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

# Taxes & government spending: where 2026 candidates stand

246 races · Democratic nominees documented in 212 · Republican in 213 · 669 verbatim quotes

## Salience · Taxes & government spending

Of the 264 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.

208 high, 49 medium, 7 low

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

## Alaska

3 races

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

Jonathan Kreiss-Tomkins (Democratic) vs. Bernadette Wilson (Republican) · Toss-up

[“Permanent Fund Dividend & Fiscal Policy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-ak.md#permanent-fund-dividend-fiscal-policy) (salience: high)

- Jonathan Kreiss-Tomkins: Supports constitutional protection and taxing oil companies
- Bernadette Wilson: Demands paying statutory PFD formula

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

Mary Peltola (Democratic) vs. Dan S. Sullivan (Republican) · Toss-up

[“Taxes and wages” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-ak.md#taxes-and-wages) (salience: medium)

- Mary Peltola: Supports middle-class tax cuts and wage incentives
- Dan S. Sullivan: Supports broad tax cuts and tip deductions

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

Bill Hill (Nonpartisan) vs. Nicholas Begich (Republican)

[“Federal Budget and Monetary Policy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ak-al.md#federal-budget-and-monetary-policy) (salience: medium)

- Bill Hill: Supports deficit reduction and ending tax cuts
- Nicholas Begich: Supports cryptocurrency and opposes CBDCs

## Alabama

6 races

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

Doug Jones (Democratic) vs. Tommy Tuberville (Republican)

[“Economy, Taxes & Cost of Living” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-al.md#economy-taxes-cost-of-living) (salience: high)

- Doug Jones: Lowering costs and raising worker wages
- Tommy Tuberville: Cutting taxes, deregulation, and spending reduction

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

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

[“Economy and Tax Policy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-al.md#economy-and-tax-policy) (salience: high)

- Everett Wess: Supports expanding jobs and economic opportunity
- Barry Moore: Supports tax cuts and spending reductions

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

Clyde Jones (Democratic) vs. Jerry Carl (Republican)

[“Economy and Spending” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-al-01.md#economy-and-spending) (salience: high)

- Clyde Jones: Supports worker rights and affordability
- Jerry Carl: Supports fiscal restraints and tax relief

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

Lee McInnis (Democratic) vs. Mike Rogers (Republican)

[“Economy and Taxes” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-al-03.md#economy-and-taxes) (salience: high)

- Lee McInnis: Supports tax hikes on wealthy and corporations
- Mike Rogers: Supports spending cuts and conservative growth policies

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

Amanda Pusczek (Democratic) vs. Robert Aderholt (Republican)

[“Economy and taxes” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-al-04.md#economy-and-taxes) (salience: high)

- Amanda Pusczek: Supports higher taxes on millionaires and expanded safety-net programs
- Robert Aderholt: Supports tax cuts, deregulation, and domestic manufacturing

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

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

[“Economy, taxes, and federal spending” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-al-05.md#economy-taxes-and-federal-spending) (salience: high)

- Andrew Sneed: Supports tax fairness and repealing tariffs
- Dale Strong: Opposes tax hikes and supports spending cuts

## Arkansas

5 races

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

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

[“Economy and Taxes” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-ar.md#economy-and-taxes) (salience: high)

- Fredrick Love: Supports infrastructure investments and small business development
- Sarah Huckabee Sanders: Supports individual and corporate tax reductions

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

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

[“Economy, Taxes, and Cost of Living” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-ar.md#economy-taxes-and-cost-of-living) (salience: high)

- Hallie Shoffner: Supports tax cuts for working families and raising wages
- Tom Cotton: Supports broad tax cuts and domestic energy production

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

Chris Jones (Democratic) vs. French Hill (Republican)

[“Government Spending & Fiscal Policy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ar-02.md#government-spending-fiscal-policy) (salience: medium)

- Chris Jones: Ensuring fiscal responsibility and steward tax dollars
- French Hill: Balancing the budget and curbing waste

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

Robb Ryerse (Democratic) vs. Steve Womack (Republican)

[“Economy, Budget, and Taxes” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ar-03.md#economy-budget-and-taxes) (salience: high)

- Robb Ryerse: Supports middle-class tax cuts and higher wages
- Steve Womack: Supports fiscal restraint and tax relief

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

James Russell (Democratic) vs. Bruce Westerman (Republican)

[“Economy and Taxes” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ar-04.md#economy-and-taxes) (salience: high)

- James Russell: Supports raising wages and progressive taxation
- Bruce Westerman: Supports tax cuts and deregulation

## Arizona

4 races

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

Katie Hobbs (Democratic) vs. Andy Biggs (Republican) · Toss-up

[“Economy and Taxes” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-az.md#economy-and-taxes) (salience: high)

- Katie Hobbs: Supports targeted family tax relief
- Andy Biggs: Supports eliminating state income tax

[“Government Reform and Spending” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-az.md#government-reform-and-spending) (salience: medium)

- Katie Hobbs: Supports ethics and lobbying reforms
- Andy Biggs: Supports spending reductions and term limits

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

Greg Stanton (Democratic) vs. Zuhdi Jasser (Republican)

[“Economy and tax policy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-az-04.md#economy-and-tax-policy) (salience: high)

- Greg Stanton: Supports bipartisan tax relief and fiscal stability
- Zuhdi Jasser: Supports 15% flat tax and spending caps

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

Elizabeth Lee (Democratic) vs. Mark Lamb (Republican)

[“Economy, Spending & Housing” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-az-05.md#economy-spending-housing) (salience: high)

- Elizabeth Lee: Supports economic equity and affordable housing reform
- Mark Lamb: Supports fiscal discipline and cost reduction

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

Adelita Grijalva (Democratic) vs. Daniel Butierez Sr. (Republican)

[“Economy and taxes” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-az-07.md#economy-and-taxes) (salience: high)

- Adelita Grijalva: Supports progressive taxation and worker protection
- Daniel Butierez Sr.: Supports tax cuts and mining development

## Colorado

3 races

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

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

[“Taxes, Economic Growth, & Jobs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-co.md#taxes-economic-growth-jobs) (salience: high)

- Phil Weiser: Supports workforce programs and small business aid
- Victor Marx: Supports income tax cuts and banning ESG mandates

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

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

[“Economy and Taxation” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-co-06.md#economy-and-taxation) (salience: high)

- Jason Crow: Supports workforce development and consumer protections
- Jason Ray Clark: Supports eliminating state income tax

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

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

[“Cost of Living and Taxes” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-co-07.md#cost-of-living-and-taxes) (salience: high)

- Brittany Pettersen: Supports middle-class tax relief and price-gouging protections
- Timothy Bennett: Supports spending cuts and reducing inflation

## Connecticut

4 races

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

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

[“Taxes & Economic Policy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-ct.md#taxes-economic-policy) (salience: high)

- Ned Lamont: Delivered middle-class tax relief and corporate fair-share initiatives
- Ryan Fazio: Advocates across-the-board income tax cuts and property tax caps

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

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

[“Cost of Living & Taxes” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ct-01.md#cost-of-living-taxes) (salience: high)

- Luke Bronin: Supports progressive tax increases on high earners
- Amy Chai: Supports eliminating self-employment tax and taxing trades

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

Joe Courtney (Democratic) vs. George Austin (Republican)

[“Government Spending & Economy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ct-02.md#government-spending-economy) (salience: high)

- Joe Courtney: Supports middle-class investments and clean energy
- George Austin: Supports fiscal restraint and tax cuts

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

Jahana Hayes (Democratic) vs. Chris Shea (Republican)

[“Economy & Taxes” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ct-05.md#economy-taxes) (salience: medium)

- Jahana Hayes: Supports wage increases and workforce training
- Chris Shea: No documented position in our sources

## Georgia

7 races

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

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

[“Cost of Living and Taxes” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-ga.md#cost-of-living-and-taxes) (salience: high)

- Keisha Bottoms: Supports targeted tax relief and local sales tax flexibility
- Rick Jackson: Supports state income tax cuts and property tax freezes

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

Jon Ossoff (Democratic) vs. Mike Collins (Republican) · Toss-up

[“Government Spending & Budget” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-ga.md#government-spending-budget) (salience: medium)

- Jon Ossoff: Targets corporate giveaways and fraud
- Mike Collins: Supports balanced budget and cuts

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

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

[“Taxes, Budget & Government Governance” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ga-02.md#taxes-budget-government-governance) (salience: low)

- Sanford Bishop Jr.: Supports bipartisan tax relief and balanced spending
- Matt Day: Pledges to curb government spending and waste

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

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

[“Economy and Taxes” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ga-06.md#economy-and-taxes) (salience: high)

- Lucy McBath: Supports middle-class tax relief
- Kevin Martin: Advocates fiscal auditing and controlled growth

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

Kelly Esti (Democratic) vs. Austin Scott (Republican)

[“Economy, Taxation, and Spending” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ga-08.md#economy-taxation-and-spending) (salience: high)

- Kelly Esti: Supports corporate tax increases and cost relief
- Austin Scott: Opposes tax increases and advocates spend cuts

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

Caitlyn Gegen (Democratic) vs. Andrew Clyde (Republican)

[“Economy and Taxation” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ga-09.md#economy-and-taxation) (salience: high)

- Caitlyn Gegen: Supports higher minimum wage and anti-monopoly enforcement
- Andrew Clyde: Supports FairTax system and dismantling IRS

