justice-and-public-safety) (salience: medium)

- Shontel Brown: Supports police accountability and justice reform
- Mike Kirchner: No documented position in our sources

### [13th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-oh-13.md)

Emilia Sykes (Democratic) vs. Carey Coleman (Republican)

[“Public safety and criminal justice” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-oh-13.md#public-safety-and-criminal-justice) (salience: high)

- Emilia Sykes: Supports law enforcement hiring and criminal justice reform
- Carey Coleman: Supports increased police resources and tougher sentencing

### [14th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-oh-14.md)

Maria Jukic (Democratic) vs. David Joyce (Republican)

[“Healthcare & Prescription Drugs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-oh-14.md#healthcare-prescription-drugs) (salience: high)

- Maria Jukic: Supports universal coverage and Medicare expansion
- David Joyce: Opposes federal mandates and COVID restrictions

### [15th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-oh-15.md)

Don Leonard (Democratic) vs. Mike Carey (Republican)

[“Crime, law enforcement, and public safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-oh-15.md#crime-law-enforcement-and-public-safety) (salience: medium)

- Don Leonard: No documented position in our sources
- Mike Carey: Supports harsher penalties for assault on officers and local police grants

## Oregon

6 races

### [Governor](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-or.md)

Tina Kotek (Democratic) vs. Christine Drazan (Republican) · Lean D

[“Public safety and criminal justice” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-or.md#public-safety-and-criminal-justice) (salience: medium)

- Tina Kotek: Combines police resources with community violence prevention
- Christine Drazan: Supports police funding and strict law enforcement

### [U.S. Senate](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-or.md)

Jeff Merkley (Democratic) vs. David Brock Smith (Republican)

[“Public Safety & Law Enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-or.md#public-safety-law-enforcement) (salience: medium)

- Jeff Merkley: Opposed mandatory federal detention rules for certain non-citizens
- David Brock Smith: Supports law enforcement and strict criminal penalties

### [1st District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-or-01.md)

Suzanne Bonamici (Democratic) vs. Barbara Kahl (Republican)

[“Public Safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-or-01.md#public-safety) (salience: medium)

- Suzanne Bonamici: Supports gun violence prevention, community safety
- Barbara Kahl: Supports law enforcement funding, community policing

### [4th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-or-04.md)

Val Hoyle (Democratic) vs. Monique DeSpain (Republican)

[“Public Safety, Crime, and Drug Policy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-or-04.md#public-safety-crime-and-drug-policy) (salience: medium)

- Val Hoyle: Supporting first responders and DUI accountability
- Monique DeSpain: Fully funding police and stopping fentanyl

### [5th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-or-05.md)

Janelle Bynum (Democratic) vs. Patti Adair (Republican)

[“Public Safety and Law Enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-or-05.md#public-safety-and-law-enforcement) (salience: high)

- Janelle Bynum: Supports targeted safety and accountability
- Patti Adair: Supports increased law enforcement funding

### [6th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-or-06.md)

Andrea Salinas (Democratic) vs. David Russ (Republican)

[“Crime, Public Safety & Gun Policy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-or-06.md#crime-public-safety-gun-policy) (salience: medium)

- Andrea Salinas: Supports gun safety legislation and public safety funding
- David Russ: Opposes gun restrictions and supports tough-on-crime policies

## Pennsylvania

9 races

### [Governor](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-pa.md)

Josh Shapiro (Democratic) vs. Stacy Garrity (Republican)

[“Public safety and law enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-pa.md#public-safety-and-law-enforcement) (salience: low)

- Josh Shapiro: Supports state trooper funding and crime victims' rights
- Stacy Garrity: No documented position in our sources

### [1st District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-pa-01.md)

Bob Harvie (Democratic) vs. Brian Fitzpatrick (Republican) · Lean R

[“Healthcare & Prescription Drug Costs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-pa-01.md#healthcare-prescription-drug-costs) (salience: high)

- Bob Harvie: Supports lowering Medicare buy-in age and drug negotiation
- Brian Fitzpatrick: Supports market healthcare reform, Right to Try, and Medicare Advantage

[“Law Enforcement, Crime & Public Safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-pa-01.md#law-enforcement-crime-public-safety) (salience: medium)

- Bob Harvie: No documented position in our sources
- Brian Fitzpatrick: Supports law enforcement tools, penalties for targeting police, and anti-addiction programs

### [2nd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-pa-02.md)

Brendan Boyle (Democratic) vs. Jessica Arriaga (Republican)

[“Public Safety and Crime” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-pa-02.md#public-safety-and-crime) (salience: medium)

- Brendan Boyle: Supports law enforcement and targeted crime legislation
- Jessica Arriaga: Advocates for stricter safety accountability and results

### [3rd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-pa-03.md)

Christopher Rabb (Democratic) vs. Dennis Mahoney (Independent Party)

[“Public safety and criminal justice reform” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-pa-03.md#public-safety-and-criminal-justice-reform) (salience: high)

- Christopher Rabb: Supports community investment and sentencing reform
- Dennis Mahoney: No documented position in our sources

### [5th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-pa-05.md)

Mary Gay Scanlon (Democratic) vs. Nick Manganaro (Republican)

[“Public Safety and Judicial Policy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-pa-05.md#public-safety-and-judicial-policy) (salience: low)

- Mary Gay Scanlon: Supports criminal justice reform
- Nick Manganaro: Supports stable and just legal system

