--- title: "Veterans: where 2026 candidates stand" url: "https://www.2026election.com/issues/veterans" updated: "2026-10-09" source: "Candidates' campaign sites and Ballotpedia, quoted verbatim" publisher: "Pluribus" --- # Veterans: where 2026 candidates stand 197 races · Democratic nominees documented in 153 · Republican in 155 · 370 verbatim quotes ## Salience · Veterans Of the 197 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. 12 high, 105 medium, 80 low 197 issue mentions · topics grouped by keyword · a race can appear under more than one topic · as of October 9, 2026 ## Alabama 6 races ### [Governor](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-al.md) Doug Jones (Democratic) vs. Tommy Tuberville (Republican) [“Defense & Veterans Affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-al.md#defense-veterans-affairs) (salience: medium) - Doug Jones: Supporting veterans, military spouses, and defense personnel - Tommy Tuberville: Investing in defense and improving veteran services ### [U.S. Senate](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-al.md) Everett Wess (Democratic) vs. Barry Moore (Republican) [“Veterans and Military” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-al.md#veterans-and-military) (salience: medium) - Everett Wess: No documented position in our sources - Barry Moore: Supports VA funding and military readiness ### [1st District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-al-01.md) Clyde Jones (Democratic) vs. Jerry Carl (Republican) [“Veterans and Defense” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-al-01.md#veterans-and-defense) (salience: medium) - Clyde Jones: Highlights decorated military leadership service - Jerry Carl: Supports defense authorization and veterans ### [2nd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-al-02.md) Shomari Figures (Democratic) vs. Rhett Marques (Republican) [“Foreign policy, defense, and veterans” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-al-02.md#foreign-policy-defense-and-veterans) (salience: low) - Shomari Figures: Transparency and government oversight - Rhett Marques: Peace through strength; support Israel ### [3rd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-al-03.md) Lee McInnis (Democratic) vs. Mike Rogers (Republican) [“Veterans and Defense” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-al-03.md#veterans-and-defense) (salience: medium) - Lee McInnis: Supports robust Veterans Health Care System - Mike Rogers: Supports defense spending and local military facilities ### [6th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-al-06.md) Maurice Mercer (Democratic) vs. Gary Palmer (Republican) [“Veterans Affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-al-06.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: low) - Maurice Mercer: Supports veteran services and troop repatriation - Gary Palmer: Supports military defense authorization funding ## Connecticut 3 races ### [Governor](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-ct.md) Ned Lamont (Democratic) vs. Ryan Fazio (Republican) [“Veterans Affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-ct.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: medium) - Ned Lamont: No documented position in our sources - Ryan Fazio: Streamlines services, cuts fees, and supports veteran employment ### [2nd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ct-02.md) Joe Courtney (Democratic) vs. George Austin (Republican) [“Veterans” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ct-02.md#veterans) (salience: medium) - Joe Courtney: Supports expanded constituent services for veterans - George Austin: Advocates for VA reform and care ### [5th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ct-05.md) Jahana Hayes (Democratic) vs. Chris Shea (Republican) [“Veterans” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ct-05.md#veterans) (salience: low) - Jahana Hayes: Supports expanded veteran healthcare and support programs - Chris Shea: No documented position in our sources ## Florida 16 races ### [Governor](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-fl.md) David Jolly (Democratic) vs. Byron Donalds (Republican) [“Veterans Services” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-fl.md#veterans-services) (salience: low) - David Jolly: Supports expanding state veteran services - Byron Donalds: No documented position in our sources ### [1st District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-01.md) Gay Valimont (Democratic) vs. Jimmy Patronis (Republican) [“Veterans & Military Affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-01.md#veterans-military-affairs) (salience: medium) - Gay Valimont: Supports expanded veteran healthcare and services - Jimmy Patronis: Supports military and veteran organizations ### [4th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-04.md) LaShonda Holloway (Democratic) vs. Aaron Bean (Republican) [“Social Security & Veterans Services” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-04.md#social-security-veterans-services) (salience: low) - LaShonda Holloway: Supports protecting Social Security and funding VA care - Aaron Bean: Voted for military construction and veterans appropriations ### [5th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-05.md) Rachel Grage (Democratic) vs. John Rutherford (Republican) [“Veterans and National Defense” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-05.md#veterans-and-national-defense) (salience: low) - Rachel Grage: No documented position in our sources - John Rutherford: Supports military spending and VA reform ### [7th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-07.md) Bale Dalton (Democratic) vs. Ryan Elijah (Republican) · Lean R [“Veterans affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-07.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: medium) - Bale Dalton: Supports expanded healthcare and benefits for veterans - Ryan Elijah: Supports high-quality veteran healthcare ### [9th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-09.md) Darren Soto (Democratic) vs. Dan Green (Republican) · Lean R [“Defense, Foreign Policy, and Veterans” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-09.md#defense-foreign-policy-and-veterans) (salience: medium) - Darren Soto: Supports military funding and veterans care - Dan Green: Supports peace through strength ### [12th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-12.md) Kimberly Overman (Democratic) vs. Gus M. Bilirakis (Republican) [“Veterans and military families” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-12.md#veterans-and-military-families) (salience: medium) - Kimberly Overman: Supports expanded VA healthcare and transition programs - Gus M. Bilirakis: Supports expanding veteran healthcare benefits and housing ### [13th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-13.md) Leela Gray (Democratic) vs. Anna Paulina Luna (Republican) [“Veterans & Military” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-13.md#veterans-military) (salience: medium) - Leela Gray: Supports cutting VA red tape for healthcare - Anna Paulina Luna: Supports expanding local constituent VA services ### [16th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-16.md) Kelly Kirschner (Democratic) vs. Sydney Gruters (Republican) [“Veterans affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-16.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: medium) - Kelly Kirschner: Supports fully funding VA services - Sydney Gruters: Supports strengthening veterans' benefits ### [18th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-18.md) Curtis Gibson (Democratic) vs. Scott Franklin (Republican) [“Veterans Affairs and Healthcare” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-18.md#veterans-affairs-and-healthcare) (salience: high) - Curtis Gibson: Supports expanding local healthcare access for veterans - Scott Franklin: Supports veteran programs through appropriations committee role ### [19th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-19.md) Victor Arias (Democratic) vs. Jim Schwartzel (Republican) [“Veterans' Services” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-19.md#veterans-services) (salience: medium) - Victor Arias: Expands VA healthcare and cuts bureaucracy - Jim Schwartzel: Guarantees healthcare and job opportunities ### [21st District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-21.md) James Martin (Democratic) vs. Brian Mast (Republican) [“Veterans & Seniors” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-21.md#veterans-seniors) (salience: medium) - James Martin: Opposes Social Security cuts and VA privatization - Brian Mast: Supports protecting Social Security, Medicare, and VA choice ### [23rd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-23.md) Lois Frankel (Democratic) vs. Deborah Adeimy (Republican) [“Veterans' Services” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-23.md#veterans-services) (salience: low) - Lois Frankel: Supports expanded benefits and services for veterans - Deborah Adeimy: Supports honoring veterans and military strength ### [24th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-24.md) Oliver Gilbert (Democratic) vs. Te Brown (Republican) [“Veterans Affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-24.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: low) - Oliver Gilbert: No documented position in our sources - Te Brown: Supports VA reform and accountability ### [26th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-26.md) Nicole Locklin (Democratic) vs. Mario Diaz-Balart (Republican) [“Veterans Affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-26.