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Glenn
Grothman

Republican incumbent Glenn Grothman seeks reelection to Wisconsin's 6th Congressional District in 2026.

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endorsements
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Background

Glenn Grothman is the Republican U.S. Representative for Wisconsin's 6th Congressional District, first elected to the House in 2014 and seeking reelection in 2026. 13 He grew up in Thiensville, Wisconsin, graduated from Homestead High School in Mequon in 1973, and earned both a B.B.A. in accounting and a J.D. from the University of Wisconsin–Madison. 13 Before his federal service, Grothman worked as an attorney in private practice—including estate planning and probate—and as a tax preparer. 1 He previously served in the Wisconsin State Assembly from 1993 to 2004, then the Wisconsin State Senate from 2004 to 2014, including a stint as assistant majority leader beginning in 2011. 13

At a glance

Party
Republican · Incumbent
Running for
U.S. House · District 6, Wisconsin
Election
Nov 3, 2026
Current office
U.S. Representative, Wisconsin's 6th Congressional District
Website
glenngrothman.com(opens in a new tab)

Where they stand

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

Timeline

  1. Oct 9
    news
    Grothman again cited in reporting on Wisconsin Republicans distancing from Trump

    A Milwaukee Journal Sentinel report on Trump's Wisconsin standing again referenced Grothman's earlier RadioPlusAudio comments about being unafraid to disagree with Trump and concerns about Trump's unpopularity hurting down-ballot Republicans.

    Trump dangles a Wisconsin trip as some in GOP back away · Oct 9, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  2. Oct 9
    news
    Grothman argues Democratic energy policies caused high gas prices, says supply shortage is the root cause

    In an interview with Just the News, Grothman criticized Democratic opposition to Alaska oil drilling, North Dakota fracking, and the Keystone XL pipeline, arguing these policies caused fuel price increases. He stated: 'The reason we have high gas prices is we have a shortage of supply, which always results in the higher cost.'

    Democrats try to make gas prices an election issue, but ... · Oct 9, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  3. Oct 8
    news
    Grothman distances himself from Trump, says president's low approval is a problem for WI Republicans

    In an interview with RadioPlusAudio, Grothman said Trump's low approval rating in Wisconsin was a problem for Republicans. He stated 'I am not afraid to disagree with President Trump,' warned that unhappy voters might vote against the party, and said Trump sometimes says things that 'aren't very presidential' and hurt the Republican brand.

    Derrick Van Orden draws closer to Trump as other Republicans shy away · Oct 8, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  4. Oct 8
    news
    Grothman and Smith give separate in-depth interviews to FOX 11 on key issues

    Grothman and Democrat Brad Smith gave separate interviews to FOX 11 covering affordability, data centers, artificial intelligence, housing, health care, and immigration ahead of the November 3 general election.

    6th Congressional District candidates Grothman, Smith go ... · Oct 8, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  5. Sep 21
    news
    Sheboygan Press reports five candidates challenging or running for WI-6; Grothman skips questionnaire

    The Sheboygan Press identified the five general election candidates: Republican incumbent Grothman, Democrat Brad Smith, independents Elizabeth Fitzgibbon and Mike Thurow, and Green Party candidate Matthew Arndt. Grothman did not respond to the paper's questionnaire by the deadline.

    Wisconsin 6th Congressional District candidates share priorities · Sep 21, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  6. Aug 11
    filing
    Democrat Brad Smith narrowly wins Democratic primary for WI-6 seat

    Brad Smith won the Democratic primary over Amanda Bell with 50.3% to 49.7%, setting up the general election contest against incumbent Grothman and three other candidates.

    2026 Wisconsin's 6th Congressional District Election · Oct 9, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  7. May 28
    poll
    Poll shows Grothman leading Smith 61-39% and Thurow 55-45% in WI-6

    A Tavern Research poll dated May 28 showed Grothman with 55% against Thurow's 45%, and 61% against Smith's 39%. These are the most recent district-level poll figures in available sources, though they are several months old.

    2026 Wisconsin's 6th Congressional District Election · Oct 9, 2026 (opens in a new tab)

Endorsements

  • Pro-Life Wisconsin Victory Fund organization
    Pro-Life Wisconsin's 2026 endorsements page lists Grothman as its District 6 U.S. House candidate for the November 3 general election; no specific endorsement date given. prolifewi.org
  • U.S. Chamber of Commerce organization
    The Chamber's elections page announced its endorsement of Glenn Grothman for Wisconsin's Sixth Congressional District. uschamber.com · Oct 8, 2026
  • Wisconsin Family Action PAC organization
    Wisconsin Family Action PAC listed "Glenn Grothman – District 6" among its endorsed candidates for the primary and November 3 general election. wifamilyaction.org · Jun 29, 2026
  • Donald Trump official
    Trump posted on Truth Social: "Glenn Grothman has my Complete and Total Endorsement for Re-Election." trumpstruth.org · Nov 3, 2025

Campaign finance

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

Raised
$929K
Spent
$622K
Cash on hand
$830K

As of Jul 22, 2026. Filings are periodic, so recent money may not be included yet. ↳ FEC record H4WI06048(opens in a new tab)

Sources 17

  1. [1] 2026 Wisconsin's 6th Congressional District Election(opens in a new tab) Oct 9, 2026
  2. [2] Democrats try to make gas prices an election issue, but ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 9, 2026
  3. [3] Trump dangles a Wisconsin trip as some in GOP back away(opens in a new tab) Oct 9, 2026
  4. [4] 6th Congressional District candidates Grothman, Smith go ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 8, 2026
  5. [5] 6th Congressional District candidates Grothman, Smith go in-depth on the issues(opens in a new tab) Oct 8, 2026
  6. [6] Derrick Van Orden draws closer to Trump as other Republicans shy away(opens in a new tab) Oct 8, 2026
  7. [7] Elections | U.S. Chamber of Commerce(opens in a new tab) Oct 8, 2026
  8. [8] Issues Home | U.S. Representative Glenn Grothman(opens in a new tab) Oct 6, 2026
  9. [9] 2026 Fall Primary Election Endorsements - Pro-Life Wisconsin(opens in a new tab) Sep 26, 2026
  10. [10] Wisconsin 6th Congressional District candidates share priorities(opens in a new tab) Sep 21, 2026
  11. [11] Wisconsin Family Action PAC Endorsements - Wisconsin Family Action(opens in a new tab) Jun 29, 2026
  12. [12] Grothman Releases Statement on President Trump's State ...(opens in a new tab) Feb 25, 2026
  13. [13] Donald J. Trump: "Congressman Glenn Grothman is doing an incredible job representing Wisconsin...(opens in a new tab) Nov 3, 2025
  14. [14] Rep. Grothman Responds to Israel's Preemptive Strike ...(opens in a new tab) Jun 13, 2025
  15. [15] 2nd Amendment | U.S. Representative Glenn Grothman(opens in a new tab) Jan 25, 2025
  16. [16] Grothman Statement of Partisan “Voting Rights” Bill(opens in a new tab) Dec 10, 2019
  17. [17] Environment | U.S. Representative Glenn Grothman(opens in a new tab) Nov 13, 2017
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