### [8th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-pa-08.md)

Paige Cognetti (Democratic) vs. Rob Bresnahan Jr. (Republican) · Toss-up

[“Public safety and law enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-pa-08.md#public-safety-and-law-enforcement) (salience: low)

- Paige Cognetti: Supports local safety initiatives
- Rob Bresnahan Jr.: Supports law enforcement funding

### [10th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-pa-10.md)

Janelle Stelson (Democratic) vs. Scott Perry (Republican) · Toss-up

[“Health care and prescription drugs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-pa-10.md#health-care-and-prescription-drugs) (salience: high)

- Janelle Stelson: Lowers drug prices and protects coverage
- Scott Perry: Repeals ACA for market reforms

### [12th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-pa-12.md)

Summer Lee (Democratic) vs. James Hayes (Republican)

[“Crime & Public Safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-pa-12.md#crime-public-safety) (salience: high)

- Summer Lee: Supports justice reform and community safety
- James Hayes: Supports law enforcement and strict sentencing

### [17th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-pa-17.md)

Chris Deluzio (Democratic) vs. Tony Guy (Republican)

[“Law Enforcement and Public Safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-pa-17.md#law-enforcement-and-public-safety) (salience: medium)

- Chris Deluzio: Supports targeted safety and transparency measures
- Tony Guy: Supports increased funding and backing for police

## South Carolina

5 races

### [Governor](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-sc.md)

Jermaine Johnson (Democratic) vs. Alan Wilson (Republican)

[“Public Safety and Criminal Justice” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-sc.md#public-safety-and-criminal-justice) (salience: high)

- Jermaine Johnson: Supports employment access for former felons
- Alan Wilson: Supports tough prosecution and law enforcement

### [U.S. Senate](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-sc.md)

Annie Andrews (Democratic) vs. Darline Graham (Republican)

[“Gun Violence & Public Safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-sc.md#gun-violence-public-safety) (salience: medium)

- Annie Andrews: Supports gun violence prevention legislation
- Darline Graham: No documented position in our sources

### [4th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-sc-04.md)

Courtney McClain (Democratic) vs. William Timmons (Republican)

[“Criminal Justice and Public Safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-sc-04.md#criminal-justice-and-public-safety) (salience: low)

- Courtney McClain: Supports criminal justice reform
- William Timmons: Supports strict criminal law enforcement

### [5th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-sc-05.md)

Mallory Dittmer (Democratic) vs. Wes Climer (Republican)

[“Public safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-sc-05.md#public-safety) (salience: low)

- Mallory Dittmer: Supports child and community safety measures
- Wes Climer: No documented position in our sources

### [6th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-sc-06.md)

James Clyburn (Democratic) vs. John Peterson (Republican)

[“Crime and Law Enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-sc-06.md#crime-and-law-enforcement) (salience: medium)

- James Clyburn: Opposes conservative immigration-linked crime bills
- John Peterson: Supports tough-on-crime law enforcement policies

## South Dakota

3 races

### [Governor](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-sd.md)

Dan Ahlers (Democratic) vs. Larry Rhoden (Republican)

[“Public Safety and Firearms” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-sd.md#public-safety-and-firearms) (salience: medium)

- Dan Ahlers: No documented position in our sources
- Larry Rhoden: Supports law enforcement and expanded gun rights

### [U.S. Senate](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-sd.md)

Brian Bengs (Independent) vs. Mike Rounds (Republican)

[“Border Security & Public Safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-sd.md#border-security-public-safety) (salience: medium)

- Brian Bengs: Supports stable society and funding local law enforcement
- Mike Rounds: Supports border wall and strict immigration enforcement

### [At-Large District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-sd-al.md)

Nicole Gronli (Democratic) vs. Marty J. Jackley (Republican)

[“Crime & public safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-sd-al.md#crime-public-safety) (salience: high)

- Nicole Gronli: No documented position in our sources
- Marty J. Jackley: Supports strong prosecution and backing police

## Tennessee

3 races

### [Governor](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-tn.md)

Jerri Green (Democratic) vs. Marsha Blackburn (Republican)

[“Guns and Public Safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-tn.md#guns-and-public-safety) (salience: high)

- Jerri Green: Supports stricter gun control measures
- Marsha Blackburn: Defends Second Amendment and supports strict law enforcement

### [8th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tn-08.md)

Heidi Kuhn (Democratic) vs. David Kustoff (Republican)

[“Criminal Justice & Public Safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tn-08.md#criminal-justice-public-safety) (salience: medium)

- Heidi Kuhn: Supports rehabilitation, expungement, and community trust
- David Kustoff: Supports strict law enforcement and prosecution

### [9th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tn-09.md)

Justin Pearson (Democratic) vs. Brent Taylor (Republican)

[“Public safety and criminal justice” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tn-09.md#public-safety-and-criminal-justice) (salience: high)

- Justin Pearson: No documented position in our sources
- Brent Taylor: Supports tough sentencing and police backing

## Texas

13 races

### [Governor](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-tx.md)

Gina Hinojosa (Democratic) vs. Greg Abbott (Republican)

[“Public safety and criminal justice” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-tx.md#public-safety-and-criminal-justice) (salience: medium)

- Gina Hinojosa: Criticizes automated surveillance and executive releases
- Greg Abbott: Prohibits defunding police and restricts bail