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

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

[“Economy, Inflation, and Tax Policy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ga-13.md#economy-inflation-and-tax-policy) (salience: high)

- Jasmine Clark: Supports higher minimum wage and taxing corporations
- Jonathan Chavez: Supports FairTax proposal and cutting regulations

## Hawaii

1 race

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

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

[“Cost of Living and Taxes” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-hi.md#cost-of-living-and-taxes) (salience: high)

- Joshua Green: Supports middle-class tax relief
- Gary Cordery: Advocates tax elimination and deregulation

## Iowa

2 races

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

Rob Sand (Democratic) vs. Zach Lahn (Republican) · Toss-up

[“Economy, Taxation, and Spending” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-ia.md#economy-taxation-and-spending) (salience: medium)

- Rob Sand: Supports reining in deficits and rural remote jobs
- Zach Lahn: Supports lower taxes and local business preference

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

Dave Dawson (Democratic) vs. Chris McGowan (Republican)

[“Economy & Taxes” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ia-04.md#economy-taxes) (salience: high)

- Dave Dawson: Supports higher wages and corporate accountability
- Chris McGowan: Supports business growth and spending cuts

[“Social Security & Fiscal Policy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ia-04.md#social-security-fiscal-policy) (salience: low)

- Dave Dawson: Supports protecting Social Security and Medicare benefits
- Chris McGowan: No documented position in our sources

## Idaho

2 races

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

Terri Pickens (Democratic) vs. Brad Little (Republican)

[“Economy, Taxes & Cost of living” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-id.md#economy-taxes-cost-of-living) (salience: high)

- Terri Pickens: Supports worker investment, opposes corporate tax cuts
- Brad Little: Supports income tax cuts, conservative growth policy

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

Todd Achilles (Independent) vs. Jim Risch (Republican)

[“Economy, Inflation, and Tax Policy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-id.md#economy-inflation-and-tax-policy) (salience: high)

- Todd Achilles: Targets corporate monopolies and loopholes
- Jim Risch: Supports tax cuts and spending reduction

## Illinois

14 races

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

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

[“Taxes and Economy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-il.md#taxes-and-economy) (salience: high)

- J.B. Pritzker: Supports balanced budgets and investments
- Darren Bailey: Lowering taxes and cutting spending

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

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

[“Economy & Taxation” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-il-01.md#economy-taxation) (salience: high)

- Jonathan Jackson: Supports high-tech workforce training and small business growth
- Christian Maxwell: Supports lower taxes and spending cuts

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

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

[“Taxes and Economy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-il-02.md#taxes-and-economy) (salience: high)

- Donna Miller: Supports fair wages and taxing billionaires
- Mike Noack: Supports rolling back taxes and federal spending

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

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

[“Economy & Taxation” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-il-04.md#economy-taxation) (salience: high)

- Patty Garcia: Supports higher wages, corporate price-gouging penalties
- Lupe Castillo: Supports tax cuts, cutting government spending

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

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

[“Economy, taxes, and federal spending” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-il-05.md#economy-taxes-and-federal-spending) (salience: high)

- Mike Quigley: Supports balanced budgets and infrastructure investments
- Tom Hanson: Supports tax reform and federal spending limits

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

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

[“Economy, Spending, and Taxes” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-il-06.md#economy-spending-and-taxes) (salience: high)

- Sean Casten: Supports middle-class growth and targeted investments
- Niki Conforti: Opposes debt ceiling increases and tax hikes

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

La Shawn Ford (Democratic) vs. Chad Koppie (Republican)

[“Economy, Spending & Taxes” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-il-07.md#economy-spending-taxes) (salience: high)

- La Shawn Ford: Supports living wages and small business development
- Chad Koppie: Supports 3% annual federal spending cuts and tax cuts

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

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

[“Economy, Cost of Living, and Taxes” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-il-08.md#economy-cost-of-living-and-taxes) (salience: high)

- Melissa Bean: Supports middle-class investments and affordability
- Jennifer Davis: Supports federal tax cuts and deregulation

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

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

[“Taxes and Wealth Inequality” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-il-09.md#taxes-and-wealth-inequality) (salience: medium)

- Daniel K. Biss: Supports wealth tax and corporate rate hikes
- John Elleson: No documented position in our sources

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

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

[“Economy and Taxes” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-il-11.md#economy-and-taxes) (salience: high)

- Bill Foster: Supports Democratic economic regulations and opposition to tax cuts
- Jeffrey Walter: Supports making Trump tax cuts permanent and cutting spending

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

Julie Fortier (Democratic) vs. Mike Bost (Republican)

[“Government Spending and Social Security” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-il-12.md#government-spending-and-social-security) (salience: medium)

- Julie Fortier: No documented position in our sources
- Mike Bost: Opposes Social Security privatization and advocates budget cuts

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

Lauren Underwood (Democratic) vs. James Marter (Republican)

[“Economy, Taxes & Federal Spending” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-il-14.md#economy-taxes-federal-spending) (salience: medium)

- Lauren Underwood: Supports targeted tax relief and middle-class investments
- James Marter: Supports spending cuts and flat tax implementation

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

Jennifer Todd (Democratic) vs. Mary Miller (Republican)

[“Economy, Taxes, and Spending” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-il-15.md#economy-taxes-and-spending) (salience: medium)

- Jennifer Todd: Supports working families, fair wages, and district investments
- Mary Miller: Supports tax cuts, deregulation, and deficit reductions

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

Paul Nolley (Democratic) vs. Darin LaHood (Republican)

[“Economy, Jobs & Government Spending” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-il-16.md#economy-jobs-government-spending) (salience: high)

- Paul Nolley: Supports revival of manufacturing and union jobs
- Darin LaHood: Advocates spending cuts and deregulation

## Kansas

4 races

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

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

[“Property Taxes and Tax Policy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-ks.md#property-taxes-and-tax-policy) (salience: high)

- Cindy Holscher: Lowers residential assessment rates and homesteads
- Ty Masterson: Caps property taxes and reduces spending

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

Lauren Reinhold (Democratic) vs. Tracey Mann (Republican)

[“Economy, taxes, and labor” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ks-01.md#economy-taxes-and-labor) (salience: high)

- Lauren Reinhold: Supports living wages and higher corporate taxes
- Tracey Mann: Supports tax relief and pro-business deregulation

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

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

[“Economy, government spending, and taxes” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ks-03.md#economy-government-spending-and-taxes) (salience: high)

- Sharice Davids: Lowers living costs through fiscal accountability
- Eric Jenkins: Supports spending cuts and balanced budget

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

Katy Tyndell (Democratic) vs. Ron Estes (Republican)

[“Economy and Taxes” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ks-04.md#economy-and-taxes) (salience: high)

- Katy Tyndell: Lowers costs for working families
- Ron Estes: Supports tax cuts and deregulation

## Massachusetts

5 races

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

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

[“Cost of living, taxes, and government spending” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-ma.md#cost-of-living-taxes-and-government-spending) (salience: high)

- Maura Healey: Supports targeted tax relief and family tax credits
- Michael Minogue: Supports tax cuts and spending reductions

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

Edward J. Markey (Democratic) vs. John Deaton (Republican)

[“Economy, Inflation & Spending” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-ma.md#economy-inflation-spending) (salience: high)

- Edward J. Markey: Focuses on lower working-class costs
- John Deaton: Supports fiscal discipline, budget cuts

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

Richard Neal (Democratic) vs. Nadia Milleron (Unenrolled)

[“Economy and Taxation” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ma-01.md#economy-and-taxation) (salience: high)

- Richard Neal: Supports middle-class tax cuts and opposing tariffs
- Nadia Milleron: No documented position in our sources

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

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

[“Economy, Cost of Living, and Taxes” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ma-06.md#economy-cost-of-living-and-taxes) (salience: high)

- Dan Koh: Promotes housing, childcare investment, and middle-class relief
- Micah Jones: Advocates energy expansion, tax relief, and deregulation

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

Ayanna Pressley (Democratic) vs. No Republican nominee

[“Education & Student Debt” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ma-07.md#education-student-debt) (salience: high)

- Ayanna Pressley: Supports broad student debt cancellation and educational equity

## Maryland

5 races

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

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

[“Economy, Taxes, and Cost of Living” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-md.md#economy-taxes-and-cost-of-living) (salience: high)

- Wes Moore: Promotes economic growth, jobs, and wage expansion
- Dan Cox: Supports tax cuts and slashing state fees

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

Dan Schwartz (Democratic) vs. Andrew Harris (Republican)

[“Economy, Cost of Living, and Fiscal Policy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-md-01.md#economy-cost-of-living-and-fiscal-policy) (salience: high)

- Dan Schwartz: Supports consumer protection and affordability focus
- Andrew Harris: Supports spending cuts and balanced budget

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

Glenn Ivey (Democratic) vs. George McDermott (Republican)

[“Economy, labor, and corporate taxation” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-md-04.md#economy-labor-and-corporate-taxation) (salience: medium)

- Glenn Ivey: Supports raising minimum wage and union protections
- George McDermott: No documented position in our sources

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

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

[“Economy and Federal Spending” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-md-06.md#economy-and-federal-spending) (salience: high)

- April McClain Delaney: Opposes deep spending cuts and tariffs
- Robin Ficker: Supports cutting federal spending and deficits