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: low) - Nicole Locklin: Support veterans through healthcare and social security - Mario Diaz-Balart: Increase VA funding and local centers ### [28th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-28.md) Phil Ehr (Democratic) vs. Carlos Gimenez (Republican) [“Veterans affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-28.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: medium) - Phil Ehr: Supports expanding South Florida VA medical facilities - Carlos Gimenez: Supports defense funding and veteran care appropriations ## Georgia 10 races ### [Governor](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-ga.md) Keisha Bottoms (Democratic) vs. Rick Jackson (Republican) · Toss-up [“Veterans and Military Families” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-ga.md#veterans-and-military-families) (salience: medium) - Keisha Bottoms: Supports military skill translation and veteran tax relief - Rick Jackson: Supports waiving professional licensing fees and establishing a Veterans Office ### [2nd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ga-02.md) Sanford Bishop Jr. (Democratic) vs. Matt Day (Republican) [“Defense, Military & Veterans Affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ga-02.md#defense-military-veterans-affairs) (salience: medium) - Sanford Bishop Jr.: Supports military installations, personnel, and veterans' care - Matt Day: No documented position in our sources ### [3rd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ga-03.md) Maura Keller (Democratic) vs. Brian Jack (Republican) [“Veterans affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ga-03.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: medium) - Maura Keller: Supports VA care expansion and food security - Brian Jack: Voted for military and VA funding ### [7th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ga-07.md) Tony Kozycki (Democratic) vs. Rich McCormick (Republican) [“Veterans affairs and national defense” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ga-07.md#veterans-affairs-and-national-defense) (salience: medium) - Tony Kozycki: Supports expanding veteran healthcare and strengthening foreign alliances - Rich McCormick: Supports military readiness and enhanced veteran healthcare ### [8th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ga-08.md) Kelly Esti (Democratic) vs. Austin Scott (Republican) [“Veterans and Military Affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ga-08.md#veterans-and-military-affairs) (salience: medium) - Kelly Esti: Supports expanded rural VA healthcare access - Austin Scott: Supports robust national defense spending ### [9th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ga-09.md) Caitlyn Gegen (Democratic) vs. Andrew Clyde (Republican) [“Veterans Affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ga-09.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: low) - Caitlyn Gegen: No documented position in our sources - Andrew Clyde: Supports expanding veteran healthcare and benefits ### [10th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ga-10.md) Pamela DeLancy (Democratic) vs. Houston Gaines (Republican) [“Veterans & Military Affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ga-10.md#veterans-military-affairs) (salience: medium) - Pamela DeLancy: Supports fully funding VA healthcare - Houston Gaines: Supports strong military and removing DEI ### [12th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ga-12.md) Ceretta Smith (Democratic) vs. Rick Allen (Republican) [“Veterans Policy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ga-12.md#veterans-policy) (salience: medium) - Ceretta Smith: Supports expanding veteran healthcare and benefits - Rick Allen: Supports military funding and VA appropriations ### [13th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ga-13.md) Jasmine Clark (Democratic) vs. Jonathan Chavez (Republican) [“Veterans' Care and Services” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ga-13.md#veterans-care-and-services) (salience: low) - Jasmine Clark: Supports VA health staffing and veteran housing - Jonathan Chavez: Supports veteran transportation and health services ### [14th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ga-14.md) Shawn Harris (Democratic) vs. Clayton Fuller (Republican) [“Veterans' Care” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ga-14.md#veterans-care) (salience: low) - Shawn Harris: Opposes VA privatization and expands mental health care - Clayton Fuller: Supports military and veteran service ## Pennsylvania 5 races ### [Governor](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-pa.md) Josh Shapiro (Democratic) vs. Stacy Garrity (Republican) [“Veterans affairs and military service” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-pa.md#veterans-affairs-and-military-service) (salience: medium) - Josh Shapiro: No documented position in our sources - Stacy Garrity: Supports veterans through service and returning military honors ### [7th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-pa-07.md) Bob Brooks (Democratic) vs. Ryan Mackenzie (Republican) · Toss-up [“Veterans” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-pa-07.md#veterans) (salience: low) - Bob Brooks: Supports expanding VA healthcare and staffing - Ryan Mackenzie: Supports active-duty pay raises and VA customer service reform ### [10th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-pa-10.md) Janelle Stelson (Democratic) vs. Scott Perry (Republican) · Toss-up [“Veterans affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-pa-10.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: medium) - Janelle Stelson: Expands veteran healthcare and benefits - Scott Perry: Reforms VA accountability and healthcare ### [15th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-pa-15.md) Ray Bilger (Democratic) vs. Glenn Thompson (Republican) [“Veterans Affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-pa-15.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: low) - Ray Bilger: Protects VA funding and care access - Glenn Thompson: Supports veterans and military defense ### [16th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-pa-16.md) Justin Wagner (Democratic) vs. Mike Kelly (Republican) [“Veterans affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-pa-16.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: low) - Justin Wagner: Supports expanding VA resources - Mike Kelly: Supports VA healthcare improvements ## Tennessee 6 races ### [Governor](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-tn.md) Jerri Green (Democratic) vs. Marsha Blackburn (Republican) [“Veterans Affairs and Military Personnel” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-governor-tn.md#veterans-affairs-and-military-personnel) (salience: low) - Jerri Green: Supports veteran mental health and peer counseling - Marsha Blackburn: Supports comprehensive military and veteran funding ### [1st District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tn-01.md) Kristi Burke (Democratic) vs. Diana Harshbarger (Republican) [“Veterans Affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tn-01.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: low) - Kristi Burke: No documented position in our sources - Diana Harshbarger: Supports expanding veteran services ### [2nd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tn-02.md) Michaela Barnett (Democratic) vs. Tim Burchett (Republican) [“Veterans” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tn-02.md#veterans) (salience: low) - Michaela Barnett: Supports expanding veteran services - Tim Burchett: Supports full backing for veterans ### [3rd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tn-03.md) Anna Golladay (Democratic) vs. Charles J. Fleischmann (Republican) [“Law enforcement and veterans” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tn-03.md#law-enforcement-and-veterans) (salience: low) - Anna Golladay: No documented position in our sources - Charles J. Fleischmann: Supports law enforcement funding, VA reforms ### [6th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tn-06.md) Mike Croley (Democratic) vs. Johnny Garrett (Republican) [“Law Enforcement and Veterans Services” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tn-06.md#law-enforcement-and-veterans-services) (salience: medium) - Mike Croley: Supports VA healthcare reform and agency oversight - Johnny Garrett: Supports law enforcement and first responders ### [7th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tn-07.md) Darden Copeland (Democratic) vs. Matt Van Epps (Republican) [“Veterans and Military Affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tn-07.md#veterans-and-military-affairs) (salience: medium) - Darden Copeland: No documented position in our sources - Matt Van Epps: Supports VA reform and military strength ## Alaska 2 races ### [U.S. Senate](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-ak.md) Mary Peltola (Democratic) vs. Dan S. Sullivan (Republican) · Toss-up [“Defense, military, and veterans” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-ak.md#defense-military-and-veterans) (salience: medium) - Mary Peltola: Supports military families and cost-of-living allowances - Dan S. Sullivan: Supports defense spending and veteran services ### [At-Large District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ak-al.md) Bill Hill (Nonpartisan) vs. Nicholas Begich (Republican) [“Veterans” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ak-al.md#veterans) (salience: low) - Bill Hill: Supports full VA funding and job placement - Nicholas Begich: No documented position in our sources ## Arkansas 3 races ### [U.S. Senate](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-ar.md) Hallie Shoffner (Democratic) vs. Tom Cotton (Republican) [“National Defense, Foreign Policy, and Veterans” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-ar.md#national-defense-foreign-policy-and-veterans) (salience: medium) - Hallie Shoffner: Supports veteran services and domestic fiscal balance - Tom Cotton: Supports strong defense spending and countering China ### [2nd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ar-02.md) Chris Jones (Democratic) vs. French Hill (Republican) [“Veterans Affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ar-02.