### [2nd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-02.md)

Shaun Finnie (Democratic) vs. Steve Toth (Republican)

[“Law enforcement and public safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-02.md#law-enforcement-and-public-safety) (salience: medium)

- Shaun Finnie: Supports fairness and community safety
- Steve Toth: Supports law enforcement and active shooter training

### [7th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-07.md)

Lizzie Pannill Fletcher (Democratic) vs. Alexander Hale (Republican)

[“Public Safety & Criminal Justice” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-07.md#public-safety-criminal-justice) (salience: medium)

- Lizzie Pannill Fletcher: Supports fair justice system and gun safety regulation
- Alexander Hale: Supports increased federal law enforcement resources

### [9th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-09.md)

Leticia Gutierrez (Democratic) vs. Alex Mealer (Republican)

[“Public safety and law enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-09.md#public-safety-and-law-enforcement) (salience: medium)

- Leticia Gutierrez: No documented position in our sources
- Alex Mealer: Fully resources law enforcement

### [12th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-12.md)

Heli Rodriguez Prilliman (Democratic) vs. Craig Goldman (Republican)

[“Crime & public safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-12.md#crime-public-safety) (salience: medium)

- Heli Rodriguez Prilliman: No documented position in our sources
- Craig Goldman: Supports anti-crime laws and law enforcement

### [14th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-14.md)

Thurman Bill Bartie (Democratic) vs. Randy Weber (Republican)

[“Public Safety & Mental Health” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-14.md#public-safety-mental-health) (salience: medium)

- Thurman Bill Bartie: Supports equitable policing, expanded mental healthcare
- Randy Weber: Advocates mandatory minimum sentences, increased prison funding

### [20th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-20.md)

Joaquin Castro (Democratic) vs. Edgardo Baez (Republican)

[“Public Safety and Crime” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-20.md#public-safety-and-crime) (salience: medium)

- Joaquin Castro: Opposes DUI-based deportation mandates
- Edgardo Baez: Supports law enforcement and anti-crime measures

### [21st District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-21.md)

Kristin Hook (Democratic) vs. Mark Teixeira (Republican)

[“Crime and public safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-21.md#crime-and-public-safety) (salience: medium)

- Kristin Hook: Supports community safety investments and drug treatment
- Mark Teixeira: Supports law enforcement and strict sentencing

### [22nd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-22.md)

Marquette Greene-Scott (Democratic) vs. Trever Nehls (Republican)

[“Public safety and law enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-22.md#public-safety-and-law-enforcement) (salience: medium)

- Marquette Greene-Scott: Supports criminal justice reform and public safety
- Trever Nehls: Supports fully funding and backing law enforcement

### [26th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-26.md)

Steven Shook (Democratic) vs. Brandon Gill (Republican)

[“Public Safety & Gun Policy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-26.md#public-safety-gun-policy) (salience: medium)

- Steven Shook: Supports gun safety laws and community policing
- Brandon Gill: Opposes gun control and supports strict law enforcement

### [33rd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-33.md)

Colin Allred (Democratic) vs. Patrick Gillespie (Republican)

[“Gun rights and public safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-33.md#gun-rights-and-public-safety) (salience: medium)

- Colin Allred: Supports funding law enforcement
- Patrick Gillespie: Opposes gun restrictions and red flag laws

[“Crime and drug enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-33.md#crime-and-drug-enforcement) (salience: medium)

- Colin Allred: Supports funding law enforcement
- Patrick Gillespie: Supports capital punishment for drug pushers

### [35th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-35.md)

Johnny Garcia (Democratic) vs. Carlos De La Cruz (Republican) · Lean R

[“Public Safety and Law Enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-35.md#public-safety-and-law-enforcement) (salience: high)

- Johnny Garcia: Enhance street safety using law enforcement background
- Carlos De La Cruz: Support police and restore order

### [37th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-37.md)

Greg Casar (Democratic) vs. Lauren Peña (Republican)

[“Public Safety & Law Enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-37.md#public-safety-law-enforcement) (salience: high)

- Greg Casar: Supports criminal justice and police oversight reform
- Lauren Peña: Supports law enforcement and full funding

## Wisconsin

3 races

### [Governor](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-wi.md)

David Crowley (Democratic) vs. Tom Tiffany (Republican) · Toss-up

[“Public Safety and Law Enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-wi.md#public-safety-and-law-enforcement) (salience: medium)

- David Crowley: Supports funding emergency services and local police
- Tom Tiffany: Supports law enforcement and banning sanctuary cities

### [3rd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-wi-03.md)

Rebecca Cooke (Democratic) vs. Derrick Van Orden (Republican) · Toss-up

[“Healthcare and Prescription Drugs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-wi-03.md#healthcare-and-prescription-drugs) (salience: high)

- Rebecca Cooke: Supports expanding Medicare and lowering costs
- Derrick Van Orden: Supports repealing Obamacare and lowering costs

### [6th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-wi-06.md)

Bradley Smith (Democratic) vs. Glenn Grothman (Republican)

[“Healthcare and prescription drugs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-wi-06.md#healthcare-and-prescription-drugs) (salience: high)

- Bradley Smith: Supports low-cost public option and coverage expansions
- Glenn Grothman: Supports expanding market access for generic drugs

## Alabama

4 races

### [U.S. Senate](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-al.md)

Everett Wess (Democratic) vs. Barry Moore (Republican)