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

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

[“Economy, Inflation, and Taxes” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-md-08.md#economy-inflation-and-taxes) (salience: high)

- Jamie Raskin: Supports living wages and worker rights
- Cheryl Riley: Supports tax cuts and deregulation

## Maine

3 races

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

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

[“Taxes and Economy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-me.md#taxes-and-economy) (salience: high)

- Hannah Pingree: Supports targeted investments to ease living costs
- Bobby Charles: Supports abolishing the state income tax

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

Troy Dale Jackson (Democratic) vs. Susan Collins (Republican) · Toss-up

[“Economy and Taxes” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-me.md#economy-and-taxes) (salience: high)

- Troy Dale Jackson: Supports taxing billionaires and corporations
- Susan Collins: Focuses on federal funding delivery

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

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

[“Economy and Taxation” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-me-01.md#economy-and-taxation) (salience: high)

- Chellie Pingree: Supports progressive taxes and worker protections
- Ronald C. Russell: Supports permanent federal tax cuts

## Michigan

4 races

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

Jocelyn Benson (Democratic) vs. John James (Republican) · Tilt D

[“Economy, taxes, and cost of living” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-mi.md#economy-taxes-and-cost-of-living) (salience: high)

- Jocelyn Benson: Lowers costs and curbs corporate greed
- John James: Eliminates state income tax and cuts spending

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

Christian Vukasovich (Democratic) vs. Tim Walberg (Republican)

[“Government spending and fiscal responsibility” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mi-05.md#government-spending-and-fiscal-responsibility) (salience: medium)

- Christian Vukasovich: No documented position in our sources
- Tim Walberg: Supports reining in federal spending

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

Debbie Dingell (Democratic) vs. Heather Smiley (Republican)

[“Government Spending and Budget” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mi-06.md#government-spending-and-budget) (salience: medium)

- Debbie Dingell: Opposes safety-net budget cuts
- Heather Smiley: Supports fiscal discipline and term limits

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

Rashida Tlaib (Democratic) vs. James Hooper (Republican)

[“Economy and Tax Policy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mi-12.md#economy-and-tax-policy) (salience: high)

- Rashida Tlaib: Supports taxing corporations and raising living wages
- James Hooper: Supports cutting taxes and deregulating business

## Minnesota

5 races

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

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

[“Taxes and cost of living” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-mn.md#taxes-and-cost-of-living) (salience: high)

- Amy Klobuchar: Supports lowering essential household expenses
- Lisa Demuth: Supports income and social security tax cuts

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

Jake Johnson (Democratic) vs. Brad Finstad (Republican)

[“Government Integrity & Budget Reform” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mn-01.md#government-integrity-budget-reform) (salience: high)

- Jake Johnson: Supports balanced budget and ethics reforms
- Brad Finstad: Supports federal spending controls and transparency

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

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

[“Economy, Tariffs & Taxes” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mn-02.md#economy-tariffs-taxes) (salience: high)

- Matt Little: Supports taxing wealthy and expanded credits
- Eric Pratt: Supports tax reduction and business growth

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

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

[“Economy and Tax Policy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mn-04.md#economy-and-tax-policy) (salience: high)

- Betty McCollum: Opposes Republican tax and budget cuts
- Paul Wikstrom: Supports tax relief and spending cuts

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

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

[“Economy, Taxes, and Federal Spending” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mn-06.md#economy-taxes-and-federal-spending) (salience: high)

- Doug Chapin: Repeal billionaire tax cuts and reform spending
- Tom Emmer: Make tax cuts permanent and cut federal spending

## Nebraska

3 races

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

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

[“Taxes and Property Tax Relief” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-ne.md#taxes-and-property-tax-relief) (salience: high)

- Lynne Walz: Supports targeted property tax relief for working families
- Jim Pillen: Supports income tax cuts and property tax spending caps

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

No Democratic nominee vs. Pete Ricketts (Republican)

[“Taxes and Economy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-ne.md#taxes-and-economy) (salience: high)

- Pete Ricketts: Supports tax cuts and deregulation

[“Government Operations and Spending” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-ne.md#government-operations-and-spending) (salience: medium)

- Pete Ricketts: Supports spending cuts and administrative reform

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

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

[“Taxes & Government Spending” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ne-03.md#taxes-government-spending) (salience: high)

- Becky Lynn Stille: Focuses on lowering family expenses
- Adrian Smith: Supports permanent conservative tax cuts

## New Hampshire

2 races

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

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

[“Economy and Taxes” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-nh.md#economy-and-taxes) (salience: high)

- Cinde Warmington: Opposes sales and income taxes
- Kelly Ayotte: Protects state tax-free status

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

Stefany Shaheen (Democratic) vs. Anthony DiLorenzo (Republican) · Lean D

[“Economy, Taxes & Trade” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nh-01.md#economy-taxes-trade) (salience: high)

- Stefany Shaheen: Opposes tariffs and corporate breaks
- Anthony DiLorenzo: Supports tax cuts and budget amendment

## Nevada

2 races

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

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

[“Healthcare and Medical Debt” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-nv.md#healthcare-and-medical-debt) (salience: medium)

- Aaron Ford: Targets PBM profits and medical debt relief
- Joe Lombardo: Established Nevada Health Authority and mental health expansion

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

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

[“Government spending and debt” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nv-03.md#government-spending-and-debt) (salience: high)

- Susie Lee: No documented position in our sources
- Marty O'Donnell: Supports spending cuts and constitutional balanced budget

## New York

14 races

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

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

[“Cost of living, taxes, and energy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-ny.md#cost-of-living-taxes-and-energy) (salience: high)

- Kathy Hochul: Supports middle-class tax relief and lower costs
- Bruce Blakeman: Pledges utility cuts and no tax hikes

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

Christopher Gallant (Democratic) vs. Nicholas J. LaLota (Republican) · Lean R

[“Cost of living and tax policy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-01.md#cost-of-living-and-tax-policy) (salience: high)

- Christopher Gallant: Supports middle-class tax relief and price controls
- Nicholas J. LaLota: Supports spending cuts, energy production, and SALT restoration

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

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

[“Cost of living and taxes” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-03.md#cost-of-living-and-taxes) (salience: high)

- Tom Suozzi: Supports repealing SALT cap and cutting tariffs
- Michael LiPetri Jr.: Supports tax cuts and lifting SALT cap

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

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

[“Taxes and Cost of Living” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-04.md#taxes-and-cost-of-living) (salience: high)

- Laura Gillen: Supports eliminating SALT cap and tax credits
- Jeanine Driscoll: Supports full SALT deduction and tax relief

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

Gregory W. Meeks (Democratic) vs. George Marsh (Republican / Queens United Party)

[“Economy, budget, and taxation” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-05.md#economy-budget-and-taxation) (salience: high)

- Gregory W. Meeks: Supports targeted tax relief and spending
- George Marsh: No documented position in our sources

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

Grace Meng (Democratic) vs. Joseph Chou (Republican / Conservative Party / 4 Our Immigrants Party)

[“Education & Student debt” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-06.md#education-student-debt) (salience: medium)

- Grace Meng: Supports expanding student aid, debt relief, and digital access
- Joseph Chou: No documented position in our sources

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

Brad Lander (Democratic) vs. Jennifer Moore (Republican)

[“Foreign Policy and Military Spending” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-10.md#foreign-policy-and-military-spending) (salience: high)

- Brad Lander: Oppose foreign military aid and promote diplomacy
- Jennifer Moore: 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)

[“Economy and Taxes” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-11.md#economy-and-taxes) (salience: high)

- Michael DeCillis: No documented position in our sources
- Nicole Malliotakis: Supports tax cuts and spending controls

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

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

[“Foreign Policy & Defense Spending” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-13.md#foreign-policy-defense-spending) (salience: medium)

- Darializa Avila Chevalier: Opposes arms transfers to Israel and foreign war funding
- Manual Williams: 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)

[“Economy, Taxes, and Federal Spending” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-16.md#economy-taxes-and-federal-spending) (salience: high)

- George Latimer: Supports targeted housing investments and tax stability
- Joseph Cinquemani: Supports federal spending cuts and tax exemptions

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

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

[“Taxes and Cost of Living” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-17.md#taxes-and-cost-of-living) (salience: high)

- Cait Conley: Supports SALT repeal and worker relief
- Michael Lawler: Supports tax cuts and SALT cap increase

[“Education and Student Debt” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-17.md#education-and-student-debt) (salience: medium)

- Cait Conley: Supports public school funding and student loan caps
- Michael Lawler: Supports parental rights, school choice, and student loan caps

### [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

[“Economy and Taxes” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-19.md#economy-and-taxes) (salience: high)

- Josh Riley: Supports middle-class tax cuts and higher corporate taxes
- Peter Oberacker: Opposes tax increases and promotes fiscal restraint

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

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

[“Economy and Tax Policy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-25.md#economy-and-tax-policy) (salience: high)

- Joseph Morelle: Supports working-family investments and targeted tax relief
- Virginia McIntyre: Supports tax relief and spending accountability

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

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

[“Cost of living, taxes, and economy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-26.md#cost-of-living-taxes-and-economy) (salience: high)

- Timothy M. Kennedy: Supports labor rights and opposes tariffs
- Dennis Hannon: Supports tax rebates and energy expansion