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: medium) - Chris Jones: No documented position in our sources - French Hill: Expanding benefits and constituent casework assistance ### [3rd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ar-03.md) Robb Ryerse (Democratic) vs. Steve Womack (Republican) [“Veterans and National Defense” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ar-03.md#veterans-and-national-defense) (salience: medium) - Robb Ryerse: Supports expanding veteran healthcare and housing - Steve Womack: Supports robust defense funding and veteran assistance ## Delaware 1 race ### [U.S. Senate](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-de.md) Chris Coons (Democratic) vs. Michael Katz (Republican) [“Veterans affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-de.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: medium) - Chris Coons: Supports expanding toxic exposure benefits and VA care - Michael Katz: Supports building new Southern Delaware VA facility ## Iowa 4 races ### [U.S. Senate](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-ia.md) Josh Turek (Democratic) vs. Ashley Hinson (Republican) · Lean R [“Veterans” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-ia.md#veterans) (salience: medium) - Josh Turek: Supports expanding VA funding and PACT Act - Ashley Hinson: Supports expanding rural VA health access ### [2nd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ia-02.md) Lindsay James (Democratic) vs. Joe Mitchell (Republican) · Lean R [“Veterans Issues” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ia-02.md#veterans-issues) (salience: low) - Lindsay James: Supports expanded veteran support services - Joe Mitchell: No documented position in our sources ### [3rd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ia-03.md) Sarah Trone Garriott (Democratic) vs. Zach Nunn (Republican) · Toss-up [“Veterans and National Defense” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ia-03.md#veterans-and-national-defense) (salience: low) - Sarah Trone Garriott: Expand rural VA healthcare and services - Zach Nunn: Fully fund defense and support veterans ### [4th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ia-04.md) Dave Dawson (Democratic) vs. Chris McGowan (Republican) [“Veterans & Public Safety” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ia-04.md#veterans-public-safety) (salience: medium) - Dave Dawson: Supports fully funding VA and veteran benefits - Chris McGowan: Supports military funding and robust veteran advocacy ## Kansas 2 races ### [U.S. Senate](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-ks.md) Adam Hamilton (Democratic) vs. Roger Marshall (Republican) [“Defense & Veterans Affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-ks.md#defense-veterans-affairs) (salience: low) - Adam Hamilton: No documented position in our sources - Roger Marshall: Funding Kansas defense infrastructure and expanding veterans' healthcare ### [3rd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ks-03.md) Sharice Davids (Democratic) vs. Eric Jenkins (Republican) [“National security and veterans” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ks-03.md#national-security-and-veterans) (salience: medium) - Sharice Davids: Supports veterans' benefits and defense funding - Eric Jenkins: Supports military modernization and veterans' care ## Kentucky 1 race ### [U.S. Senate](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-ky.md) Charles Booker (Democratic) vs. Andy Barr (Republican) [“Veterans Affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-ky.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: medium) - Charles Booker: No documented position in our sources - Andy Barr: Supports expanding veteran healthcare and scholarships ## Massachusetts 3 races ### [U.S. Senate](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-ma.md) Edward J. Markey (Democratic) vs. John Deaton (Republican) [“Veterans Services” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-ma.md#veterans-services) (salience: low) - Edward J. Markey: Supports universal VA healthcare access - John Deaton: Supports Veterans Choice, mental health expansion ### [6th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ma-06.md) Dan Koh (Democratic) vs. Micah Jones (Republican) [“Veterans, Public Service, and National Defense” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ma-06.md#veterans-public-service-and-national-defense) (salience: medium) - Dan Koh: No documented position in our sources - Micah Jones: Supports expanding public service GI-bill pathways and military modernization ### [9th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ma-09.md) Bill Keating (Democratic) vs. R. Tyler MacAllister (Republican) [“Veterans and Seniors” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ma-09.md#veterans-and-seniors) (salience: medium) - Bill Keating: Supports benefits for veterans and seniors - R. Tyler MacAllister: Pledges to protect earned benefits ## Nebraska 2 races ### [U.S. Senate](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-ne.md) No Democratic nominee vs. Pete Ricketts (Republican) [“Veterans and Military Families” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-ne.md#veterans-and-military-families) (salience: low) - Pete Ricketts: Supports tax relief and streamlined services for veterans ### [3rd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ne-03.md) Becky Lynn Stille (Democratic) vs. Adrian Smith (Republican) [“Foreign Policy, Defense & Veterans” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ne-03.md#foreign-policy-defense-veterans) (salience: low) - Becky Lynn Stille: Supports foreign aid, military veterans, and democratic alliances - Adrian Smith: Supports America First foreign policy and military funding ## Ohio 5 races ### [U.S. Senate (special)](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-oh-special.md) Sherrod Brown (Democratic) vs. Jon Husted (Republican) · Toss-up [“Veterans Affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-oh-special.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: medium) - Sherrod Brown: Supports expanded healthcare for veterans - Jon Husted: Supports funding for veterans programs ### [1st District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-oh-01.md) Greg Landsman (Democratic) vs. Eric Conroy (Republican) · Tilt D [“Veterans” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-oh-01.md#veterans) (salience: low) - Greg Landsman: Supports strengthening VA services and PACT Act benefits - Eric Conroy: Supports VA reform and healthcare expansion ### [9th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-oh-09.md) Marcy Kaptur (Democratic) vs. Derek Merrin (Republican) · Toss-up [“Veterans & defense” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-oh-09.md#veterans-defense) (salience: medium) - Marcy Kaptur: Supports veterans' benefits, local defense bases, and congressional war power oversight - Derek Merrin: Supports fallen military and first responder families ### [10th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-oh-10.md) Kristina Knickerbocker (Democratic) vs. Michael Turner (Republican) [“Veterans and defense installations” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-oh-10.md#veterans-and-defense-installations) (salience: high) - Kristina Knickerbocker: Supports VA funding and military readiness - Michael Turner: Supports WPAFB expansion and veteran care ### [12th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-oh-12.md) Jerrad Christian (Democratic) vs. Troy Balderson (Republican) [“Veterans affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-oh-12.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: medium) - Jerrad Christian: Supports expanding VA funding and transition support - Troy Balderson: Supports VA choice and bureaucracy reduction ## Oklahoma 2 races ### [U.S. Senate](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-ok.md) N'Kiyla Thomas (Democratic) vs. Kevin Hern (Republican) [“Military and Veterans” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-ok.md#military-and-veterans) (salience: low) - N'Kiyla Thomas: Supports military family compensation and VA care - Kevin Hern: Supports veterans care and recognition legislation ### [5th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ok-05.md) Jena Nelson (Democratic) vs. Stephanie Bice (Republican) [“Veterans” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ok-05.md#veterans) (salience: high) - Jena Nelson: Opposes VA medical care budget cuts - Stephanie Bice: Supports expanding veteran healthcare and benefits ## Rhode Island 2 races ### [U.S. Senate](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-ri.md) Jack Reed (Democratic) vs. Raymond McKay (Republican) [“Veterans Affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-senate-ri.