[“Public Safety and Judicial Reform” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-al.md#public-safety-and-judicial-reform) (salience: high)

- Everett Wess: Supports tough fair justice and judicial equity
- Barry Moore: Supports full law enforcement funding and prosecution

### [2nd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-al-02.md)

Shomari Figures (Democratic) vs. Rhett Marques (Republican)

[“Gun policy and public safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-al-02.md#gun-policy-and-public-safety) (salience: medium)

- Shomari Figures: Holistic approach to gun violence
- Rhett Marques: Defend Second Amendment rights

### [5th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-al-05.md)

Andrew Sneed (Democratic) vs. Dale Strong (Republican)

[“Law enforcement and public safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-al-05.md#law-enforcement-and-public-safety) (salience: medium)

- Andrew Sneed: Supports community safety and public order
- Dale Strong: Opposes defunding police and supports officer funding

### [6th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-al-06.md)

Maurice Mercer (Democratic) vs. Gary Palmer (Republican)

[“Public Safety and Criminal Justice” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-al-06.md#public-safety-and-criminal-justice) (salience: medium)

- Maurice Mercer: Supports first responders alongside law enforcement accountability
- Gary Palmer: Supports strict criminal penalties and law enforcement transparency

## Delaware

1 race

### [U.S. Senate](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-de.md)

Chris Coons (Democratic) vs. Michael Katz (Republican)

[“Public safety and criminal justice” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-de.md#public-safety-and-criminal-justice) (salience: medium)

- Chris Coons: Supports police funding and community rehabilitation
- Michael Katz: Supports strict law enforcement and mandatory penalties

## Kentucky

2 races

### [U.S. Senate](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-ky.md)

Charles Booker (Democratic) vs. Andy Barr (Republican)

[“Public Safety and Law Enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-ky.md#public-safety-and-law-enforcement) (salience: medium)

- Charles Booker: Supports community policing and judicial reform
- Andy Barr: Supports police and law enforcement funding

### [1st District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ky-01.md)

Drew Williams (Democratic) vs. James Comer Jr. (Republican)

[“Healthcare & Drug Pricing” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ky-01.md#healthcare-drug-pricing) (salience: medium)

- Drew Williams: Supports healthcare reform and lower drug prices
- James Comer Jr.: Opposes federal health mandates and expansion

## Louisiana

1 race

### [U.S. Senate](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-la.md)

Jamie Davis (Democratic) vs. Julia Letlow (Republican)

[“Public Safety and Law Enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-la.md#public-safety-and-law-enforcement) (salience: medium)

- Jamie Davis: Invest in community infrastructure and local safety
- Julia Letlow: Back law enforcement and end soft-on-crime policies

## Michigan

6 races

### [U.S. Senate](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-mi.md)

Abdul El-Sayed (Democratic) vs. Mike Rogers (Republican) · Toss-up

[“Public Safety & Law Enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-mi.md#public-safety-law-enforcement) (salience: medium)

- Abdul El-Sayed: Supports community public health safety and law enforcement partnerships
- Mike Rogers: Supports tough-on-crime policies based on FBI background

### [1st District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mi-01.md)

Callie Barr (Democratic) vs. Jack Bergman (Republican)

[“Public Safety and Opioid Crisis” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mi-01.md#public-safety-and-opioid-crisis) (salience: low)

- Callie Barr: Supports full funding for first responders and mental healthcare
- Jack Bergman: Supports a comprehensive federal strategy against the opioid epidemic

### [2nd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mi-02.md)

Ben Ambrose (Democratic) vs. John Moolenaar (Republican)

[“Public Safety and Crime” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mi-02.md#public-safety-and-crime) (salience: medium)

- Ben Ambrose: Supports community policing and accountability
- John Moolenaar: No documented position in our sources

### [4th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mi-04.md)

Sean McCann (Democratic) vs. Bill Huizenga (Republican) · Lean R

[“Public safety and gun policy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mi-04.md#public-safety-and-gun-policy) (salience: low)

- Sean McCann: Funding police and gun violence prevention
- Bill Huizenga: Defending Second Amendment and supporting law enforcement

### [7th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mi-07.md)

William Lawrence (Democratic) vs. Tom Barrett (Republican) · Toss-up

[“Crime & Public Safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mi-07.md#crime-public-safety) (salience: medium)

- William Lawrence: Prosecute financial crimes and reform law enforcement conduct
- Tom Barrett: Fully fund law enforcement and back prosecutors

### [13th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mi-13.md)

Donavan McKinney (Democratic) vs. Taras Nykoriak (Republican)

[“Criminal Justice and Public Safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mi-13.md#criminal-justice-and-public-safety) (salience: medium)

- Donavan McKinney: Supports ending cash bail and reforming sentencing
- Taras Nykoriak: No documented position in our sources

## Mississippi

3 races

### [U.S. Senate](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-ms.md)

Scott Colom (Democratic) vs. Cindy Hyde-Smith (Republican)

[“Public safety and criminal justice” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-ms.md#public-safety-and-criminal-justice) (salience: medium)

- Scott Colom: Emphasizes prosecutorial crime prevention record
- Cindy Hyde-Smith: Supports strict immigration law enforcement

### [1st District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ms-01.md)

Cliff Johnson (Democratic) vs. Trent Kelly (Republican)

[“Criminal Justice and Public Safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ms-01.md#criminal-justice-and-public-safety) (salience: high)