## Ohio

8 races

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

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

[“Cost of living and tax policy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-oh.md#cost-of-living-and-tax-policy) (salience: high)

- Amy Acton: Supports middle-class tax cuts and affordability
- Vivek Ramaswamy: Supports eliminating income tax and cutting regulations

[“Property taxes” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-oh.md#property-taxes) (salience: high)

- Amy Acton: Supports targeted property tax rebates and homestead exemption
- Vivek Ramaswamy: Supports immediate property tax rollbacks

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

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

[“Economy, Taxes, and Cost of Living” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-oh-special.md#economy-taxes-and-cost-of-living) (salience: high)

- Sherrod Brown: Opposes corporate tax breaks and tariffs
- Jon Husted: Supports tax cuts and deregulation

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

Joshua Kolasinski (Democratic) vs. Jim Jordan (Republican)

[“Economy, Tax Policy & Federal Spending” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-oh-04.md#economy-tax-policy-federal-spending) (salience: high)

- Joshua Kolasinski: Prioritizes workers over corporate interests
- Jim Jordan: Supports tax cuts and spending limits

[“Foreign Policy & Defense Spending” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-oh-04.md#foreign-policy-defense-spending) (salience: medium)

- Joshua Kolasinski: Opposes wars of choice
- Jim Jordan: Voted against FY2024 defense authorization

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

Brian Shaver (Democratic) vs. Bob Latta (Republican)

[“Economy, Taxes, and Cost of Living” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-oh-05.md#economy-taxes-and-cost-of-living) (salience: high)

- Brian Shaver: Supports tax equity and lower living costs
- Bob Latta: Opposes tax increases and supports fiscal spending cuts

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

Elizabeth Kirtley (Democratic) vs. Michael Rulli (Republican)

[“Economy, taxes, and federal budget” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-oh-06.md#economy-taxes-and-federal-budget) (salience: medium)

- Elizabeth Kirtley: No documented position in our sources
- Michael Rulli: Supports Republican fiscal reconciliation and business growth

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

Marcy Kaptur (Democratic) vs. Derek Merrin (Republican) · Toss-up

[“Economy, jobs & taxation” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-oh-09.md#economy-jobs-taxation) (salience: high)

- Marcy Kaptur: Supports fair trade, domestic manufacturing, tax fairness, and lower costs
- Derek Merrin: Supports tax cuts, fiscal restraint, and deregulation

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

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

[“Taxes, Spending & Economy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-oh-14.md#taxes-spending-economy) (salience: high)

- Maria Jukic: Supports worker-focused tax reform and higher minimum wage
- David Joyce: Supports fiscal reconciliation, tax relief, and spending controls

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

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

[“Economy and taxation” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-oh-15.md#economy-and-taxation) (salience: high)

- Don Leonard: Supports working-family tax relief and corporate accountability
- Mike Carey: Supports tax cuts and economic deregulation

[“Government spending and federal budget” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-oh-15.md#government-spending-and-federal-budget) (salience: low)

- Don Leonard: Opposes spending cuts to social safety nets and education
- Mike Carey: Supports spending caps and codifying DOGE recommendations

## Oklahoma

6 races

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

Cyndi Munson (Democratic) vs. Mike Mazzei (Republican)

[“Taxes and Fiscal Policy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-ok.md#taxes-and-fiscal-policy) (salience: high)

- Cyndi Munson: Supports targeted tax relief for working families
- Mike Mazzei: Eliminating property and income taxes

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

N'Kiyla Thomas (Democratic) vs. Kevin Hern (Republican)

[“Economy and Taxes” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-ok.md#economy-and-taxes) (salience: high)

- N'Kiyla Thomas: Supports living wage and worker protections
- Kevin Hern: Supports spending cuts and tax simplification

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

Brandon Wade (Democratic) vs. Josh Brecheen (Republican)

[“Economy, Inflation & Spending” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ok-02.md#economy-inflation-spending) (salience: high)

- Brandon Wade: Raise minimum wage and combat price gouging
- Josh Brecheen: Cut spending to curb inflation

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

Suzie Byrd (Democratic) vs. Frank Lucas (Republican)

[“Economy, Taxes, and Government Spending” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ok-03.md#economy-taxes-and-government-spending) (salience: high)

- Suzie Byrd: Opposes supply-side economics and tax cuts
- Frank Lucas: Supports low taxes and spending cuts

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

Mitchell Jacob (Democratic) vs. Tom Cole (Republican)

[“Federal Debt and Fiscal Policy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ok-04.md#federal-debt-and-fiscal-policy) (salience: high)

- Mitchell Jacob: Supports cutting federal spending and debt
- Tom Cole: Supports spending restraint and budget reconciliation

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

Jena Nelson (Democratic) vs. Stephanie Bice (Republican)

[“Economy & Federal Spending” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ok-05.md#economy-federal-spending) (salience: high)

- Jena Nelson: Supports capping costs and taxing corporations
- Stephanie Bice: Supports cutting federal spending and waste

## Oregon

2 races

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

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

[“Government accountability and spending” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-or.md#government-accountability-and-spending) (salience: medium)

- Tina Kotek: Emphasizes ethics enforcement and regulatory oversight
- Christine Drazan: Advocates for audits, records reform, and agency oversight

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

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

[“Economy, Taxes & Cost of Living” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-or.md#economy-taxes-cost-of-living) (salience: high)

- Jeff Merkley: Supports infrastructure investment and progressive economic policy
- David Brock Smith: Opposes new taxes and seeks spending cuts

## Pennsylvania

7 races

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

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

[“Government transparency and fiscal oversight” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-pa.md#government-transparency-and-fiscal-oversight) (salience: high)

- Josh Shapiro: Supports bipartisan budget investments and fiscal compromise
- Stacy Garrity: Advocates full transparency and cutting state waste

[“Taxes and cost of living” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-pa.md#taxes-and-cost-of-living) (salience: high)

- Josh Shapiro: Supports targeted tax credits and utility price intervention
- Stacy Garrity: Opposes state tax increases

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

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

[“Taxes & Economic Policy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-pa-01.md#taxes-economic-policy) (salience: high)

- Bob Harvie: Supports middle-class tax cuts and minimum wage increase
- Brian Fitzpatrick: Supports tax simplification and manufacturing growth

[“Education & Student Debt” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-pa-01.md#education-student-debt) (salience: low)

- Bob Harvie: Former teacher focused on student debt and vocational education
- Brian Fitzpatrick: Supports vocational training, college affordability, and female sports protection

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

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

[“Economy and Spending” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-pa-05.md#economy-and-spending) (salience: high)

- Mary Gay Scanlon: Opposes Republican spending cuts
- Nick Manganaro: Supports spending cuts and deregulation

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

Nancy Mannion (Democratic) vs. Lloyd Smucker (Republican)

[“Economy, budget, and taxes” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-pa-11.md#economy-budget-and-taxes) (salience: high)

- Nancy Mannion: Supports minimum wage increase and corporate tax rollbacks
- Lloyd Smucker: Supports tax cuts and spending discipline

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

Beth Farnham (Democratic) vs. John Joyce (Republican)

[“Economy, Taxes, and Cost of Living” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-pa-13.md#economy-taxes-and-cost-of-living) (salience: high)

- Beth Farnham: Supports raising minimum wage and taxes on ultra-wealthy
- John Joyce: Supports spending cuts and tax relief

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

Alan Bradstock (Democratic) vs. Guy Reschenthaler (Republican)

[“Economy and Taxes” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-pa-14.md#economy-and-taxes) (salience: high)

- Alan Bradstock: Supports raising wages and tax reform
- Guy Reschenthaler: Supports tax cuts and deregulation

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

Justin Wagner (Democratic) vs. Mike Kelly (Republican)

[“Economy and taxation” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-pa-16.md#economy-and-taxation) (salience: high)

- Justin Wagner: Supports higher corporate taxes
- Mike Kelly: Supports tax cuts and deregulation

## South Carolina

5 races

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

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

[“Economy and Taxation” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-sc.md#economy-and-taxation) (salience: high)

- Jermaine Johnson: Supports basic income and higher minimum wage
- Alan Wilson: Supports eliminating state income tax

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

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

[“Economy & Fiscal Responsibility” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-sc.md#economy-fiscal-responsibility) (salience: high)

- Annie Andrews: Supports economy for working people
- Darline Graham: Supports fiscal protection and workforce development

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

Eunice Lehmacher (Democratic) vs. Sheri Biggs (Republican)

[“Economy & Fiscal Policy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-sc-03.md#economy-fiscal-policy) (salience: high)

- Eunice Lehmacher: Reduce consumer costs and increase assistance
- Sheri Biggs: Cut federal spending and lower debt

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

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

[“Economy, Spending, and Taxes” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-sc-04.md#economy-spending-and-taxes) (salience: medium)

- Courtney McClain: Supports labor legislation and economic reform
- William Timmons: Supports tax cuts and spending controls

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

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

[“Economy and Government Spending” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-sc-06.md#economy-and-government-spending) (salience: high)

- James Clyburn: Supports federal investment and targeted funding
- John Peterson: Supports spending cuts and deregulation

## South Dakota

3 races

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

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

[“Economy, Taxes, and Budget” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-sd.md#economy-taxes-and-budget) (salience: high)

- Dan Ahlers: Supports budget balance and cost-of-living relief
- Larry Rhoden: Supports low taxes and business growth

