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John
Moolenaar

Republican incumbent John Moolenaar seeks reelection in Michigan's 2nd Congressional District in 2026.

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endorsements
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Opponents Ben Ambrose D+ 2 more Compare race →

Background

John Moolenaar is a Republican U.S. representative serving Michigan's 2nd Congressional District, a seat he has held since January 3, 2015. He was born in Midland, Michigan, and earned a bachelor's degree in chemistry from Hope College and a master's degree in public administration from Harvard University. 12/)

Before his congressional career, Moolenaar worked as a chemist and later in business development and school administration. He served on the Midland City Council from 1997 to 2000, in the Michigan House of Representatives from 2003 to 2008, and in the Michigan State Senate from 2011 to 2014. 12/)

Moolenaar announced he is running for reelection in Michigan's 2nd Congressional District in the November 2026 general election, where he faces Democratic and independent challengers. 4914

At a glance

Party
Republican · Incumbent
Running for
U.S. House · District 2, Michigan
Election
Nov 3, 2026
Current office
U.S. Representative for Michigan's 2nd Congressional District
Website
johnmoolenaarforcongress.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
    Moolenaar asks Education Dept. to add 58 Chinese schools and 62 tech labs to research-funding concern list

    As chair of the House Select Committee on China, Moolenaar sent a letter to the Education Department requesting that 58 Chinese schools and 62 Chinese technology labs be added to a list tied to federally funded research concerns, per Reuters.

    Lawmaker calls for US research funding curbs on more ... · Oct 9, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  2. Oct 8
    filing
    Moolenaar and Rep. Dingell introduce bipartisan bill to expand PACE senior-care program

    Moolenaar joined Democratic Rep. Debbie Dingell in introducing legislation to expand the PACE program, aimed at easing access to home-based care for seniors.

    Press Release: Moolenaar, Dingell Introduce Bill to Expand PACE Senior Care Program | Stock News · Oct 8, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  3. Oct 4
    poll
    Seldon forecast gives Moolenaar >99% win probability with estimated 25-point margin

    Seldon's election model gave Moolenaar a greater-than-99% win probability and estimated a 25.1-point margin over Democrat Ben Ambrose. This is a model forecast, not a voter survey.

    Michigan's 2nd District 2026 Forecast: Ambrose vs. Moolenaar · Oct 10, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  4. Sep 24
    news
    Moolenaar calls for bringing Iran war 'to a successful resolution'

    Moolenaar publicly stated it was time to bring the Iran war to a successful resolution, as reported by Breitbart.

    GOP Rep. Moolenaar: Time to Bring Iran War 'To a Successful Resolution' · Sep 25, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  5. Sep 17
    endorsement
    Detroit News editorial board endorses Moolenaar over Democrat Ambrose

    The Detroit News endorsed Moolenaar, citing his congressional experience and work on China-related issues. This was an editorial-board endorsement, not a party or candidate endorsement.

    Detroit News endorsement for Michigan's 2nd Congressional District · Sep 18, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  6. Sep 16
    news
    Moolenaar responds to candidate questionnaire on AI, trade, health care, and more

    In a questionnaire published by the Midland Daily News, Moolenaar outlined positions on China and AI (citing his bipartisan GAIN AI Act), data centers, trade, health care, immigration, farm labor, and election administration.

    Michigan 2nd District questionnaire: Moolenaar, Ambrose clash on key issues · Sep 16, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  7. Sep 16
    news
    Fundraising snapshot: Moolenaar leads Ambrose $1.7M to $85K through July 15

    FEC data through July 15 showed Moolenaar had raised $1.7 million, spent $1.0 million, and held $1.9 million cash on hand. Ambrose had raised $85,000, spent $63,000, and held $22,000. Figures exclude outside-group spending.

    Michigan's 2nd Congressional District 2026: Ambrose vs. Moolenaar | ChamberLight · Sep 28, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  8. Aug 4
    filing
    Moolenaar wins unopposed Republican primary; Ambrose wins Democratic primary

    Moolenaar was unopposed for the Republican nomination in Michigan's 2nd District. Ben Ambrose won the Democratic primary with 44.32%, ahead of Jamie Hill (42.28%) and Clyde Welford (13.40%). Both advance to the November 3 general election.