- Cliff Johnson: Supports reforming the criminal legal system
- Trent Kelly: Supports strict law enforcement and public safety

### [3rd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ms-03.md)

Michael Chiaradio (Democratic) vs. Michael Guest (Republican)

[“Public Safety and Criminal Justice” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ms-03.md#public-safety-and-criminal-justice) (salience: medium)

- Michael Chiaradio: Supports police transparency and justice reform
- Michael Guest: Supports law enforcement and strict prosecution

## Montana

1 race

### [U.S. Senate](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-mt.md)

Alani Bankhead (Democratic) vs. Kurt Alme (Republican)

[“Public Safety, Crime & Border Security” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-mt.md#public-safety-crime-border-security) (salience: high)

- Alani Bankhead: Supports targeted border enforcement and anti-trafficking tools
- Kurt Alme: Supports strict law enforcement and border security

## North Carolina

8 races

### [U.S. Senate](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-nc.md)

Roy Cooper (Democratic) vs. Michael Whatley (Republican) · Toss-up

[“Public Safety and Criminal Justice” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-nc.md#public-safety-and-criminal-justice) (salience: high)

- Roy Cooper: Supporting law enforcement and prosecution
- Michael Whatley: Restoring law and order and backing police

[“Healthcare and Prescription Drugs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-nc.md#healthcare-and-prescription-drugs) (salience: medium)

- Roy Cooper: Expanding access and lowering healthcare costs
- Michael Whatley: No documented position in our sources

### [4th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nc-04.md)

Valerie Foushee (Democratic) vs. Mahesh Ganorkar (Republican)

[“Criminal Justice & Public Safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nc-04.md#criminal-justice-public-safety) (salience: medium)

- Valerie Foushee: Supports comprehensive police and criminal justice reform
- Mahesh Ganorkar: Supports strict law enforcement and workplace anti-bullying reform

### [6th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nc-06.md)

Cyril Jefferson (Democratic) vs. Addison McDowell (Republican)

[“Crime and public safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nc-06.md#crime-and-public-safety) (salience: medium)

- Cyril Jefferson: Supports focused deterrence and modern policing
- Addison McDowell: Supports penal measures for noncitizen crimes

### [8th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nc-08.md)

Colby Watson (Democratic) vs. Mark Harris (Republican)

[“Public safety and crime” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nc-08.md#public-safety-and-crime) (salience: medium)

- Colby Watson: Supports funding police, combating fentanyl, and expanding mental health care
- Mark Harris: Supports law enforcement and strict criminal accountability

### [10th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nc-10.md)

Ashley Bell (Democratic) vs. Pat Harrigan (Republican)

[“Public Safety & Crime” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nc-10.md#public-safety-crime) (salience: medium)

- Ashley Bell: Supports law enforcement oversight and accountability
- Pat Harrigan: Supports tough-on-crime policies and anti-gambling limits

### [11th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nc-11.md)

Jamie Ager (Democratic) vs. Jennifer Balkcom (Republican) · Lean R

[“Public Safety & Criminal Justice” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nc-11.md#public-safety-criminal-justice) (salience: medium)

- Jamie Ager: Supports increased funding and training for law enforcement
- Jennifer Balkcom: Supports tougher criminal penalties and child protections

### [12th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nc-12.md)

Alma Adams (Democratic) vs. Jack Codiga (Republican)

[“Public Safety & Crime” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nc-12.md#public-safety-crime) (salience: low)

- Alma Adams: Supports community violence prevention and police resources
- Jack Codiga: Supports strict prosecution and equal justice enforcement

### [13th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nc-13.md)

Paul Barringer (Democratic) vs. Brad Knott (Republican)

[“Crime, Law Enforcement, and Criminal Justice” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nc-13.md#crime-law-enforcement-and-criminal-justice) (salience: medium)

- Paul Barringer: Supports law enforcement resources and inmate rehabilitation
- Brad Knott: Supports tough-on-crime prosecution and backing police

## Rhode Island

3 races

### [U.S. Senate](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-ri.md)

Jack Reed (Democratic) vs. Raymond McKay (Republican)

[“Gun Control and Public Safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-ri.md#gun-control-and-public-safety) (salience: low)

- Jack Reed: Enact firearm safety regulations
- Raymond McKay: No documented position in our sources

### [1st District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ri-01.md)

Gabe Amo (Democratic) vs. Kellie Keenan (Republican)

[“Gun Violence Prevention and Public Safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ri-01.md#gun-violence-prevention-and-public-safety) (salience: medium)

- Gabe Amo: Supports assault weapon bans and universal background checks
- Kellie Keenan: Supports constitutional rights and public safety

### [2nd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ri-02.md)

Seth Magaziner (Democratic) vs. Victor Mellor (Republican)

[“Healthcare and Prescription Drugs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ri-02.md#healthcare-and-prescription-drugs) (salience: high)

- Seth Magaziner: Supports ACA protection and Medicare drug negotiation
- Victor Mellor: Supports Most Favored Nation drug pricing and transparency

## Alaska

1 race

### [At-Large District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ak-al.md)

Bill Hill (Nonpartisan) vs. Nicholas Begich (Republican)

[“Healthcare and Prescription Drugs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ak-al.md#healthcare-and-prescription-drugs) (salience: high)

- Bill Hill: Supports Medicaid expansion and prescription caps
- Nicholas Begich: Supports healthcare competition and Medicaid work requirements