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: medium) - Jack Reed: Expand healthcare access for toxic exposure - Raymond McKay: Expand support and resources for veterans ### [1st District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ri-01.md) Gabe Amo (Democratic) vs. Kellie Keenan (Republican) [“Veterans” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ri-01.md#veterans) (salience: low) - Gabe Amo: Supports PACT Act and mental healthcare funding - Kellie Keenan: Supports cutting benefit red tape and workforce programs ## Arizona 3 races ### [2nd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-az-02.md) Jonathan Nez (Democratic) vs. Eli Crane (Republican) [“Veterans affairs and defense” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-az-02.md#veterans-affairs-and-defense) (salience: low) - Jonathan Nez: No documented position in our sources - Eli Crane: Supports expanding veteran healthcare and services ### [6th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-az-06.md) JoAnna Mendoza (Democratic) vs. Juan Ciscomani (Republican) · Toss-up [“Veterans & defense” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-az-06.md#veterans-defense) (salience: medium) - JoAnna Mendoza: Supports expanding VA healthcare and diplomatic national defense - Juan Ciscomani: Supports military base funding and VA housing access ### [8th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-az-08.md) Bernadette Greene Placentia (Democratic) vs. Abraham Hamadeh (Republican) [“Veterans and military affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-az-08.md#veterans-and-military-affairs) (salience: medium) - Bernadette Greene Placentia: Supports fully funding VA and reducing intake delays - Abraham Hamadeh: Supports expanded VA funding and mental healthcare ## California 24 races ### [3rd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-03.md) Ami Bera (Democratic) vs. Robb Tucker (Republican) [“Veterans Affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-03.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: low) - Ami Bera: Supports expanding VA healthcare staffing and reducing wait times - Robb Tucker: No documented position in our sources ### [4th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-04.md) Mike Thompson (Democratic) vs. Eric Jones (Democratic) [“Veterans” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-04.md#veterans) (salience: medium) - Mike Thompson: Supports veteran healthcare, housing, and DOD transparency - Eric Jones: Supports nonprofit assistance for veterans ### [8th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-08.md) John Garamendi (Democratic) vs. Rudy Recile (Republican) [“Veterans and Military Affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-08.md#veterans-and-military-affairs) (salience: medium) - John Garamendi: Supports military base investments and veteran services - Rudy Recile: Supports veteran benefit reforms and bureaucratic reduction ### [9th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-09.md) Josh Harder (Democratic) vs. John McBride (Republican) [“Veterans” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-09.md#veterans) (salience: low) - Josh Harder: Expanding VA healthcare and mental health benefits - John McBride: No documented position in our sources ### [13th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-13.md) Adam Gray (Democratic) vs. Kevin Lincoln II (Republican) · Tilt D [“Veterans affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-13.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: medium) - Adam Gray: Supports expanding veteran healthcare and benefits - Kevin Lincoln II: Advocates improving veteran healthcare and benefits ### [15th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-15.md) Kevin Mullin (Democratic) vs. Charles Hoelter (Republican) [“Veterans affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-15.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: medium) - Kevin Mullin: Supports full benefits for Filipino World War II veterans - Charles Hoelter: Supports improved veteran healthcare and administrative respect ### [20th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-20.md) Sandra Van Scotter (Democratic) vs. Vince Fong (Republican) [“Veterans and Defense Policy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-20.md#veterans-and-defense-policy) (salience: medium) - Sandra Van Scotter: Supports streamlining veterans benefits and outreach - Vince Fong: Supports defense spending and aerospace growth ### [21st District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-21.md) Jim Costa (Democratic) vs. Kyle Kirkland (Republican) [“Veterans affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-21.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: medium) - Jim Costa: Supports expanding veteran healthcare and facilities - Kyle Kirkland: No documented position in our sources ### [22nd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-22.md) Randy Villegas (Democratic) vs. David G. Valadao (Republican) · Toss-up [“Veterans affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-22.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: low) - Randy Villegas: Repatriate deported military veterans - David G. Valadao: Reform VA healthcare and services ### [23rd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-23.md) Tessa Lynn Hodge (Democratic) vs. Jay Obernolte (Republican) [“Veterans and Military Affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-23.md#veterans-and-military-affairs) (salience: medium) - Tessa Lynn Hodge: Supports veterans and military families - Jay Obernolte: Supports military funding and veterans' health coverage ### [24th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-24.md) Salud Carbajal (Democratic) vs. Bob Smith (Republican) [“Veterans” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-24.md#veterans) (salience: low) - Salud Carbajal: Supports expanded veteran care and support - Bob Smith: Supports veteran advocacy based on military career ### [25th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-25.md) Raul Ruiz (Democratic) vs. Joe Males (Republican) [“Veterans affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-25.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: medium) - Raul Ruiz: Advocates toxic exposure healthcare and benefit access - Joe Males: Focuses on community veteran support and leadership ### [26th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-26.md) Jacqui Irwin (Democratic) vs. Samuel Gallucci (Republican) [“Veterans affairs and homelessness” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-26.md#veterans-affairs-and-homelessness) (salience: medium) - Jacqui Irwin: Supports homeless veterans and veterans services - Samuel Gallucci: Supports structured homelessness treatment and veterans care ### [28th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-28.md) Judy Chu (Democratic) vs. April Verlato (Republican) [“Veterans” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-28.md#veterans) (salience: low) - Judy Chu: No documented position in our sources - April Verlato: Supports expanding regional VA medical facilities ### [31st District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-31.md) Gil Cisneros (Democratic) vs. Eric Ching (Republican) [“Veterans and national security” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-31.md#veterans-and-national-security) (salience: medium) - Gil Cisneros: Supports veteran services and international democratic alliances - Eric Ching: Supports strong defense against foreign adversaries ### [32nd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-32.md) Brad Sherman (Democratic) vs. Larry Thompson (Republican) [“Veterans Affairs and Homelessness” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-32.md#veterans-affairs-and-homelessness) (salience: medium) - Brad Sherman: Supports expanded housing and VA healthcare - Larry Thompson: Supports institutional treatment for homeless ### [35th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-35.md) Norma Torres (Democratic) vs. Mike Cargile (Republican) [“Veterans Affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-35.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: low) - Norma Torres: Supports federal funding for veterans and defense spending - Mike Cargile: Supports expanded veterans' care and holding officials accountable ### [38th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-38.md) Hilda Solis (Democratic) vs. Pedro Casas (Republican) [“Veterans' Services” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-38.md#veterans-services) (salience: low) - Hilda Solis: Supports defending veterans' federal benefits - Pedro Casas: Supports expanded veteran behavioral healthcare ### [39th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-39.md) Mark Takano (Democratic) vs. Steve Manos (Republican) [“Veterans' Affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-39.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: medium) - Mark Takano: Advocates expanding veterans' healthcare and benefits - Steve Manos: Supports sustained resources for veterans ### [44th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-44.md) Nanette Barragán (Democratic) vs. Genevieve Angel (Republican) [“Veterans” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-44.md#veterans) (salience: low) - Nanette Barragán: Supports expanding VA benefits and veteran mental health - Genevieve Angel: Supports improved care for seniors and veterans ### [49th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-49.md) Mike Levin (Democratic) vs. Armen Kurdian (Republican) [“Veterans Affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-49.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: medium) - Mike Levin: Expands veteran healthcare and ends homelessness - Armen Kurdian: Leverages military service to support service members ### [50th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-50.md) Scott Peters (Democratic) vs. Steve Cohen (Republican) [“Veterans affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-50.