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

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

[“Economy & Federal Spending” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-sd.md#economy-federal-spending) (salience: high)

- Brian Bengs: Supports federal wealth tax and balancing budget
- Mike Rounds: Supports lower taxes and balanced budget

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

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

[“Economy & taxation” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-sd-al.md#economy-taxation) (salience: medium)

- Nicole Gronli: No documented position in our sources
- Marty J. Jackley: Supports tax cuts and Trump economic platform

## Tennessee

8 races

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

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

[“Economy, Taxation, and Cost of Living” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-tn.md#economy-taxation-and-cost-of-living) (salience: high)

- Jerri Green: Supports working family relief and living wages
- Marsha Blackburn: Supports tax cuts and spending reductions

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

Marquita Bradshaw (Democratic) vs. Bill Hagerty (Republican)

[“Economy and Taxes” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-tn.md#economy-and-taxes) (salience: high)

- Marquita Bradshaw: Supports living wage and tax restructuring
- Bill Hagerty: Supports tax relief and spending limits

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

Kristi Burke (Democratic) vs. Diana Harshbarger (Republican)

[“Economy, Taxes, and Corporate Power” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tn-01.md#economy-taxes-and-corporate-power) (salience: high)

- Kristi Burke: Supports corporate accountability and tax justice
- Diana Harshbarger: Supports tax cuts and deregulation

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

Anna Golladay (Democratic) vs. Charles J. Fleischmann (Republican)

[“Taxes and budget” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tn-03.md#taxes-and-budget) (salience: high)

- Anna Golladay: Supports tax fairness on wealthy
- Charles J. Fleischmann: Supports tax cuts, balanced budget amendment

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

Victoria Broderick (Democratic) vs. Scott DesJarlais (Republican)

[“Economy, Taxation & Budget” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tn-04.md#economy-taxation-budget) (salience: high)

- Victoria Broderick: Supports fair taxation and economic affordability
- Scott DesJarlais: Supports spending cuts and tax reductions

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

Mike Croley (Democratic) vs. Johnny Garrett (Republican)

[“Economy, Taxes, and Cost of Living” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tn-06.md#economy-taxes-and-cost-of-living) (salience: high)

- Mike Croley: Supports lower costs and progressive taxes
- Johnny Garrett: Supports fiscal conservatism and tax cuts

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

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

[“Cost of Living & Taxes” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tn-08.md#cost-of-living-taxes) (salience: high)

- Heidi Kuhn: Lowering living costs and stopping tax giveaways
- David Kustoff: Supports tax cuts and deregulation

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

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

[“Government spending and deficit” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tn-09.md#government-spending-and-deficit) (salience: medium)

- Justin Pearson: No documented position in our sources
- Brent Taylor: Supports strict fiscal cuts and omnibus opposition

## Texas

20 races

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

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

[“Cost of living and taxes” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-tx.md#cost-of-living-and-taxes) (salience: high)

- Gina Hinojosa: Targets corporate greed to lower household costs
- Greg Abbott: Promotes historic property tax cuts and tax bans

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

James Talarico (Democratic) vs. Ken Paxton (Republican) · Toss-up

[“Economy, taxes, and cost of living” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-tx.md#economy-taxes-and-cost-of-living) (salience: high)

- James Talarico: Focuses on working-class economic relief
- Ken Paxton: Supports tax cuts and deregulation

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

Yolanda Prince (Democratic) vs. Nathaniel Moran (Republican)

[“Economy and fiscal policy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-01.md#economy-and-fiscal-policy) (salience: high)

- Yolanda Prince: No documented position in our sources
- Nathaniel Moran: Supports tax cuts and spending cuts

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

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

[“Economy, tariffs, and debt” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-02.md#economy-tariffs-and-debt) (salience: high)

- Shaun Finnie: Opposes tariffs and cuts to entitlements
- Steve Toth: Supports strategic tariffs and domestic manufacturing

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

Danny Minton (Democratic) vs. Jake Ellzey (Republican)

[“Economy, Taxes, and Regulation” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-06.md#economy-taxes-and-regulation) (salience: high)

- Danny Minton: Supports middle-class tax cuts and corporate accountability
- Jake Ellzey: Supports tax cuts and deregulation

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

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

[“Government Spending & Fiscal Policy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-07.md#government-spending-fiscal-policy) (salience: medium)

- Lizzie Pannill Fletcher: Opposes Republican budget reconciliation measures
- Alexander Hale: Supports cutting federal spending and reducing debt

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

Laura Jones (Democratic) vs. Jessica Steinmann (Republican)

[“Cost of living, wages, and taxation” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-08.md#cost-of-living-wages-and-taxation) (salience: high)

- Laura Jones: Supports higher minimum wage and progressive taxes
- Jessica Steinmann: Supports cutting spending and tax relief

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

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

[“Cost of living & tax policy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-12.md#cost-of-living-tax-policy) (salience: high)

- Heli Rodriguez Prilliman: Supports universal programs funded by wealth taxes
- Craig Goldman: Supports tax cuts and deregulation

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

Bobby Pulido (Democratic) vs. Monica De La Cruz (Republican) · Lean R

[“Federal Spending and National Debt” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-15.md#federal-spending-and-national-debt) (salience: medium)

- Bobby Pulido: No documented position in our sources
- Monica De La Cruz: Supports a Balanced Budget Amendment and spending cuts

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

Veronica Escobar (Democratic) vs. Adam Bauman (Republican)

[“Economy and taxation” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-16.md#economy-and-taxation) (salience: high)

- Veronica Escobar: Supports progressive taxation and higher wages
- Adam Bauman: Supports property tax relief and local business assistance

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

Casey Shepard (Democratic) vs. Pete Sessions (Republican)

[“Federal Budget and Economy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-17.md#federal-budget-and-economy) (salience: high)

- Casey Shepard: Supports addressing wealth inequality and ending tariffs
- Pete Sessions: Supports balancing budget and reducing spending

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

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

[“Economy and Budget” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-20.md#economy-and-budget) (salience: high)

- Joaquin Castro: Opposes conservative budget and tax acts
- Edgardo Baez: Supports tax reform and fiscal conservatism

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

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

[“Economy and federal spending” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-21.md#economy-and-federal-spending) (salience: high)

- Kristin Hook: Supports middle-class investments and progressive taxation
- Mark Teixeira: Supports cutting federal spending and DOGE

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

Katy Padilla Stout (Democratic) vs. Brandon Herrera (Republican)

[“Cost of living and tax policy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-23.md#cost-of-living-and-tax-policy) (salience: high)

- Katy Padilla Stout: Supports middle-class tax reform and wage increases
- Brandon Herrera: Opposes tax increases and spending

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

Dione Sims (Democratic) vs. Roger Williams (Republican)

[“Economy, Cost of Living, & Taxes” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-25.md#economy-cost-of-living-taxes) (salience: high)

- Dione Sims: Supports living wages and lower costs
- Roger Williams: Supports lower taxes and spending cuts

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

Tanya Lloyd (Democratic) vs. Michael Cloud (Republican)

[“Economy, Inflation & Federal Spending” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-27.md#economy-inflation-federal-spending) (salience: high)

- Tanya Lloyd: Supports living wages and lowering costs for working families
- Michael Cloud: Supports federal spending cuts, deregulation, and tax simplification

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

Henry Cuellar (Democratic) vs. Tano Tijerina (Republican) · Tilt D

[“Economy, Cost of living & Taxes” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-28.md#economy-cost-of-living-taxes) (salience: high)

- Henry Cuellar: Opposes tariffs and offers consumer rebates
- Tano Tijerina: Supports tax cuts and fiscal discipline

### [30th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-30.md)

Frederick Haynes (Democratic) vs. Everett Jackson (Republican)

[“Economy and Government Spending” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-30.md#economy-and-government-spending) (salience: high)

- Frederick Haynes: No documented position in our sources
- Everett Jackson: Supports spending cuts and job growth

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

Justin Early (Democratic) vs. John Carter (Republican)

[“Economy, Taxes & Labor” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-31.md#economy-taxes-labor) (salience: high)

- Justin Early: Supports worker protections and progressive tax reform
- John Carter: Supports spending cuts, deregulation, and tax pledges

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

Melissa McDonough (Democratic) vs. Jon Bonck (Republican)

[“Foreign policy and national spending” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-38.md#foreign-policy-and-national-spending) (salience: medium)

- Melissa McDonough: Supports targeted aid for allies with oversight
- Jon Bonck: Opposes foreign war spending to put America first

## Vermont

2 races

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

Amanda Janoo (Democratic) vs. Phil Scott (Republican)

[“Housing & Property Taxes” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-vt.md#housing-property-taxes) (salience: high)

- Amanda Janoo: Supports progressive property taxes and affordable housing investment
- Phil Scott: Opposes property tax increases and supports cost control

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

Becca Balint (Democratic) vs. Gerald Malloy (Republican)

[“Economy, Inflation, and Taxes” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-vt-al.md#economy-inflation-and-taxes) (salience: high)

- Becca Balint: Supports progressive economic investments and labor rights
- Gerald Malloy: Supports spending cuts and federal deregulation

[“Education and Student Debt” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-vt-al.md#education-and-student-debt) (salience: medium)

- Becca Balint: Supports cancellation of student debt and federal education funding
- Gerald Malloy: Supports parental rights, school choice, and fee waivers for debt