[“Public Safety and Fentanyl” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ak-al.md#public-safety-and-fentanyl) (salience: medium)

- Bill Hill: Supports border security and firefighter health
- Nicholas Begich: Supports community protection and law enforcement

## Arizona

5 races

### [1st District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-az-01.md)

Amish Shah (Democratic) vs. Jay Feely (Republican) · Toss-up

[“Public Safety & Gun Rights” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-az-01.md#public-safety-gun-rights) (salience: medium)

- Amish Shah: Reduces gun violence and fully funds police
- Jay Feely: Defends Second Amendment and backs police

### [5th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-az-05.md)

Elizabeth Lee (Democratic) vs. Mark Lamb (Republican)

[“Public Safety, Law Enforcement & Gun Policy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-az-05.md#public-safety-law-enforcement-gun-policy) (salience: medium)

- Elizabeth Lee: Supports gun violence prevention measures
- Mark Lamb: Supports law enforcement and ending qualified immunity for lenient officials

### [6th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-az-06.md)

JoAnna Mendoza (Democratic) vs. Juan Ciscomani (Republican) · Toss-up

[“Public safety & crime” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-az-06.md#public-safety-crime) (salience: medium)

- JoAnna Mendoza: Supports police funding, body cameras, and crisis response
- Juan Ciscomani: Supports law enforcement funding and strict criminal laws

### [7th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-az-07.md)

Adelita Grijalva (Democratic) vs. Daniel Butierez Sr. (Republican)

[“Criminal justice and public safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-az-07.md#criminal-justice-and-public-safety) (salience: medium)

- Adelita Grijalva: Supports anti-hate crime prevention and immigration due process
- Daniel Butierez Sr.: Supports cartels focus and federal law enforcement checks

### [8th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-az-08.md)

Bernadette Greene Placentia (Democratic) vs. Abraham Hamadeh (Republican)

[“Crime, law enforcement, and fentanyl” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-az-08.md#crime-law-enforcement-and-fentanyl) (salience: medium)

- Bernadette Greene Placentia: Supports law enforcement funding with police reform
- Abraham Hamadeh: Supports law enforcement and reclassifying fentanyl

## Iowa

2 races

### [2nd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ia-02.md)

Lindsay James (Democratic) vs. Joe Mitchell (Republican) · Lean R

[“Public Safety and Gun Policy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ia-02.md#public-safety-and-gun-policy) (salience: medium)

- Lindsay James: Supports common-sense gun safety reform
- Joe Mitchell: Supports police funding and Second Amendment

### [4th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ia-04.md)

Dave Dawson (Democratic) vs. Chris McGowan (Republican)

[“Veterans & Public Safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ia-04.md#veterans-public-safety) (salience: medium)

- Dave Dawson: Supports fully funding VA and veteran benefits
- Chris McGowan: Supports military funding and robust veteran advocacy

[“Healthcare & Prescription Drugs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ia-04.md#healthcare-prescription-drugs) (salience: medium)

- Dave Dawson: Supports expanding healthcare access and coverage
- Chris McGowan: No documented position in our sources

## Indiana

5 races

### [1st District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-in-01.md)

Frank Mrvan (Democratic) vs. Barb Regnitz (Republican)

[“Public Safety and Law Enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-in-01.md#public-safety-and-law-enforcement) (salience: medium)

- Frank Mrvan: Supports law enforcement and victim protection
- Barb Regnitz: Supports strict law enforcement prosecution

[“Healthcare and Prescription Drugs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-in-01.md#healthcare-and-prescription-drugs) (salience: medium)

- Frank Mrvan: Supports lowering prescription drug costs
- Barb Regnitz: Supports food nutrition and health reform

### [2nd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-in-02.md)

Jamee Decio (Democratic) vs. Rudy Yakym (Republican)

[“Public safety and law enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-in-02.md#public-safety-and-law-enforcement) (salience: medium)

- Jamee Decio: Emphasizes law enforcement background as deputy
- Rudy Yakym: Supports law enforcement and conservative governance

### [5th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-in-05.md)

J.D. Ford (Democratic) vs. Victoria Spartz (Republican)

[“Healthcare & Prescription Drug Costs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-in-05.md#healthcare-prescription-drug-costs) (salience: high)

- J.D. Ford: Supports lowering costs and expanding Medicaid
- Victoria Spartz: Supports free-market healthcare transparency and competition

[“Gun Ownership & Public Safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-in-05.md#gun-ownership-public-safety) (salience: medium)

- J.D. Ford: Supports common-sense gun safety laws
- Victoria Spartz: Supports Second Amendment rights and law enforcement

### [7th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-in-07.md)

André Carson (Democratic) vs. Patrick McAuley (Republican)

[“Public safety and law enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-in-07.md#public-safety-and-law-enforcement) (salience: high)

- André Carson: Supports federal law enforcement grants and reform
- Patrick McAuley: Supports community policing and precinct residency

### [9th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-in-09.md)

Brad Meyer (Democratic) vs. Erin Houchin (Republican)

[“Public Safety and Law Enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-in-09.md#public-safety-and-law-enforcement) (salience: low)

- Brad Meyer: No documented position in our sources
- Erin Houchin: Supports law enforcement funding

## Missouri

2 races

### [1st District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mo-01.md)

Wesley Bell (Democratic) vs. Paul Berry (Republican)

[“Gun policy and public safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mo-01.md#gun-policy-and-public-safety) (salience: high)