    48860 Sample Ballot: Ionia County, MI 2026 · Sep 29, 2026 (opens in a new tab)

Endorsements

  • Bill Schuette (former Attorney General) official
    Listed as an endorser in an iVoterGuide compilation; no endorsement date provided. ivoterguide.com
  • Tea Party Express organization
    Listed as an endorser in an iVoterGuide compilation; no endorsement date provided. ivoterguide.com
  • TEA Party Patriots Citizens Fund organization
    Listed as an endorser in an iVoterGuide compilation; no endorsement date provided. ivoterguide.com
  • Dave Camp (former Congressman) official
    Listed as an endorser in an iVoterGuide compilation; no endorsement date provided. ivoterguide.com
  • Pete Hoekstra official
    Listed as an endorser in an iVoterGuide compilation; no endorsement date provided. ivoterguide.com
  • Right to Life of Michigan organization
    Listed Moolenaar as an endorsed candidate for Michigan's 2nd Congressional District; no specific endorsement date provided. election.rtl.org
  • Michigan Right to Life organization
    Listed as an endorser in an iVoterGuide compilation; no endorsement date provided. ivoterguide.com
  • The Detroit News editorial board newspaper
    Editorial concluded: 'Rep. John Moolenaar should be returned to Congress. He gets our endorsement.' detroitnews.com · Sep 17, 2026
  • President Donald Trump official
    Post attributed to Trump stated: 'John Moolenaar has my Complete and Total Endorsement for Re-Election.' Source is an archive of the post. trump-archive.com · Aug 6, 2026
  • Michigan Farm Bureau AgriPac organization
    Farm Bureau announced Moolenaar among its 'Friend of Agriculture' endorsed candidates for the August primary; also listed for the November general election. michfb.com · Jun 15, 2026
  • Michigan Chamber PAC Board organization
    Michigan Chamber announced congressional endorsements listing Moolenaar for Michigan's 2nd District. michamber.com · Jun 12, 2026

Campaign finance

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

Raised
$1.65M
Spent
$1.03M
Cash on hand
$1.91M

As of Jul 15, 2026. Filings are periodic, so recent money may not be included yet. ↳ FEC record H4MI04126(opens in a new tab)

Sources 22

  1. [1] Michigan's 2nd District 2026 Forecast: Ambrose vs. Moolenaar(opens in a new tab) Oct 10, 2026
  2. [2] Lawmaker calls for US research funding curbs on more ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 9, 2026
  3. [3] Voter Guide Profile for MI U.S. Rep., Dist. 4 candidate - John ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 9, 2026
  4. [4] Press Release: Moolenaar, Dingell Introduce Bill to Expand PACE Senior Care Program | Stock News(opens in a new tab) Oct 8, 2026
  5. [5] 48860 Sample Ballot: Ionia County, MI 2026(opens in a new tab) Sep 29, 2026
  6. [6] Michigan's 2nd Congressional District 2026: Ambrose vs. Moolenaar | ChamberLight(opens in a new tab) Sep 28, 2026
  7. [7] Michigan's 2nd Congressional District race: Moolenaar, Ambrose, Magoon(opens in a new tab) Sep 28, 2026
  8. [8] GOP Rep. Moolenaar: Time to Bring Iran War 'To a Successful Resolution'(opens in a new tab) Sep 25, 2026
  9. [9] Endorsed Candidates - Right to Life of Michigan(opens in a new tab) Sep 22, 2026
  10. [10] Detroit News endorsement for Michigan's 2nd Congressional District(opens in a new tab) Sep 18, 2026
  11. [11] Michigan 2nd District questionnaire: Moolenaar, Ambrose clash on key issues(opens in a new tab) Sep 16, 2026
  12. [12] Congressman John Moolenaar is an incredible Representative for the fantastic…(opens in a new tab) Aug 6, 2026
  13. [13] AgriPac announces endorsements for 2026 primary election(opens in a new tab) Jun 15, 2026
  14. [14] Election 2026: Michigan Chamber announces statewide ...(opens in a new tab) Jun 12, 2026
  15. [15] MOOLENAAR, JOHN MR. — U.S. House — MI-02(opens in a new tab) Mar 31, 2026
  16. [16] Moolenaar Supports SAVE America Act to Secure Federal ...(opens in a new tab) Feb 12, 2026
  17. [17] Moolenaar Votes for Military Pay Raise, Securing the Border, and ...(opens in a new tab) Jan 23, 2026
  18. [18] Education and Opportunity(opens in a new tab) May 2, 2022
  19. [19] Energy | Congressman John Moolenaar - House.gov(opens in a new tab) May 2, 2022
  20. [20] Foreign Affairs(opens in a new tab) May 2, 2022
  21. [21] Life and Adoption(opens in a new tab) May 2, 2022
  22. [22] Second Amendment(opens in a new tab) May 2, 2022
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