## Wisconsin

5 races

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

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

[“Taxes and Fiscal Policy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-wi.md#taxes-and-fiscal-policy) (salience: high)

- David Crowley: Supports local revenue reform and property tax cuts
- Tom Tiffany: Supports freezing property taxes and tax relief

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

Gwen Moore (Democratic) vs. Tim Rogers (Republican)

[“Taxes and fiscal policy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-wi-04.md#taxes-and-fiscal-policy) (salience: high)

- Gwen Moore: Opposes Republican budget and tax legislation
- Tim Rogers: Supports lowering taxes and reducing spending

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

Andrew Beck (Democratic) vs. Scott Fitzgerald (Republican)

[“Taxes, Spending, and Budget” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-wi-05.md#taxes-spending-and-budget) (salience: high)

- Andrew Beck: Supports fiscal responsibility and deficit reduction
- Scott Fitzgerald: Supports tax cuts and capping government spending

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

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

[“Economy, taxes, and cost of living” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-wi-06.md#economy-taxes-and-cost-of-living) (salience: high)

- Bradley Smith: Supports pro-worker taxation and higher wages
- Glenn Grothman: Supports spending cuts and tax reduction

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

Rick Crosson (Democratic) vs. Tony Wied (Republican)

[“Economy, inflation, and government spending” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-wi-08.md#economy-inflation-and-government-spending) (salience: high)

- Rick Crosson: Supports higher wages, affordable housing, and progressive taxation
- Tony Wied: Supports spending cuts and federal budget reconciliation

## Wyoming

1 race

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

Ken Casner (Democratic) vs. Eric Barlow (Republican)

[“Economy and Fiscal Policy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-wy.md#economy-and-fiscal-policy) (salience: high)

- Ken Casner: No documented position in our sources
- Eric Barlow: Supports core industries and cash-based budgeting

## Delaware

2 races

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

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

[“Economy, taxes, and cost of living” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-de.md#economy-taxes-and-cost-of-living) (salience: high)

- Chris Coons: Supports federal investments and tax relief
- Michael Katz: Opposes federal spending and tax hikes

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

Sarah McBride (Democratic) vs. Joseph Arminio (Republican)

[“Economy and National Debt” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-de-al.md#economy-and-national-debt) (salience: high)

- Sarah McBride: Supports wage increases and social investments
- Joseph Arminio: Proposes Debt Jubilee and Greenbacks emission

## Kentucky

4 races

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

Charles Booker (Democratic) vs. Andy Barr (Republican)

[“Economy and Taxes” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-ky.md#economy-and-taxes) (salience: high)

- Charles Booker: Supports Kentucky New Deal to end poverty
- Andy Barr: Supports tax cuts and extending TCJA

[“Fiscal Policy and Social Security” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-ky.md#fiscal-policy-and-social-security) (salience: medium)

- Charles Booker: Supports Social Security expansion
- Andy Barr: Supports spending cuts and balanced budget

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

Drew Williams (Democratic) vs. James Comer Jr. (Republican)

[“Government Spending, Taxes & Economy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ky-01.md#government-spending-taxes-economy) (salience: high)

- Drew Williams: Supports middle-class relief and labor rights
- James Comer Jr.: Supports spending cuts and tax control

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

Ned Pillersdorf (Democratic) vs. Hal Rogers (Republican)

[“Social Safety Net & Federal Spending” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ky-05.md#social-safety-net-federal-spending) (salience: high)

- Ned Pillersdorf: Opposes federal safety net cuts
- Hal Rogers: Supports conservative fiscal reconciliation bills

[“Taxation & Economy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ky-05.md#taxation-economy) (salience: medium)

- Ned Pillersdorf: Opposes tax cuts for billionaires
- Hal Rogers: Supports tax simplification and growth

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

Zach Dembo (Democratic) vs. Ralph Alvarado (Republican)

[“Economy, Trade, and Tax Policy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ky-06.md#economy-trade-and-tax-policy) (salience: high)

- Zach Dembo: Opposes tariffs and supports $15 minimum wage
- Ralph Alvarado: Supports cutting taxes and energy independence

## Louisiana

1 race

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

Jamie Davis (Democratic) vs. Julia Letlow (Republican)

[“Economy, Inflation, and Taxes” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-la.md#economy-inflation-and-taxes) (salience: high)

- Jamie Davis: Lower costs and reverse corporate tax breaks
- Julia Letlow: Make Trump tax cuts permanent and cut red tape

## Mississippi

4 races

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

Scott Colom (Democratic) vs. Cindy Hyde-Smith (Republican)

[“Taxes and the economy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-ms.md#taxes-and-the-economy) (salience: high)

- Scott Colom: Opposes tax breaks for high earners
- Cindy Hyde-Smith: Supports lower taxes and deregulation

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

Bennie Thompson (Democratic) vs. Ron Eller (Republican)

[“Economy and taxation” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ms-02.md#economy-and-taxation) (salience: high)

- Bennie Thompson: Supports federal investment and safety net funding
- Ron Eller: Supports free enterprise and tax cuts

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

Michael Chiaradio (Democratic) vs. Michael Guest (Republican)

[“Economy and Taxation” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ms-03.md#economy-and-taxation) (salience: high)

- Michael Chiaradio: Supports public investment and production
- Michael Guest: Supports lower taxes and deregulation

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

Jeffrey Hulum III (Democratic) vs. Mike Ezell (Republican)

[“Economy & Taxation” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ms-04.md#economy-taxation) (salience: high)

- Jeffrey Hulum III: Supports working-family wage and tax relief
- Mike Ezell: Supports deregulation and tax cuts

## New Jersey

7 races

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

Cory Booker (Democratic) vs. Justin Murphy (Republican)

[“Taxes & Fiscal Policy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-nj.md#taxes-fiscal-policy) (salience: high)

- Cory Booker: Supports targeted tax relief and caps
- Justin Murphy: Supports flat tax and IRS abolition

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

Zack Mullock (Democratic) vs. Jeff Van Drew (Republican)

[“Economy and Tax Policy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nj-02.md#economy-and-tax-policy) (salience: high)

- Zack Mullock: Supports progressive corporate and wealth taxes
- Jeff Van Drew: Supports middle-class tax cuts

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

Josh Gottheimer (Democratic) vs. Sean Kirrane (Republican)

[“Economy and Taxes” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nj-05.md#economy-and-taxes) (salience: high)

- Josh Gottheimer: Supports local tax cuts and SALT deduction
- Sean Kirrane: Supports SALT restoration and tax elimination on retirement

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

Frank Pallone Jr. (Democratic) vs. Hillary Herzig (Republican)

[“Economy, Taxes, and Cost of Living” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nj-06.md#economy-taxes-and-cost-of-living) (salience: high)

- Frank Pallone Jr.: Supports middle-class investments and progressive taxation
- Hillary Herzig: Supports lower taxes and cost-of-living relief

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

LaMonica McIver (Democratic) vs. Carmen Bucco (Republican)

[“Economy, Taxes, and Small Business” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nj-10.md#economy-taxes-and-small-business) (salience: high)

- LaMonica McIver: Supports economic relief and job growth
- Carmen Bucco: Supports tax cuts and deregulation

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

Analilia Mejia (Democratic) vs. Joe Hathaway (Republican)

[“Higher Education & Student Debt” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nj-11.md#higher-education-student-debt) (salience: high)

- Analilia Mejia: Supports tuition-free college and complete student debt cancellation
- Joe Hathaway: Supports capping student loan interest and expanding vocational training

[“Taxes & Economic Policy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nj-11.md#taxes-economic-policy) (salience: high)

- Analilia Mejia: Supports wealth taxes and higher corporate rates
- Joe Hathaway: Supports spending controls, small business tax relief, and fiscal discipline

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

Adam Hamawy (Democratic) vs. Gregg Mele (Republican)

[“Foreign Policy and Defense Budget” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nj-12.md#foreign-policy-and-defense-budget) (salience: medium)

- Adam Hamawy: Supports cutting military spending and ending foreign military aid
- Gregg Mele: No documented position in our sources

## Rhode Island

1 race

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

Jack Reed (Democratic) vs. Raymond McKay (Republican)

[“Economy, Taxes, and Federal Spending” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-ri.md#economy-taxes-and-federal-spending) (salience: high)

- Jack Reed: Supports targeted investment and tax relief
- Raymond McKay: Curb runaway federal government spending

## Virginia

5 races

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

Mark Warner (Democratic) vs. Bert Mizusawa (Republican)

[“Economy, Taxes, and Fiscal Policy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-va.md#economy-taxes-and-fiscal-policy) (salience: high)

- Mark Warner: Supports middle-class tax relief and housing reform
- Bert Mizusawa: Supports spending cuts and tax simplification

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

Robert C. Scott (Democratic) vs. Edwin Rivera (Republican)

[“Economy, Labor, and Taxes” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-va-03.md#economy-labor-and-taxes) (salience: high)

- Robert C. Scott: Supports higher minimum wage and labor union protections
- Edwin Rivera: Supports tax cuts and small business deregulation

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

Joy Powers (Democratic) vs. H. Morgan Griffith (Republican)

[“Government spending and Federal budget” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-va-09.md#government-spending-and-federal-budget) (salience: medium)

- Joy Powers: Supports targeted federal investments in rural public resources
- H. Morgan Griffith: Supports balanced budget amendment and spending caps