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: medium) - Scott Peters: Supports enhanced VA healthcare and veteran services - Steve Cohen: No documented position in our sources ### [51st District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-51.md) Sara Jacobs (Democratic) vs. Ricardo Cabrera (Republican) [“Veterans and military families” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-51.md#veterans-and-military-families) (salience: medium) - Sara Jacobs: Supports expanding veteran care, spouse employment - Ricardo Cabrera: Supports expanded healthcare, benefits for veterans ### [52nd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-52.md) Juan Vargas (Democratic) vs. Jeff Belle (Republican) [“Veterans and Senior Citizens” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ca-52.md#veterans-and-senior-citizens) (salience: medium) - Juan Vargas: Supports protecting Social Security, Medicare, and veteran benefits - Jeff Belle: Proposes targeted tax relief and facility upgrades for veterans and seniors ## Colorado 4 races ### [3rd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-co-03.md) Dwayne Romero (Democratic) vs. Jeff Hurd (Republican) · Lean R [“Veterans services” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-co-03.md#veterans-services) (salience: medium) - Dwayne Romero: Opposes VA budget cuts and bureaucratic delays - Jeff Hurd: Supports funding for military construction and VA ### [4th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-co-04.md) Eileen Laubacher (Democratic) vs. Lauren Boebert (Republican) [“Veterans & Military Families” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-co-04.md#veterans-military-families) (salience: medium) - Eileen Laubacher: Expand VA services and cut red tape - Lauren Boebert: Supports private-sector veteran care options ### [5th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-co-05.md) Jessica Killin (Democratic) vs. Jeff Crank (Republican) [“Veterans and military installations” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-co-05.md#veterans-and-military-installations) (salience: medium) - Jessica Killin: Supports VA staffing and local aerospace jobs - Jeff Crank: Supports local military bases and veterans ### [8th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-co-08.md) Manny Rutinel (Democratic) vs. Gabe Evans (Republican) · Toss-up [“Veterans and military affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-co-08.md#veterans-and-military-affairs) (salience: low) - Manny Rutinel: Supports expanding VA healthcare coverage and scam protections - Gabe Evans: Supports military warfighting focus and veteran representation ## Idaho 2 races ### [1st District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-id-01.md) Kaylee Peterson (Democratic) vs. Russ Fulcher (Republican) [“Veterans affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-id-01.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: low) - Kaylee Peterson: Supports expanded veteran healthcare and resources - Russ Fulcher: Supports funding for military and veterans programs ### [2nd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-id-02.md) Elinor Gilbreath (Democratic) vs. Michael K. Simpson (Republican) [“Veterans affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-id-02.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: low) - Elinor Gilbreath: No documented position in our sources - Michael K. Simpson: Supports fully funding the Veterans Administration ## Illinois 10 races ### [1st District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-il-01.md) Jonathan Jackson (Democratic) vs. Christian Maxwell (Republican) [“Veterans & Agriculture” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-il-01.md#veterans-agriculture) (salience: low) - Jonathan Jackson: Serves on House Agriculture Committee - Christian Maxwell: Supports veteran agricultural and workforce integration ### [2nd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-il-02.md) Donna Miller (Democratic) vs. Mike Noack (Republican) [“Veterans Affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-il-02.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: medium) - Donna Miller: Supports expanding VA funding and benefits - Mike Noack: Supports skill-matching career pipeline for veterans ### [3rd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-il-03.md) Delia Ramirez (Democratic) vs. Angel Oakley (Republican) [“Veterans Affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-il-03.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: low) - Delia Ramirez: Supports expanding VA benefits and health care - Angel Oakley: No documented position in our sources ### [6th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-il-06.md) Sean Casten (Democratic) vs. Niki Conforti (Republican) [“Veterans Policy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-il-06.md#veterans-policy) (salience: low) - Sean Casten: Supports VA funding and modernization - Niki Conforti: 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) [“Veterans Affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-il-11.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: low) - Bill Foster: No documented position in our sources - Jeffrey Walter: Supports VA healthcare and compensation reforms ### [12th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-il-12.md) Julie Fortier (Democratic) vs. Mike Bost (Republican) [“Veterans' Affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-il-12.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: high) - Julie Fortier: Opposes VA privatization - Mike Bost: Supports robust veteran healthcare funding ### [13th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-il-13.md) Nikki Budzinski (Democratic) vs. Jeff Wilson (Republican) [“Veterans affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-il-13.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: low) - Nikki Budzinski: Supports full VA funding and mental healthcare expansion - Jeff Wilson: No documented position in our sources ### [15th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-il-15.md) Jennifer Todd (Democratic) vs. Mary Miller (Republican) [“Veterans Affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-il-15.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: medium) - Jennifer Todd: Supports expanding VA healthcare and veteran benefits - Mary Miller: Supports military veterans and defense funding ### [16th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-il-16.md) Paul Nolley (Democratic) vs. Darin LaHood (Republican) [“Veterans Affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-il-16.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: low) - Paul Nolley: Supports fully funding and rebuilding the VA - Darin LaHood: Voted for military construction and VA appropriations ### [17th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-il-17.md) Eric Sorensen (Democratic) vs. Dillan Vancil (Republican) [“Veterans and Infrastructure” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-il-17.md#veterans-and-infrastructure) (salience: low) - Eric Sorensen: Supports disabled veterans and local infrastructure - Dillan Vancil: No documented position in our sources ## Indiana 4 races ### [4th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-in-04.md) Drew Cox (Democratic) vs. Jim Baird (Republican) [“Foreign Policy, Defense, and Veterans Affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-in-04.md#foreign-policy-defense-and-veterans-affairs) (salience: medium) - Drew Cox: Opposes military aid to Israel and supports veterans - Jim Baird: Supports strong military and veteran representation ### [5th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-in-05.md) J.D. Ford (Democratic) vs. Victoria Spartz (Republican) [“Veterans Affairs & Military” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-in-05.md#veterans-affairs-military) (salience: medium) - J.D. Ford: Supports expanding VA healthcare, mental health, and job opportunities for veterans - Victoria Spartz: Supports a strong national defense and improved services for veterans ### [8th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-in-08.md) Mary Allen (Democratic) vs. Mark Messmer (Republican) [“Veterans and Military Affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-in-08.md#veterans-and-military-affairs) (salience: low) - Mary Allen: Supports expanding rural VA care and peaceful defense - Mark Messmer: Serves on House Armed Services subcommittees ### [9th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-in-09.md) Brad Meyer (Democratic) vs. Erin Houchin (Republican) [“Veterans' Affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-in-09.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: low) - Brad Meyer: No documented position in our sources - Erin Houchin: Supports expanding veteran services ## Maryland 3 races ### [2nd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-md-02.md) John Olszewski Jr. (Democratic) vs. Dave Wallace (Republican) [“Veterans Services” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-md-02.md#veterans-services) (salience: low) - John Olszewski Jr.: Supports increased VA funding and PACT Act - Dave Wallace: No documented position in our sources ### [5th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-md-05.md) Adrian Boafo (Democratic) vs. Chris Chaffee (Republican) [“Veterans affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-md-05.