- Wesley Bell: Supports gun reform and community diversion
- Paul Berry: Supports 2nd Amendment and police reform

### [2nd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mo-02.md)

Frederick Wellman (Democratic) vs. Ann Wagner (Republican)

[“Healthcare & Prescription Drugs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mo-02.md#healthcare-prescription-drugs) (salience: high)

- Frederick Wellman: Supports public option and Medicare buy-in
- Ann Wagner: Supports repealing ACA and free-market reform

## North Dakota

1 race

### [At-Large District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nd-al.md)

Trygve Hammer (Democratic) vs. Julie Fedorchak (Republican)

[“Healthcare and Prescription Drugs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nd-al.md#healthcare-and-prescription-drugs) (salience: medium)

- Trygve Hammer: Lowers prescription drug costs
- Julie Fedorchak: No documented position in our sources

## New Jersey

8 races

### [1st District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nj-01.md)

Donald Norcross (Democratic) vs. Damon Galdo (Republican)

[“Crime and public safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nj-01.md#crime-and-public-safety) (salience: medium)

- Donald Norcross: Supports community safety and gun control reforms
- Damon Galdo: Supports tough-on-crime legislation and law enforcement

### [3rd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nj-03.md)

Herbert C. Conaway Jr. (Democratic) vs. Michael McGuire (Republican)

[“Healthcare and prescription drug costs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nj-03.md#healthcare-and-prescription-drug-costs) (salience: high)

- Herbert C. Conaway Jr.: Supports drug price caps and expanded coverage
- Michael McGuire: Supports lowering healthcare costs for families

[“Public safety and criminal justice” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nj-03.md#public-safety-and-criminal-justice) (salience: medium)

- Herbert C. Conaway Jr.: Focused on youth safety and health protection measures
- Michael McGuire: Supports law enforcement, first responders, and public safety

### [6th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nj-06.md)

Frank Pallone Jr. (Democratic) vs. Hillary Herzig (Republican)

[“Crime, Public Safety, and Civil Liberties” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nj-06.md#crime-public-safety-and-civil-liberties) (salience: medium)

- Frank Pallone Jr.: Supports law enforcement while opposing strict deportation mandates
- Hillary Herzig: Supports law and order with surveillance restrictions

### [7th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nj-07.md)

Rebecca Bennett (Democratic) vs. Thomas Kean Jr. (Republican) · Toss-up

[“Gun Safety and Public Safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nj-07.md#gun-safety-and-public-safety) (salience: medium)

- Rebecca Bennett: Enacting stricter gun safety regulations
- Thomas Kean Jr.: Supporting law enforcement and toughening crime penalties

### [9th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nj-09.md)

Nellie Pou (Democratic) vs. Rosemary Pino (Republican) · Lean D

[“Public safety and law enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nj-09.md#public-safety-and-law-enforcement) (salience: medium)

- Nellie Pou: Supports funding police and community security
- Rosemary Pino: Supports fully funding police and opposing defund movements

### [10th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nj-10.md)

LaMonica McIver (Democratic) vs. Carmen Bucco (Republican)

[“Public Safety, Crime, and Law Enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nj-10.md#public-safety-crime-and-law-enforcement) (salience: high)

- LaMonica McIver: Supports public health approach to safety
- Carmen Bucco: Supports police and tough-on-crime policies

[“Healthcare and Prescription Drugs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nj-10.md#healthcare-and-prescription-drugs) (salience: medium)

- LaMonica McIver: Supports expanding affordable healthcare access
- Carmen Bucco: Supports expanding senior healthcare services

### [11th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nj-11.md)

Analilia Mejia (Democratic) vs. Joe Hathaway (Republican)

[“Public Safety, Border Security & Foreign Policy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nj-11.md#public-safety-border-security-foreign-policy) (salience: medium)

- Analilia Mejia: Supports abolishing ICE and protecting 14th Amendment rights
- Joe Hathaway: Supports law enforcement funding, border enforcement, and foreign allies

### [12th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nj-12.md)

Adam Hamawy (Democratic) vs. Gregg Mele (Republican)

[“Public Safety and Gun Rights” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nj-12.md#public-safety-and-gun-rights) (salience: medium)

- Adam Hamawy: Supports protecting civil rights and ending law enforcement abuse
- Gregg Mele: Supports fully funding police and Second Amendment rights

## Oklahoma

1 race

### [1st District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ok-01.md)

John Croisant (Democratic) vs. Mark Tedford (Republican)

[“Public Safety & Gun Policy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ok-01.md#public-safety-gun-policy) (salience: medium)

- John Croisant: Supports illegal firearm enforcement and public safety
- Mark Tedford: Supports Second Amendment protections

## Virginia

7 races

### [1st District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-va-01.md)

Shannon Taylor (Democratic) vs. Robert J. Wittman (Republican) · Lean R

[“Public Safety & Criminal Justice” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-va-01.md#public-safety-criminal-justice) (salience: medium)

- Shannon Taylor: Supports tough prosecution and illegal gun enforcement
- Robert J. Wittman: Supports stricter penalties and immigration crime enforcement

### [3rd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-va-03.md)

Robert C. Scott (Democratic) vs. Edwin Rivera (Republican)

[“Public Safety and Criminal Justice” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-va-03.md#public-safety-and-criminal-justice) (salience: medium)