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

Suhas Subramanyam (Democratic) vs. Dave Beckwith (Republican)

[“Economy and Taxes” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-va-10.md#economy-and-taxes) (salience: high)

- Suhas Subramanyam: Supports small business and targeted middle-class tax relief
- Dave Beckwith: Supports permanent SALT deduction and tax simplification

[“Fiscal Responsibility and Budget” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-va-10.md#fiscal-responsibility-and-budget) (salience: high)

- Suhas Subramanyam: Opposes Republican federal budget and appropriations proposals
- Dave Beckwith: Supports disciplined spending caps and oversight

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

James Walkinshaw (Democratic) vs. Arthur Purves (Republican)

[“Economy, Taxes, & Federal Spending” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-va-11.md#economy-taxes-federal-spending) (salience: high)

- James Walkinshaw: Supports infrastructure and tech innovation
- Arthur Purves: Slash spending and eliminate deficits

## West Virginia

1 race

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

Rachel Fetty Anderson (Democratic) vs. Shelley Moore Capito (Republican)

[“Economy and Taxation” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-wv.md#economy-and-taxation) (salience: high)

- Rachel Fetty Anderson: Supports higher taxes on wealthy
- Shelley Moore Capito: Supports tax cuts and deregulation

## California

23 races

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

Ami Bera (Democratic) vs. Robb Tucker (Republican)

[“Economy & Government Spending” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-03.md#economy-government-spending) (salience: high)

- Ami Bera: Supports innovation, job training, and targeted small business growth
- Robb Tucker: Supports cutting taxes, deregulation, and a balanced budget amendment

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

Michael Masuda (Democratic) vs. Tom McClintock (Republican)

[“Fiscal policy, spending & debt” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-05.md#fiscal-policy-spending-debt) (salience: medium)

- Michael Masuda: Supports fiscal oversight and targeted investments
- Tom McClintock: Supports spending caps and debt reduction

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

Doris Matsui (Democratic) vs. Mai Vang (Democratic)

[“Education and student debt” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-07.md#education-and-student-debt) (salience: low)

- Doris Matsui: Supports student loan relief and Pell Grant expansion
- Mai Vang: No documented position in our sources

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

John Garamendi (Democratic) vs. Rudy Recile (Republican)

[“Government Spending and Fiscal Accountability” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-08.md#government-spending-and-fiscal-accountability) (salience: medium)

- John Garamendi: Supports targeted federal investments
- Rudy Recile: Supports strict fiscal audits and spending cuts

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

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

[“Economy, taxes, and fiscal policy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-15.md#economy-taxes-and-fiscal-policy) (salience: high)

- Kevin Mullin: Supports progressive taxation and regional poverty reforms
- Charles Hoelter: Supports tax cuts and government expenditure audits

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

Zoe Lofgren (Democratic) vs. Shane Lewis (Republican)

[“Economy and tax policy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-18.md#economy-and-tax-policy) (salience: high)

- Zoe Lofgren: Opposes Republican budget reconciliation cuts
- Shane Lewis: Supports flat tax and MAHA tax breaks

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

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

[“Government accountability and fiscal reform” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-21.md#government-accountability-and-fiscal-reform) (salience: medium)

- Jim Costa: Supports bipartisan fiscal responsibility and targeted cuts
- Kyle Kirkland: Advocates business-style auditing and spending limits

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

Randy Villegas (Democratic) vs. David G. Valadao (Republican) · Toss-up

[“Federal budget and spending” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-22.md#federal-budget-and-spending) (salience: medium)

- Randy Villegas: Prioritize domestic investments over foreign wars
- David G. Valadao: Balance the budget and cut wasteful spending

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

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

[“Economy and Government Spending” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-23.md#economy-and-government-spending) (salience: high)

- Tessa Lynn Hodge: Supports living wages and progressive tax reform
- Jay Obernolte: Supports spending cuts and tax relief

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

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

[“Taxes and Federal Spending” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-28.md#taxes-and-federal-spending) (salience: medium)

- Judy Chu: Opposes Republican tax cuts and budget resolutions
- April Verlato: Supports tax cuts and smaller government

### [29th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-29.md)

Luz Maria Rivas (Democratic) vs. Angélica María Dueñas (Democratic)

[“Economy & Budget” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-29.md#economy-budget) (salience: high)

- Luz Maria Rivas: Opposes Republican budget and tax reconciliation bills
- Angélica María Dueñas: No documented position in our sources

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

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

[“Tax Policy and Government Spending” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-32.md#tax-policy-and-government-spending) (salience: high)

- Brad Sherman: Opposes Republican budget and tax cuts
- Larry Thompson: Supports tax cuts and debt reduction

[“Entertainment Industry Tax Incentives” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-32.md#entertainment-industry-tax-incentives) (salience: low)

- Brad Sherman: No documented position in our sources
- Larry Thompson: Supports film and music tax incentives

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

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

[“Economy, Housing, and Taxes” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-33.md#economy-housing-and-taxes) (salience: high)

- Pete Aguilar: Supports middle-class investments and housing affordability
- Stephanie Vargas: Supports tax relief and surplus land development

### [34th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-34.md)

Jimmy Gomez (Democratic) vs. Angela Gonzales-Torres (Democratic)

[“Education and student loan debt” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-34.md#education-and-student-loan-debt) (salience: medium)

- Jimmy Gomez: Supports debt-free public higher education and student loan cancellation
- Angela Gonzales-Torres: No documented position in our sources

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

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

[“Economy, Taxes & Cost of Living” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-35.md#economy-taxes-cost-of-living) (salience: high)

- Norma Torres: Supports federal infrastructure investment and tax credits
- Mike Cargile: Supports tax cuts, deregulation, and fossil/nuclear energy

### [36th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-36.md)

Ted Lieu (Democratic) vs. Houston Brignano (Republican)

[“Economy and Fiscal Policy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-36.md#economy-and-fiscal-policy) (salience: high)

- Ted Lieu: Supports middle-class opportunity and fiscal measures
- Houston Brignano: Opposes reckless federal spending

### [39th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-39.md)

Mark Takano (Democratic) vs. Steve Manos (Republican)

[“Government Regulation and Fiscal Policy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-39.md#government-regulation-and-fiscal-policy) (salience: medium)

- Mark Takano: Opposes conservative fiscal deregulation
- Steve Manos: Supports deregulation and limited government

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

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

[“Cost of living and tax policy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-40.md#cost-of-living-and-tax-policy) (salience: high)

- Ken Calvert: Supports tax cuts and lower energy costs
- Young Kim: Opposes tax increases and inflation

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

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

[“Economy and taxation” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-42.md#economy-and-taxation) (salience: high)

- Robert Garcia: Supports progressive labor and tax policies
- Brian Burley: Supports tax relief for families and businesses

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

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

[“Economy & Taxation” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-43.md#economy-taxation) (salience: high)

- Maxine Waters: Opposes Republican tax cuts and budget plans
- Cristian Morales: Supports tax reductions and pro-labor tariffs

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

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

[“Economy, Taxes, and National Debt” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-46.md#economy-taxes-and-national-debt) (salience: high)

- Lou Correa: Supports federal economic investments and relief
- David Pan: Supports UBI transition and tax cuts

### [50th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-50.md)

Scott Peters (Democratic) vs. Steve Cohen (Republican)

[“Government spending and fiscal policy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-50.md#government-spending-and-fiscal-policy) (salience: medium)

- Scott Peters: Opposes partisan budget reconciliation bills
- Steve Cohen: Supports budget transparency and opposing earmarks

### [51st District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-51.md)

Sara Jacobs (Democratic) vs. Ricardo Cabrera (Republican)

[“Education and student loan debt” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-51.md#education-and-student-loan-debt) (salience: low)

- Sara Jacobs: Supports debt-free college, universal pre-K
- Ricardo Cabrera: No documented position in our sources

## Florida

12 races

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

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

[“Economy & Government Spending” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-01.md#economy-government-spending) (salience: medium)

- Gay Valimont: Supports affordable housing and labor rights
- Jimmy Patronis: Supports fiscal conservatism and deregulation

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

Seth Harp (Democratic) vs. Kat Cammack (Republican)

[“Budget, Economy, and Taxation” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-03.md#budget-economy-and-taxation) (salience: high)

- Seth Harp: Supports middle-class investments and revenue initiatives
- Kat Cammack: Opposes tax hikes and supports spending cuts

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

LaShonda Holloway (Democratic) vs. Aaron Bean (Republican)

[“Economy & Spending” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-04.md#economy-spending) (salience: high)

- LaShonda Holloway: Supports living wages and small business capital
- Aaron Bean: Supports spending caps and assistance work requirements

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

James Pericola (Democratic) vs. Joe Strada (Republican)

[“Economy, Cost of Living & Taxes” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-11.md#economy-cost-of-living-taxes) (salience: high)

- James Pericola: Supports middle-class tax relief and affordability
- Joe Strada: No documented position in our sources

[“Government Reform & Fiscal Accountability” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-11.md#government-reform-fiscal-accountability) (salience: high)

- James Pericola: Supports congressional oversight and ethics in government
- Joe Strada: Supports congressional reform and balanced budget amendment

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

Kathy Castor (Democratic) vs. Mike Beltran (Republican) · Toss-up

[“Taxes and Fiscal Policy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-14.md#taxes-and-fiscal-policy) (salience: medium)