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: low) - Adrian Boafo: Supports tax relief and expanded VA care - Chris Chaffee: Supports resources and job tools for veterans ### [7th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-md-07.md) Kweisi Mfume (Democratic) vs. Scott Collier (Republican) [“Veterans and Homelessness” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-md-07.md#veterans-and-homelessness) (salience: medium) - Kweisi Mfume: Supports federal veteran care funding - Scott Collier: Supports homeless veterans and military assistance ## Maine 1 race ### [2nd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-me-02.md) Matthew Dunlap (Democratic) vs. Paul LePage (Republican) · Lean R [“Veterans” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-me-02.md#veterans) (salience: low) - Matthew Dunlap: No documented position in our sources - Paul LePage: Protects veterans' benefits and healthcare ## Michigan 6 races ### [1st District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mi-01.md) Callie Barr (Democratic) vs. Jack Bergman (Republican) [“Veterans' Services and Military Families” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mi-01.md#veterans-services-and-military-families) (salience: high) - Callie Barr: Supports full VA funding and caregiver protections - Jack Bergman: Supports VA reform and expanded community care ### [2nd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mi-02.md) Ben Ambrose (Democratic) vs. John Moolenaar (Republican) [“Veterans' Affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mi-02.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: medium) - Ben Ambrose: Supports comprehensive veteran healthcare - John Moolenaar: Supports reforming VA benefits ### [4th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mi-04.md) Sean McCann (Democratic) vs. Bill Huizenga (Republican) · Lean R [“Veterans” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mi-04.md#veterans) (salience: low) - Sean McCann: Protecting VA benefits and opposing DOGE cuts - Bill Huizenga: No documented position in our sources ### [5th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mi-05.md) Christian Vukasovich (Democratic) vs. Tim Walberg (Republican) [“Veterans and national defense” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mi-05.md#veterans-and-national-defense) (salience: medium) - Christian Vukasovich: Supports strengthening VA care and diplomatic defense - Tim Walberg: Supports strong military defense and veterans ### [6th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mi-06.md) Debbie Dingell (Democratic) vs. Heather Smiley (Republican) [“Veterans Affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mi-06.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: low) - Debbie Dingell: Supports VA accountability and veteran healthcare - Heather Smiley: No documented position in our sources ### [7th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mi-07.md) William Lawrence (Democratic) vs. Tom Barrett (Republican) · Toss-up [“Veterans Affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mi-07.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: medium) - William Lawrence: Protect VA staffing and expand veteran housing and healthcare - Tom Barrett: Expand benefits for disabled veterans and Guard members ## Minnesota 2 races ### [3rd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mn-03.md) Kelly Morrison (Democratic) vs. Tyler Bass (Republican) [“Veterans and military families” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mn-03.md#veterans-and-military-families) (salience: low) - Kelly Morrison: Supports veteran service bonuses and VA healthcare - Tyler Bass: No documented position in our sources ### [7th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mn-07.md) Erik Osberg (Democratic) vs. Michelle Fischbach (Republican) [“Veterans & Military” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mn-07.md#veterans-military) (salience: medium) - Erik Osberg: No documented position in our sources - Michelle Fischbach: Supports VA reform and military funding ## Missouri 3 races ### [5th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mo-05.md) Emanuel Cleaver (Democratic) vs. Rick Brattin (Republican) [“Veterans and Defense” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mo-05.md#veterans-and-defense) (salience: low) - Emanuel Cleaver: Supports expanded veteran care and medical research - Rick Brattin: Supports veteran affairs and military readiness ### [6th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mo-06.md) Josh Smead (Democratic) vs. Chris Stigall (Republican) [“Veterans Affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mo-06.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: low) - Josh Smead: Opposes cuts to VA services - Chris Stigall: No documented position in our sources ### [8th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mo-08.md) Christopher Reichard (Democratic) vs. Jason Smith (Republican) [“Veterans affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mo-08.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: medium) - Christopher Reichard: Supports expanding veteran benefits - Jason Smith: Supports veterans through appropriations bills ## Mississippi 3 races ### [1st District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ms-01.md) Cliff Johnson (Democratic) vs. Trent Kelly (Republican) [“National Defense and Veterans Affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ms-01.md#national-defense-and-veterans-affairs) (salience: medium) - Cliff Johnson: Supports protecting VA and federal workforce - Trent Kelly: Supports strong defense and military funding ### [2nd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ms-02.md) Bennie Thompson (Democratic) vs. Ron Eller (Republican) [“Veterans” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ms-02.md#veterans) (salience: low) - Bennie Thompson: Supports federal funding and services for veterans - Ron Eller: Supports veterans through military background ### [4th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ms-04.md) Jeffrey Hulum III (Democratic) vs. Mike Ezell (Republican) [“Defense & Veterans” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ms-04.md#defense-veterans) (salience: medium) - Jeffrey Hulum III: Supports military readiness and non-partisan security policy - Mike Ezell: Supports robust military funding and America First policies ## Montana 1 race ### [1st District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mt-01.md) Sam Forstag (Democratic) vs. Aaron Flint (Republican) [“Veterans Affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-mt-01.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: medium) - Sam Forstag: Opposes VA privatization and supports staffing expansion - Aaron Flint: Supports military and veteran services ## North Carolina 8 races ### [1st District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nc-01.md) Donald Davis (Democratic) vs. Laurie Buckhout (Republican) · Toss-up [“Military and veterans affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nc-01.md#military-and-veterans-affairs) (salience: high) - Donald Davis: Supports expanded veteran healthcare and VA services - Laurie Buckhout: Advocates military readiness and veteran care ### [3rd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nc-03.md) Raymond Smith Jr. (Democratic) vs. Gregory Murphy (Republican) [“Veterans and Military Families” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nc-03.md#veterans-and-military-families) (salience: medium) - Raymond Smith Jr.: Improve VA care and military family support - Gregory Murphy: Maintain strong defense and military services ### [6th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nc-06.md) Cyril Jefferson (Democratic) vs. Addison McDowell (Republican) [“National defense and veterans” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nc-06.md#national-defense-and-veterans) (salience: low) - Cyril Jefferson: Supports military modernization and fully funding VA care - Addison McDowell: Supports military construction and VA appropriations ### [8th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nc-08.md) Colby Watson (Democratic) vs. Mark Harris (Republican) [“Veterans affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nc-08.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: medium) - Colby Watson: Supports VA reform, mental health care, and PACT Act fulfillment - Mark Harris: Supports honoring veterans and fulfilling military commitments ### [9th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nc-09.md) Richard Ojeda (Democratic) vs. Richard Hudson (Republican) [“Veterans & Military Affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nc-09.md#veterans-military-affairs) (salience: high) - Richard Ojeda: Protects VA workforce and veterans' benefits - Richard Hudson: Supports military funding and defense reauthorization ### [10th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nc-10.md) Ashley Bell (Democratic) vs. Pat Harrigan (Republican) [“Veterans & Military Families” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nc-10.md#veterans-military-families) (salience: medium) - Ashley Bell: Supports expanding veteran healthcare and living stipends - Pat Harrigan: Supports military reinvestment and veteran support ### [11th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nc-11.md) Jamie Ager (Democratic) vs. Jennifer Balkcom (Republican) · Lean R [“Veterans Affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nc-11.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: medium) - Jamie Ager: Supports expanding rural VA clinics and mobile health units - Jennifer Balkcom: No documented position in our sources ### [13th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nc-13.md) Paul Barringer (Democratic) vs. Brad Knott (Republican) [“Veterans Affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nc-13.