- Robert C. Scott: Supports evidence-based criminal justice reform
- Edwin Rivera: Supports strict judicial accountability and law enforcement funding

### [5th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-va-05.md)

Tom Perriello (Democratic) vs. John McGuire (Republican)

[“Public safety and law enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-va-05.md#public-safety-and-law-enforcement) (salience: medium)

- Tom Perriello: Supports funding law enforcement and public safety
- John McGuire: Backs law enforcement equipment and anti-gang initiatives

### [6th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-va-06.md)

Beth Macy (Democratic) vs. Benjamin Lee Cline (Republican)

[“Public Safety and Law Enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-va-06.md#public-safety-and-law-enforcement) (salience: medium)

- Beth Macy: No documented position in our sources
- Benjamin Lee Cline: Supports law enforcement and public safety funding

### [7th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-va-07.md)

Eugene Vindman (Democratic) vs. Douglas Ollivant (Republican)

[“Law Enforcement and Public Safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-va-07.md#law-enforcement-and-public-safety) (salience: low)

- Eugene Vindman: Supports police funding and root-cause prevention
- Douglas Ollivant: Supports law enforcement resources and strict penalties

### [10th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-va-10.md)

Suhas Subramanyam (Democratic) vs. Dave Beckwith (Republican)

[“Public Safety and Crime” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-va-10.md#public-safety-and-crime) (salience: high)

- Suhas Subramanyam: Supports public safety with balanced criminal justice reform
- Dave Beckwith: Supports firm law enforcement and victim-centered justice

### [11th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-va-11.md)

James Walkinshaw (Democratic) vs. Arthur Purves (Republican)

[“Public Safety & Domestic Violence” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-va-11.md#public-safety-domestic-violence) (salience: low)

- James Walkinshaw: Supports VAWA reauthorization and community policing
- Arthur Purves: Attributes crime to moral decline

## Vermont

1 race

### [At-Large District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-vt-al.md)

Becca Balint (Democratic) vs. Gerald Malloy (Republican)

[“Healthcare and Prescription Drug Costs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-vt-al.md#healthcare-and-prescription-drug-costs) (salience: high)

- Becca Balint: Supports Medicare for All and drug price caps
- Gerald Malloy: Supports market reforms and patent law changes

[“Public Safety and Criminal Justice” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-vt-al.md#public-safety-and-criminal-justice) (salience: medium)

- Becca Balint: Supports police accountability reforms and unarmed emergency responders
- Gerald Malloy: Supports law enforcement funding and preserving qualified immunity

## Washington

8 races

### [1st District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-wa-01.md)

Suzan DelBene (Democratic) vs. Mary Silva (Republican)

[“Public Safety & Gun Violence” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-wa-01.md#public-safety-gun-violence) (salience: low)

- Suzan DelBene: Supports community policing and gun safety
- Mary Silva: Supports local domestic police tech

### [2nd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-wa-02.md)

Rick Larsen (Democratic) vs. Edwin Feller (Republican)

[“Public Safety and Fentanyl” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-wa-02.md#public-safety-and-fentanyl) (salience: high)

- Rick Larsen: Funding addiction recovery and law enforcement
- Edwin Feller: Enforcing Safe Streets and anti-cartel measures

### [3rd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-wa-03.md)

Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (Democratic) vs. John Braun (Republican) · Toss-up

[“Crime & Public Safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-wa-03.md#crime-public-safety) (salience: high)

- Marie Gluesenkamp Perez: Supports officer pay and local law enforcement
- John Braun: Supports law enforcement and camping bans

### [4th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-wa-04.md)

John Duresky (Democratic) vs. Amanda McKinney (Republican)

[“Public Safety and Law Enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-wa-04.md#public-safety-and-law-enforcement) (salience: medium)

- John Duresky: No documented position in our sources
- Amanda McKinney: Supports law enforcement and anti-crime laws

### [6th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-wa-06.md)

Emily Randall (Democratic) vs. Teresa Fox (Republican)

[“Public Safety and Law Enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-wa-06.md#public-safety-and-law-enforcement) (salience: medium)

- Emily Randall: Supports community public safety and firefighter labor
- Teresa Fox: Supports federal funding floor for police hiring

### [7th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-wa-07.md)

Pramila Jayapal (Democratic) vs. Nirav Sheth (Republican)

[“Public safety and law enforcement” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-wa-07.md#public-safety-and-law-enforcement) (salience: high)

- Pramila Jayapal: Supports criminal justice reform and equity
- Nirav Sheth: Supports increased funding for law enforcement

### [8th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-wa-08.md)

Kim Schrier (Democratic) vs. Spencer Meline (Republican)

[“Public safety and crime” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-wa-08.md#public-safety-and-crime) (salience: medium)

- Kim Schrier: Supports gun safety legislation and research
- Spencer Meline: Supports law enforcement funding and fentanyl prosecution

### [9th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-wa-09.md)

D. Adam Smith (Democratic) vs. Douglas Michael Basler (Republican)

[“Public safety and criminal justice” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-wa-09.md#public-safety-and-criminal-justice) (salience: high)

- D. Adam Smith: Supports rehabilitative justice and police oversight
- Douglas Michael Basler: Supports law enforcement and crime accountability

A race appears here because its own issue guide names this topic — the quoted name under each race is the campaign-facing wording, linking straight to that issue on the race page. Topics are grouped by keyword and a race can appear under more than one topic. Data gathered October 9, 2026.