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I Independent · U.S. House At-large, Vermont · Nov 3, 2026

Adam
Ortiz

Adam Ortiz is an independent candidate for Vermont's at-large U.S. House seat in the 2026 general election.

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Opponents Becca Balint D+ 2 more Compare race →

Background

Adam Ortiz is an independent candidate for Vermont's at-large U.S. House seat in the November 3, 2026 general election. He is not an incumbent; the seat is currently held by Representative Becca Balint. 5921

Ortiz is based in Newport City, Vermont, and was reportedly born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. One source describes him as a window repairman and National Guard veteran, with another reporting Army National Guard service from 2006 to 2012, though these details have not been confirmed in a primary biographical source. 61821

Ortiz previously ran for the same U.S. House seat in 2024, also as an independent candidate, but did not win. No prior elected office has been verified. 1819

The Vermont Secretary of State's candidate listing includes a campaign email address for Ortiz but no official website. No official social media accounts have been verified. 21

At a glance

Party
Independent
Running for
U.S. House · District At-large, Vermont
Election
Nov 3, 2026

Where they stand

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Timeline

  1. Oct 9
    news
    PBS/Vermont Public posts highlights of 2026 U.S. House debate including Ortiz

    Vermont Public released debate highlights video featuring Ortiz alongside Balint and Malloy from the October 7 debate.

    Vermont Public Specials | Highlights of Vermont Public's 2026 U.S. House debate | Season 2026 | Episode 18 · Oct 9, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  2. Oct 8
    news
    WPTZ reports on Vermont U.S. House debate featuring Ortiz

    WPTZ covered the Vermont Public U.S. House debate, reporting on exchanges between Ortiz, Balint, and Malloy on hot topics including affordability, health care, immigration, and U.S.–Canada relations.

    Candidates running for VT's congressional seat debate - WPTZ · Oct 8, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  3. Oct 7
    debate
    Ortiz participates in Vermont Public U.S. House debate alongside Balint and Malloy

    Vermont Public hosted a debate featuring Ortiz (Independent), incumbent Democrat Becca Balint, and Republican Gerald Malloy. Topics included affordability, health care access, immigration enforcement, and U.S.–Canada relations. On affordability, Ortiz stated: 'There's funding for every single thing there is. Apply for all of it. Whatever we get, we do a feasibility study and move in that direction.'

    Candidates running for VT's congressional seat debate - WPTZ · Oct 8, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  4. Oct 7
    news
    Vermont Public voting guide lists Ortiz among 2026 U.S. House candidates

    Vermont Public's October 7 guide on how to vote in the 2026 general election listed Adam Ortiz among the candidates for Vermont's at-large U.S. House seat.

    How to vote in the 2026 general election in Vermont · Oct 7, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  5. Sep 17
    poll
    Poll shows Ortiz at 0% support among 835 likely Vermont voters

    A published survey of 835 likely Vermont voters showed Becca Balint at 66%, Gerald Malloy at 30%, Suzanne Seymour at 1%, and Adam Ortiz at 0%. The source cautions that polling does not establish the final ballot outcome.

    2026 Vermont At-large U.S. House Election · Sep 17, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  6. Sep 14
    filing
    Adam Ortiz listed as Independent non-incumbent candidate for U.S. House in VTDigger general election guide

    VTDigger's 2026 general election guide listed Ortiz as an Independent, non-incumbent candidate for Vermont's at-large U.S. House seat. Note: official ballot certification was not confirmed by these sources.

    Statewide Candidates - VTDigger · Sep 14, 2026 (opens in a new tab)

Sources 9

  1. [1] Vermont Public Specials | Highlights of Vermont Public's 2026 U.S. House debate | Season 2026 | Episode 18(opens in a new tab) Oct 9, 2026
  2. [2] Candidates running for VT's congressional seat debate - WPTZ(opens in a new tab) Oct 8, 2026
  3. [3] How to vote in the 2026 general election in Vermont(opens in a new tab) Oct 7, 2026
  4. [4] Adam Ortiz - Voter Guide(opens in a new tab) Sep 30, 2026
  5. [5] Voter Guide Profile for VT U.S. Rep., At Large candidate - Adam Ortiz(opens in a new tab) Sep 30, 2026
  6. [6] 2026 Vermont At-large U.S. House Election(opens in a new tab) Sep 17, 2026
  7. [7] Statewide Candidates - VTDigger(opens in a new tab) Sep 14, 2026
  8. [8] Q&A With U.S. House Candidates | Seven Days(opens in a new tab) Jul 26, 2025
  9. [9] Adam Ortiz(opens in a new tab) Sep 23, 2024
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