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: medium) - Paul Barringer: Supports fully funding the VA and protecting PACT Act benefits - Brad Knott: Supports funding military construction and veterans programs ## New Jersey 7 races ### [1st District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nj-01.md) Donald Norcross (Democratic) vs. Damon Galdo (Republican) [“Veterans and national defense” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nj-01.md#veterans-and-national-defense) (salience: medium) - Donald Norcross: Supports defense funding and VA choice - Damon Galdo: Supports strong defense and veterans ### [2nd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nj-02.md) Zack Mullock (Democratic) vs. Jeff Van Drew (Republican) [“Veterans” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nj-02.md#veterans) (salience: medium) - Zack Mullock: Supports fully funding VA and ending homelessness - Jeff Van Drew: Supports veteran healthcare and job access ### [3rd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nj-03.md) Herbert C. Conaway Jr. (Democratic) vs. Michael McGuire (Republican) [“Military and veterans affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nj-03.md#military-and-veterans-affairs) (salience: medium) - Herbert C. Conaway Jr.: Supports expanding VA services and veteran business opportunities - Michael McGuire: Advocates military readiness and VA system reform ### [6th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nj-06.md) Frank Pallone Jr. (Democratic) vs. Hillary Herzig (Republican) [“Veterans and Seniors” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nj-06.md#veterans-and-seniors) (salience: low) - Frank Pallone Jr.: Supports federal veterans funding and entitlement protection - Hillary Herzig: Supports Veterans' Choice and entitlement preservation ### [7th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nj-07.md) Rebecca Bennett (Democratic) vs. Thomas Kean Jr. (Republican) · Toss-up [“Veterans and Military Families” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nj-07.md#veterans-and-military-families) (salience: low) - Rebecca Bennett: Expanding veteran transition support and VA healthcare - Thomas Kean Jr.: Funding veterans programs through federal spending bills ### [10th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nj-10.md) LaMonica McIver (Democratic) vs. Carmen Bucco (Republican) [“Senior Citizens and Veterans Affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nj-10.md#senior-citizens-and-veterans-affairs) (salience: low) - LaMonica McIver: Supports expanding Social Security and senior services - Carmen Bucco: Supports veterans and senior citizens ### [12th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nj-12.md) Adam Hamawy (Democratic) vs. Gregg Mele (Republican) [“Veterans Affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nj-12.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: low) - Adam Hamawy: Supports expanding VA capacity and eliminating veteran homelessness - Gregg Mele: Supports expanding veteran healthcare choices and tax exemptions ## New Mexico 1 race ### [2nd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nm-02.md) Gabriel Vasquez (Democratic) vs. Greg Cunningham (Republican) · Tilt D [“Veterans affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nm-02.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: low) - Gabriel Vasquez: Supports expanded GI benefits and VA care - Greg Cunningham: Supports veterans through personal military service ## Nevada 1 race ### [2nd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nv-02.md) Teresa Benitez-Thompson (Democratic) vs. David Flippo (Republican) [“Defense, Military, and Veterans” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-nv-02.md#defense-military-and-veterans) (salience: medium) - Teresa Benitez-Thompson: No documented position in our sources - David Flippo: Strengthen military and support veterans ## New York 6 races ### [1st District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-01.md) Christopher Gallant (Democratic) vs. Nicholas J. LaLota (Republican) · Lean R [“Veterans and military affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-01.md#veterans-and-military-affairs) (salience: medium) - Christopher Gallant: Supports fully funding VA and expanding veteran care - Nicholas J. LaLota: Supports defense funding and veteran healthcare ### [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) [“Veterans” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-06.md#veterans) (salience: low) - Grace Meng: Supports expanding healthcare benefits and housing services for veterans - Joseph Chou: 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) [“Veterans Affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-11.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: low) - Michael DeCillis: No documented position in our sources - Nicole Malliotakis: Supports expanding veteran healthcare facilities and mental health care ### [17th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-17.md) Cait Conley (Democratic) vs. Michael Lawler (Republican / Conservative Party) · Toss-up [“Veterans Affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-17.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: low) - Cait Conley: Supports VA system funding and local medical facilities - Michael Lawler: Supports HEAL Act and VET PFAS Act ### [21st District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-21.md) Blake Gendebien (Democratic) vs. Anthony Constantino (Republican) [“Veterans” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-21.md#veterans) (salience: low) - Blake Gendebien: Expands VA services and mental health support - Anthony Constantino: No documented position in our sources ### [24th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-24.md) Alissa Ellman (Democratic / Working Families Party) vs. Claudia Tenney (Republican / Conservative Party) [“Veterans policy” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ny-24.md#veterans-policy) (salience: medium) - Alissa Ellman: Supports protecting VA funding and services - Claudia Tenney: Supports Veterans Affairs healthcare reform ## South Carolina 4 races ### [1st District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-sc-01.md) Nancy Lacore (Democratic) vs. Jenny Honeycutt (Republican) [“Military, Veterans & Public Servants” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-sc-01.md#military-veterans-public-servants) (salience: medium) - Nancy Lacore: Supports expanding military pay and veteran benefits - Jenny Honeycutt: Supports standing with law enforcement ### [2nd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-sc-02.md) Zyon Khalifa (Democratic) vs. Joe Wilson (Republican) [“Veterans' Services” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-sc-02.md#veterans-services) (salience: medium) - Zyon Khalifa: Supports veterans as an Air Force veteran - Joe Wilson: Supports faster VA benefits and expanded healthcare access ### [3rd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-sc-03.md) Eunice Lehmacher (Democratic) vs. Sheri Biggs (Republican) [“Veterans Affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-sc-03.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: medium) - Eunice Lehmacher: No documented position in our sources - Sheri Biggs: Increase veteran healthcare and honor commitments ### [7th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-sc-07.md) John Vincent (Democratic) vs. Russell Fry (Republican) [“Veterans and Military Affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-sc-07.md#veterans-and-military-affairs) (salience: high) - John Vincent: Supports expanding VA healthcare and veteran benefits - Russell Fry: Supports VA accountability and military family support ## Texas 15 races ### [2nd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-02.md) Shaun Finnie (Democratic) vs. Steve Toth (Republican) [“Veterans affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-02.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: low) - Shaun Finnie: No documented position in our sources - Steve Toth: Supports VA reform and cutting bureaucracy ### [5th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-05.md) Chelsey Hockett (Democratic) vs. Lance Gooden (Republican) [“Veterans Affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-05.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: low) - Chelsey Hockett: Supports timely care for veterans - Lance Gooden: Supports overhauling Veterans Affairs bureaucracy ### [6th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-06.md) Danny Minton (Democratic) vs. Jake Ellzey (Republican) [“Foreign Policy and Veterans Affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-06.md#foreign-policy-and-veterans-affairs) (salience: low) - Danny Minton: Supports veterans' benefits and earned commitments - Jake Ellzey: Supports strong defense, Israel allyship, and military service ### [13th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-13.md) Mark Nair (Democratic) vs. Ronny L. Jackson (Republican) [“Defense, Military, and Veterans” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-13.md#defense-military-and-veterans) (salience: medium) - Mark Nair: No documented position in our sources - Ronny L. Jackson: Supports military dominance and expanded veteran care ### [16th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-16.md) Veronica Escobar (Democratic) vs. Adam Bauman (Republican) [“Veterans and servicemembers” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-16.md#veterans-and-servicemembers) (salience: high) - Veronica Escobar: Supports expanding veteran healthcare and military benefits - Adam Bauman: Supports cutting red tape and expanding job training for veterans ### [18th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-18.md) Christian Menefee (Democratic) vs. Ronald Whitfield (Republican) [“Veterans” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-18.md#veterans) (salience: low) - Christian Menefee: Supports expanding veteran healthcare and services - Ronald Whitfield: No documented position in our sources ### [20th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-20.md) Joaquin Castro (Democratic) vs. Edgardo Baez (Republican) [“Military and Veterans” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-20.md#military-and-veterans) (salience: medium) - Joaquin Castro: Supports defense authorization legislation - Edgardo Baez: Supports expanded healthcare and benefits for veterans ### [22nd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-22.md) Marquette Greene-Scott (Democratic) vs. Trever Nehls (Republican) [“Veterans and military families” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-22.md#veterans-and-military-families) (salience: medium) - Marquette Greene-Scott: Supports expanding support for veterans and military families - Trever Nehls: No documented position in our sources ### [23rd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-23.md) Katy Padilla Stout (Democratic) vs. Brandon Herrera (Republican) [“Veterans' benefits and healthcare” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-23.md#veterans-benefits-and-healthcare) (salience: medium) - Katy Padilla Stout: No documented position in our sources - Brandon Herrera: Supports expanding Tricare and constituent care ### [31st District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-31.md) Justin Early (Democratic) vs. John Carter (Republican) [“Veterans' Affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-31.