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André
Carson

André Carson is the Democratic incumbent U.S. Representative for Indiana's 7th Congressional District, serving since 2008.

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Background

André Carson is a Democratic U.S. representative for Indiana's 7th Congressional District, first elected in a 2008 special election and continuously serving since. Born and raised in Indianapolis, he grew up on the city's east side and lives in Center Township. 123

Before entering Congress, Carson served on the Indianapolis/Marion County City-County Council from 2007 to 2008. Earlier career roles included work as a marketing representative, an Indiana state excise officer, and an employee of the Indiana Department of Homeland Security, where he worked in intelligence and counterterrorism at the Indiana Intelligence Fusion Center. 13

Carson graduated from Arsenal Technical High School in Indianapolis in 1994, earned a B.A. in criminal justice management from Concordia University Wisconsin in 2003, and an M.S. in business management from Indiana Wesleyan University in 2005. 12

Carson is the incumbent in the November 3, 2026 general election for Indiana's 7th Congressional District. 17

At a glance

Party
Democratic · Incumbent
Running for
U.S. House · District 7, Indiana
Election
Nov 3, 2026
Current office
U.S. Representative for Indiana's 7th Congressional District
Website
andrecarson.com(opens in a new tab)

Where they stand

Each position links to the page it was drawn from. Quotes are verbatim.

Voting record

How André Carson voted in Congress: 118th Congress (2023–24) and 119th Congress (2025–26), Jan 3, 2023 to Sep 16, 2026. From the official House and Senate roll call records.

roll call votes
1,909
missed
1.8%
with their party’s majority
97%

Recent key votes

  • Sep 16, 2026 · House · S2403 · Economy & jobs
    Retire through Ownership Act
    On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes
  • Sep 16, 2026 · House · HR9497 · Climate & energy
    Water Resources Development Act
    On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes
  • Sep 16, 2026 · House · HR9340 · Climate & energy
    Ratepayer Protection Act
    On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes
  • Sep 16, 2026 · House · HJRES213 · Climate & energy
    Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule issued by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to the “California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Commercial Harbor Craft Regulations; Notice of Decision”
    On Passage · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    No
  • Sep 16, 2026 · House · HR10326 · Crime & public safety
    PROOF Act
    On Passage · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    No
  • Sep 16, 2026 · House · HR9576 · Crime & public safety
    National Fraud Enforcement Division Act
    On Passage · Passed · against their party's majority
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    No
  • Sep 15, 2026 · House · HJRES210 · Climate & energy
    Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to “California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Ocean-Going Vessels At-Berth; Notice of Decision”
    On Passage · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    No
  • Sep 15, 2026 · House · HR9500 · Taxes & budget
    Tax Relief for Fraud Victims Act
    On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes

Key votes are final decisions on bills and joint resolutions, and top nominations. Software sorts each into an issue from its official title, so check the roll call. All 1,909 votes →

Timeline

  1. Oct 9
    news
    Indiana Capital Chronicle reports Carson's general-election opponents and campaign priorities

    The Indiana Capital Chronicle reported that Carson's general-election opponents are Republican Patrick McAuley and Libertarian James Sceniak. Carson named affordability, infrastructure, and equality as priorities, and criticized President Trump's tariffs and cuts to Medicaid and food assistance. Carson had defeated three challengers in the Democratic primary.

    All 9 Indiana congressional seats are contested. Here's who's running. · Oct 9, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  2. Oct 8
    news
    Axios voter guide: Carson faces McAuley in Indiana's 7th District general election

    Axios published a one-minute voter guide noting Carson faces Republican Patrick McAuley and describing his campaign's focus on federal funding for Indianapolis infrastructure and community projects. The guide noted Carson survived what it described as the toughest primary challenge of his time in office.

    1-minute voter guide: Indiana's 7th Congressional District · Oct 8, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  3. Oct 7
    news
    Khanna, Carson and Democratic lawmakers raise concerns over DOE transmission corridor cancellations

    Rep. André Carson joined Rep. Khanna and other Democratic lawmakers in raising concerns over cancellations of Department of Energy transmission corridor designations.

    Khanna, Carson and Democratic Lawmakers Raise ... · Oct 7, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  4. Oct 6
    news
    Carson seeks answers on canceled naturalization ceremonies

    Rep. André Carson issued a press release seeking answers regarding canceled naturalization ceremonies, raising congressional concerns about the matter.

    Press Release: Rep. André Carson Seeks Answers on Canceled Naturalization Ceremonies | Stock News · Oct 6, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  5. Oct 6
    news
    Indiana early voting opens statewide ahead of November 3 Election Day

    Early voting began in Indiana on October 6, 2026, ahead of the November 3 general election in which Carson faces Republican Patrick McAuley and Libertarian James Sceniak.

    Early voting begins for Indiana's general election. What to know. · Oct 6, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  6. Sep 30
    news
    Carson, Spartz, and Warren urge FERC to reject BlackRock-AES deal

    Rep. André Carson joined Reps. Spartz and Warren in urging the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to reject the BlackRock-AES deal, according to a press release.

    Press Release: Carson, Spartz and Warren Urge FERC to ... · Sep 30, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  7. Sep 25
    news
    Carson questions witnesses on AI safeguards in military and intelligence systems

    Rep. André Carson questioned witnesses on AI safeguards in military and intelligence systems, according to a press release reported on September 25.

    Press Release: André Carson Questions Witnesses on AI Safeguards in Military and Intelligence Systems | Stock News · Sep 25, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  8. Sep 23
    news
    WFYI publishes 2026 voter guide for Indiana's 7th Congressional District

    WFYI's voter guide reported that Indiana's 7th District is rated D+21 by the Cook Political Report, that Carson won 68% in 2024, and summarized his policy positions from his August 6 interview. It also reported Carson raised $1,006,176 through June 30 and received $485,550 from PACs per OpenSecrets.