- Kathy Castor: Opposes Republican tax reconciliation proposals
- Mike Beltran: Supports permanent tax cuts on tips and overtime

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

Robert People (Democratic) vs. Laurel Lee (Republican)

[“Economy and Taxes” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-15.md#economy-and-taxes) (salience: high)

- Robert People: Supports taxing billionaires and corporate accountability
- Laurel Lee: Supports cutting taxes and government spending

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

Kelly Kirschner (Democratic) vs. Sydney Gruters (Republican)

[“Cost of living, inflation, and taxes” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-16.md#cost-of-living-inflation-and-taxes) (salience: high)

- Kelly Kirschner: Opposes price gouging and billionaire tax breaks
- Sydney Gruters: Supports cutting taxes and deregulation

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

Curtis Gibson (Democratic) vs. Scott Franklin (Republican)

[“Economy, Taxes, and Cost of Living” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-18.md#economy-taxes-and-cost-of-living) (salience: high)

- Curtis Gibson: Supports tax relief for working families
- Scott Franklin: Promotes conservative fiscal policies and tax cuts

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

Lois Frankel (Democratic) vs. Deborah Adeimy (Republican)

[“Economy, Taxes, and Inflation” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-23.md#economy-taxes-and-inflation) (salience: high)

- Lois Frankel: Supports federal action to lower costs
- Deborah Adeimy: Opposes government spending and tax increases

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

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

[“Taxes, Economy & Small Business” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-24.md#taxes-economy-small-business) (salience: high)

- Oliver Gilbert: Tax relief for workers and small business aid
- Te Brown: Protect American workers and business

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

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

[“Economy, Taxes, and Cost of Living” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-25.md#economy-taxes-and-cost-of-living) (salience: high)

- Jared Evan Moskowitz: Lowers cost of living and housing
- Scott Singer: Lowers taxes and cuts regulation

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

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

[“Cost of Living, Economy, and Taxes” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-26.md#cost-of-living-economy-and-taxes) (salience: high)

- Nicole Locklin: Tax extreme wealth and lower costs
- Mario Diaz-Balart: Cut taxes and curb inflation

## Indiana

4 races

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

Frank Mrvan (Democratic) vs. Barb Regnitz (Republican)

[“Economy and Spending” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-in-01.md#economy-and-spending) (salience: high)

- Frank Mrvan: Supports infrastructure investments and labor
- Barb Regnitz: Opposes reckless spending and debt

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

Kelly Thompson (Democratic) vs. Marlin A. Stutzman (Republican)

[“Economy, Taxes, and Monopolies” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-in-03.md#economy-taxes-and-monopolies) (salience: high)

- Kelly Thompson: Tax Wall Street and curb monopolies
- Marlin A. Stutzman: Curb federal spending and debt

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

Drew Cox (Democratic) vs. Jim Baird (Republican)

[“Economy, Taxation, and Cost of Living” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-in-04.md#economy-taxation-and-cost-of-living) (salience: high)

- Drew Cox: Supports progressive taxation and anti-predatory lending
- Jim Baird: Supports conservative fiscal and tax policies

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

Brad Meyer (Democratic) vs. Erin Houchin (Republican)

[“Economy and Taxes” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-in-09.md#economy-and-taxes) (salience: high)

- Brad Meyer: Supports fair taxes and worker empowerment
- Erin Houchin: Supports spending cuts and lower taxes

## Missouri

4 races

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

Bethany Mann (Democratic) vs. Bob Onder (Republican)

[“Economy, Taxes & Labor” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mo-03.md#economy-taxes-labor) (salience: high)

- Bethany Mann: Supports corporate tax reform and union rights
- Bob Onder: Supports income tax cuts and deregulation

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

Josh Smead (Democratic) vs. Chris Stigall (Republican)

[“Taxes & Economic Policy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mo-06.md#taxes-economic-policy) (salience: high)

- Josh Smead: Opposes billionaire tax breaks and tariffs
- Chris Stigall: Supports permanent tax cuts

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

Missi Hesketh (Democratic) vs. Eric Burlison (Republican)

[“Taxes and federal spending” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mo-07.md#taxes-and-federal-spending) (salience: high)

- Missi Hesketh: Supports taxing billionaires and stopping price gouging
- Eric Burlison: Supports tax cuts and spending reductions

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

Christopher Reichard (Democratic) vs. Jason Smith (Republican)

[“Economy, government spending, and trade” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mo-08.md#economy-government-spending-and-trade) (salience: high)

- Christopher Reichard: Opposes tariffs and spending cuts
- Jason Smith: Supports spending restraint and tax cuts

## Montana

2 races

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

Sam Forstag (Democratic) vs. Aaron Flint (Republican)

[“Taxes and Government Ethics Reform” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mt-01.md#taxes-and-government-ethics-reform) (salience: high)

- Sam Forstag: Supports progressive taxation and campaign finance reform
- Aaron Flint: Supports balanced budgets, tax relief, and stock bans

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

Brian Miller (Democratic) vs. Troy Downing (Republican)

[“Foreign Policy and Military Spending” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mt-02.md#foreign-policy-and-military-spending) (salience: medium)

- Brian Miller: Supports reduced foreign involvement and defense cuts
- Troy Downing: Supports strong defense and veteran services

## North Carolina

6 races

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

Deborah Ross (Democratic) vs. Eugene Douglass (Republican)

[“Federal Spending, Taxation, & Government Role” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nc-02.md#federal-spending-taxation-government-role) (salience: medium)

- Deborah Ross: Supports targeted spending and social safety net
- Eugene Douglass: Supports smaller government and lower taxes

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

Valerie Foushee (Democratic) vs. Mahesh Ganorkar (Republican)

[“Economy, Taxes & Cost of Living” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nc-04.md#economy-taxes-cost-of-living) (salience: high)

- Valerie Foushee: Supports progressive taxation and anti-price-gouging
- Mahesh Ganorkar: Supports tax elimination and free markets

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

Chuck Hubbard (Democratic) vs. Virginia Foxx (Republican)

[“Cost of living, taxes, and the economy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nc-05.md#cost-of-living-taxes-and-the-economy) (salience: high)

- Chuck Hubbard: Supports tax reform on corporations
- Virginia Foxx: Supports tax cuts and deregulation

[“Government reform, ethics, and spending” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nc-05.md#government-reform-ethics-and-spending) (salience: medium)

- Chuck Hubbard: Supports congressional stock ban and transparency
- Virginia Foxx: Supports spending controls and regulatory reduction

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

Alma Adams (Democratic) vs. Jack Codiga (Republican)

[“Government Spending, Taxes & Welfare” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nc-12.md#government-spending-taxes-welfare) (salience: medium)

- Alma Adams: Supports protecting Social Security and social safety nets
- Jack Codiga: Supports eliminating welfare state and income tax

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

Paul Barringer (Democratic) vs. Brad Knott (Republican)

[“Inflation, Debt, and Fiscal Policy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nc-13.md#inflation-debt-and-fiscal-policy) (salience: high)

- Paul Barringer: Supports fiscal discipline and bipartisan spending restraint
- Brad Knott: Supports spending cuts and a constitutional balanced budget amendment

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

Lakesha Womack (Democratic) vs. Timothy K. Moore (Republican)

[“Economy and Taxes” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nc-14.md#economy-and-taxes) (salience: high)

- Lakesha Womack: Supports middle-class tax relief and minimum wage increase
- Timothy K. Moore: Supports personal income tax cuts and fiscal discipline

[“Education and Student Debt” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nc-14.md#education-and-student-debt) (salience: medium)

- Lakesha Womack: Supports public school funding and student debt relief
- Timothy K. Moore: No documented position in our sources

## North Dakota

1 race

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

Trygve Hammer (Democratic) vs. Julie Fedorchak (Republican)

[“Economy, Inflation, and Taxes” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nd-al.md#economy-inflation-and-taxes) (salience: high)

- Trygve Hammer: Supports corporate tax fairness
- Julie Fedorchak: Curbs spending and controls debt

## Utah

2 races

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

Peter Crosby (Democratic) vs. Blake Moore (Republican)

[“Government Ethics and Budgetary Reform” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ut-02.md#government-ethics-and-budgetary-reform) (salience: medium)

- Peter Crosby: Supports banning stock trading and dark money
- Blake Moore: Advocates fiscal discipline and deficit reduction

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

Kent Udell (Democratic) vs. Celeste Maloy (Republican)

[“Economy, Taxes & Spending” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ut-03.md#economy-taxes-spending) (salience: high)

- Kent Udell: Supports fiscal responsibility and rule of law
- Celeste Maloy: Supports tax cuts and spending reduction

## Washington

2 races

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

John Duresky (Democratic) vs. Amanda McKinney (Republican)

[“Economy, Taxation, and Affordability” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-wa-04.md#economy-taxation-and-affordability) (salience: high)

- John Duresky: Supports tax reform and worker protections
- Amanda McKinney: Favors fiscal discipline and spending cuts

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

Emily Randall (Democratic) vs. Teresa Fox (Republican)

[“Economy, Taxes, and Government Spending” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-wa-06.md#economy-taxes-and-government-spending) (salience: high)

- Emily Randall: Supports middle-out economic growth and corporate taxation
- Teresa Fox: Supports tax cuts and spending restraint

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.