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: high) - Justin Early: Expand VA funding and modernize services - John Carter: Funds military construction and veterans programs ### [34th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-34.md) Vicente Gonzalez Jr. (Democratic) vs. Eric Flores (Republican) · Toss-up [“Veterans' affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-34.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: low) - Vicente Gonzalez Jr.: Advocates for expanded VA medical care and resources - Eric Flores: Focuses on reducing VA wait times and suicide prevention ### [35th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-35.md) Johnny Garcia (Democratic) vs. Carlos De La Cruz (Republican) · Lean R [“Veterans Affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-35.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: medium) - Johnny Garcia: No documented position in our sources - Carlos De La Cruz: Streamline care and eliminate VA bureaucracy ### [36th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-36.md) Rhonda Hart (Democratic) vs. Brian Babin (Republican) [“Veterans' affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-36.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: medium) - Rhonda Hart: Supports expanding veteran healthcare and benefits - Brian Babin: Supports VA accountability and military readiness ### [37th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-37.md) Greg Casar (Democratic) vs. Lauren Peña (Republican) [“Veterans & Health Freedom” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-37.md#veterans-health-freedom) (salience: low) - Greg Casar: Supports Medicare for All and public healthcare - Lauren Peña: Supports VA streamlining and medical freedom ### [38th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-38.md) Melissa McDonough (Democratic) vs. Jon Bonck (Republican) [“Veterans services” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-tx-38.md#veterans-services) (salience: low) - Melissa McDonough: Supports ending veteran homelessness and PTSD care - Jon Bonck: No documented position in our sources ## Utah 1 race ### [4th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ut-04.md) Jonny Larsen (Democratic) vs. Mike Kennedy (Republican) [“Healthcare & Veteran care” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-ut-04.md#healthcare-veteran-care) (salience: high) - Jonny Larsen: Expand healthcare access and VA reform - Mike Kennedy: Promote free-market patient-centered healthcare ## Virginia 9 races ### [1st District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-va-01.md) Shannon Taylor (Democratic) vs. Robert J. Wittman (Republican) · Lean R [“Military & Veterans Affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-va-01.md#military-veterans-affairs) (salience: medium) - Shannon Taylor: No documented position in our sources - Robert J. Wittman: Supports military readiness and veteran healthcare access ### [2nd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-va-02.md) Elaine Luria (Democratic) vs. Jennifer Kiggans (Republican) · Toss-up [“Veterans and Military Families” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-va-02.md#veterans-and-military-families) (salience: high) - Elaine Luria: Protecting veterans benefits and military families - Jennifer Kiggans: Fully funding veterans services and military quality of life ### [3rd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-va-03.md) Robert C. Scott (Democratic) vs. Edwin Rivera (Republican) [“Veterans and Military” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-va-03.md#veterans-and-military) (salience: medium) - Robert C. Scott: Supports expanded veteran education benefits and defense funding - Edwin Rivera: Supports expanded VA healthcare and TRICARE Prime coverage ### [4th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-va-04.md) Jennifer McClellan (Democratic) vs. Robert Murray Jr. (Republican) [“Veterans and military personnel” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-va-04.md#veterans-and-military-personnel) (salience: low) - Jennifer McClellan: Expand employment and support for veterans - Robert Murray Jr.: No documented position in our sources ### [5th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-va-05.md) Tom Perriello (Democratic) vs. John McGuire (Republican) [“Veterans affairs and military” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-va-05.md#veterans-affairs-and-military) (salience: medium) - Tom Perriello: Supports VA reform and Post-9/11 GI Bill - John McGuire: Advocates veteran tax relief and support ### [6th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-va-06.md) Beth Macy (Democratic) vs. Benjamin Lee Cline (Republican) [“Veterans' Care” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-va-06.md#veterans-care) (salience: medium) - Beth Macy: Supports fully funding and staffing the VA - Benjamin Lee Cline: Supports improving VA care and veteran benefits ### [7th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-va-07.md) Eugene Vindman (Democratic) vs. Douglas Ollivant (Republican) [“Veterans and Military Families” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-va-07.md#veterans-and-military-families) (salience: medium) - Eugene Vindman: Supports expanding veteran care and military pay - Douglas Ollivant: Supports VA reform and cutting bureaucracy ### [10th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-va-10.md) Suhas Subramanyam (Democratic) vs. Dave Beckwith (Republican) [“Defense and Veterans Affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-va-10.md#defense-and-veterans-affairs) (salience: medium) - Suhas Subramanyam: Supports veteran support programs and oversight - Dave Beckwith: Supports military modernization and veteran healthcare ### [11th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-va-11.md) James Walkinshaw (Democratic) vs. Arthur Purves (Republican) [“Veterans & Military Families” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-va-11.md#veterans-military-families) (salience: low) - James Walkinshaw: Supports VA oversight and survivor benefits - Arthur Purves: No documented position in our sources ## Washington 3 races ### [2nd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-wa-02.md) Rick Larsen (Democratic) vs. Edwin Feller (Republican) [“Veterans Affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-wa-02.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: low) - Rick Larsen: Expanding veteran healthcare, IVF, and housing - Edwin Feller: No documented position in our sources ### [4th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-wa-04.md) John Duresky (Democratic) vs. Amanda McKinney (Republican) [“Veterans Affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-wa-04.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: medium) - John Duresky: Supports reforming VA healthcare and services - Amanda McKinney: No documented position in our sources ### [10th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-wa-10.md) Marilyn Strickland (Democratic) vs. Chris Chung (Republican) [“Military Servicemembers and Veterans” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-wa-10.md#military-servicemembers-and-veterans) (salience: medium) - Marilyn Strickland: Supports military family relief and veteran care - Chris Chung: No documented position in our sources ## Wisconsin 3 races ### [1st District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-wi-01.md) Mitchell Berman (Democratic) vs. Bryan Steil (Republican) [“Veterans affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-wi-01.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: low) - Mitchell Berman: Supports VA staffing expansion and Richard Star Act - Bryan Steil: Supports VA reform and healthcare options ### [3rd District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-wi-03.md) Rebecca Cooke (Democratic) vs. Derrick Van Orden (Republican) · Toss-up [“Veterans Affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-wi-03.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: medium) - Rebecca Cooke: No documented position in our sources - Derrick Van Orden: Advocates for VA reform and veterans ### [8th District](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-wi-08.md) Rick Crosson (Democratic) vs. Tony Wied (Republican) [“Veterans affairs” →](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-wi-08.md#veterans-affairs) (salience: medium) - Rick Crosson: Supports VA accountability, mental health services, and Hmong veteran benefits - Tony Wied: Supports military veterans and defending earned benefits 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.