    2026 Voter Guide: Indiana's 7th Congressional District · Sep 23, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  9. Sep 18
    news
    Carson publishes op-ed: 'I stand with Indiana farmers'

    Rep. André Carson published an opinion piece in Indiana Corn and Soy under the headline 'Rep. Carson: I stand with Indiana farmers,' stating his position in support of Indiana's farming community.

    Rep. Carson: I stand with Indiana farmers - Indiana Corn and Soy · Sep 18, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  10. Aug 6
    news
    Carson interviewed by WFYI on policy positions for voter guide

    WFYI conducted an interview with Rep. André Carson on August 6 covering his policy positions, including support for preserving Medicare and Medicaid, federal investment in infrastructure and education, high-speed rail from Indianapolis toward Louisville and potentially Chicago or St. Louis, and his stance on Indianapolis data center development.

    2026 Voter Guide: Indiana's 7th Congressional District · Sep 23, 2026 (opens in a new tab)

Endorsements

  • Sierra Club organization
    Listed as a Carson endorsement in an iVoterGuide profile for the 2026 election. No dated primary endorsement announcement found. ivoterguide.com
  • Planned Parenthood Action Fund organization
    Lists Carson among its 2026 endorsed candidates for U.S. Congress. No individual endorsement date given. plannedparenthoodaction.org
  • The Collective PAC organization
    Candidates page lists André Carson for U.S. Congress, District 7 (Indiana). No endorsement date specified. collectivepac.org
  • Indiana State AFL-CIO union
    Listed Carson as its District 7 choice in its 'Labor 2026' general-election endorsements. No specific announcement date stated. inaflcio.org
  • National Organization for Women (NOW) organization
    Listed as a Carson endorsement in an iVoterGuide profile for the 2026 election. No dated primary endorsement announcement found. ivoterguide.com
  • Track AIPAC organization
    Lists Carson as an endorsed candidate for the November 3, 2026 general election. No date of endorsement stated. trackaipac.com
  • The Steady State organization
    Endorsed Carson for Indiana's 7th Congressional District. thesteadystate.org · Jul 24, 2026
  • American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) union
    AFGE said Carson and Rep. Frank Mrvan 'are strong supporters of federal employees and all working people.' afge.org · Apr 28, 2026

Past elections

General election results for federal office, from the Federal Election Commission.

YearSeatResultVotesShare
2020U.S. House IN-07 · DWon176,42262.4%
2018U.S. House IN-07 · DWon141,13964.9%
2016U.S. House IN-07 · DWon158,73960.0%

Covers the 2016 to 2022 general elections. The FEC has not yet published 2024 congressional results.

Campaign finance

Totals filed with the Federal Election Commission for the 2026 election cycle.

Raised
$1.01M
Spent
$834K
Cash on hand
$621K

As of Jun 30, 2026. Filings are periodic, so recent money may not be included yet. ↳ FEC record H8IN07184(opens in a new tab)

Sources 21

  1. [1] 2026 Planned Parenthood Action Fund Endorsed Candidates(opens in a new tab) Oct 9, 2026
  2. [2] All 9 Indiana congressional seats are contested. Here's who's running.(opens in a new tab) Oct 9, 2026
  3. [3] 1-minute voter guide: Indiana's 7th Congressional District(opens in a new tab) Oct 8, 2026
  4. [4] Khanna, Carson and Democratic Lawmakers Raise ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 7, 2026
  5. [5] Our Endorsements(opens in a new tab) Oct 7, 2026
  6. [6] Early voting begins for Indiana's general election. What to know.(opens in a new tab) Oct 6, 2026
  7. [7] Labor 2026 | Indiana State AFL-CIO(opens in a new tab) Oct 6, 2026
  8. [8] Press Release: Rep. André Carson Seeks Answers on Canceled Naturalization Ceremonies | Stock News(opens in a new tab) Oct 6, 2026
  9. [9] On The Issues | Andre Carson for Congress(opens in a new tab) Oct 5, 2026
  10. [10] Press Release: Carson, Spartz and Warren Urge FERC to ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 30, 2026
  11. [11] Voter Guide Profile for IN U.S. Rep., Dist. 7 candidate - André Carson(opens in a new tab) Sep 30, 2026
  12. [12] Press Release: André Carson Questions Witnesses on AI Safeguards in Military and Intelligence Systems | Stock News(opens in a new tab) Sep 25, 2026
  13. [13] 2026 Voter Guide: Indiana's 7th Congressional District(opens in a new tab) Sep 23, 2026
  14. [14] Rep. Carson: I stand with Indiana farmers - Indiana Corn and Soy(opens in a new tab) Sep 18, 2026
  15. [15] THE STEADY STATE ENDORSES ANDRE CARSON FOR ...(opens in a new tab) Jul 24, 2026
  16. [16] AFGE Endorses 2 Incumbents from Indiana for Reelection ...(opens in a new tab) Apr 28, 2026
  17. [17] Protecting voting rights. | Congressman Andre Carson - House.gov(opens in a new tab) Feb 18, 2026
  18. [18] Candidates(opens in a new tab) Nov 20, 2025
  19. [19] H.R.4487 - 119th Congress (2025-2026): Gun Safety Incentive Act(opens in a new tab) Jul 17, 2025
  20. [20] Education(opens in a new tab) May 24, 2022
  21. [21] Women's Issues(opens in a new tab) May 24, 2022
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