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Mark
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Republican incumbent Mark Alford represents Missouri's 4th Congressional District, first elected in 2022 after a 25-year career in TV news.

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Background

Mark Alford is the Republican U.S. Representative for Missouri's 4th Congressional District, having taken office on January 3, 2023. The House Office of the Historian lists him as serving continuously from that date through the present, and the Federal Election Commission identifies him as an incumbent in the 2026 election cycle. 1/)3

Before entering politics, Alford spent approximately 25 years as a television news anchor, including anchoring a Kansas City morning news program, and was also a small-business owner. He was born in Baytown, Texas, and lists Kansas City, Missouri, as his hometown. 2510

Alford graduated from Ross S. Sterling High School in Baytown, Texas, in 1982, and attended Lee College, Southwest Texas State College, and the University of Texas at Austin. The House historian records attendance at these institutions but does not list conferred degrees. 1/)

Alford secured the Republican primary victory in August 2026 with support from former President Trump and is seeking reelection to a third term in the November 3, 2026 general election against Democratic challenger Jordan Herrera. 78

At a glance

Party
Republican · Incumbent
Running for
U.S. House · District 4, Missouri
Election
Nov 3, 2026
Current office
U.S. Representative for Missouri's 4th Congressional District
Website
markalford.com(opens in a new tab)

Where they stand

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Timeline

  1. Nov 3
    news
    General election: Alford on ballot as Republican incumbent in Missouri's 4th District

    The general election for Missouri's 4th Congressional District is scheduled for November 3, 2026, with Alford running as the Republican incumbent against Democrat Jordan Herrera, Libertarian Thomas Holbrook, and independent write-in KathleenMae Rogers, using the 2022 district map.

    Missouri's 4th Congressional District: What to know about ... · Oct 6, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  2. Oct 6
    news
    KCUR election guide: Alford raised over $1.3M, holds Trump endorsement ahead of Nov. 3 vote

    KCUR's election guide reported that Alford, the Republican incumbent, has raised more than $1.3 million compared with more than $41,000 for Democrat Jordan Herrera. Alford holds President Trump's endorsement. The general election is November 3, with candidates also including Libertarian Thomas Holbrook and independent write-in KathleenMae Rogers.

    Missouri's 4th Congressional District: What to know about ... · Oct 6, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  3. Oct 2
    filing
    Alford introduces Faith and Rural Small Business Act to expand SBA outreach

    Alford introduced the Faith and Rural Small Business Act, which would establish or elevate SBA offices focused on rural and faith-based communities.

    Press Release: Mark Alford Introduces Bill to Expand SBA ... · Oct 2, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  4. Oct 1
    filing
    Alford and Rep. Davids introduce bipartisan Biotechnology Supply Chain review bill

    Alford and Rep. Sharice Davids introduced a bipartisan bill to assess U.S. dependence on foreign sources for biotechnology supplies and equipment.

    Press Release: Alford and Davids Introduce Bill to Review ... · Oct 1, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  5. Sep 27
    news
    Alford tells Newsmax the map ruling was 'a wrong decision' and disrupted his campaign

    In a Newsmax interview, Alford called the Supreme Court's ruling rejecting the 2025 map 'a wrong decision' and said it forced him to campaign in five counties he had not expected to contest.

    Rep. Alford to Newsmax: Missouri Map Ruling Hurts Voters · Sep 27, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  6. Sep 25
    news
    U.S. Supreme Court declines to reinstate Missouri's 2025 congressional map

    The U.S. Supreme Court rejected a Trump-backed effort to reinstate Missouri's 2025 congressional map for a third time, confirming the November election will proceed under the 2022 district boundaries.

    Supreme Court rejects Trump-backed Missouri ... · Sep 25, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  7. Sep 24
    news
    Kansas City Star reports Alford describes himself as '100% pro-life' on abortion

    The Kansas City Star reported Alford called himself 'unabashedly, one hundred percent pro-life' and said he would vote for Amendment 3 but would have preferred it go further. Opponent Jordan Herrera supports abortion access.

    Fact check: Where candidates Mark Alford and Jordan Herrera stand on abortion ban? · Sep 24, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  8. Sep 22
    news
    Alford and Real Estate Caucus call on Copyright Office on unspecified matter

    Alford joined the Real Estate Caucus in calling on the Copyright Office regarding an unspecified matter, according to his official House website.

    Alford, Real Estate Caucus Call on Copyright Office to ... · Sep 22, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  9. Sep 21
    news
    8th Circuit issues ruling in Missouri redistricting litigation

    The 8th Circuit issued a ruling in the ongoing Missouri redistricting litigation, contributing to the legal chaos over which congressional map would be used for the November 2026 election.

    Read the Ruling - The New York Times · Sep 21, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  10. Sep 16
    filing
    House Small Business Committee passes Alford's 504 Program Level Flexibility Act

    Alford's office announced the bipartisan 504 Program Level Flexibility Act, co-introduced with Rep. Lateefah Simon, passed the House Small Business Committee. The bill would allow the SBA to raise 504 loan commitments up to 115% of annual authorization if demand could exceed that limit, subject to notice to Congress.

    Alford Bill to Provide Flexibility for SBA 504 Lending Passes House ... · Sep 16, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  11. Sep 3
    news
    Missouri courts block use of 2025 congressional map for November election

    Missouri's courts blocked use of the 2025 congressional map for the November election, requiring the November election to use the 2022 map. Voters will also decide a referendum concerning the 2025 map. The dispute followed an August primary held under the 2025 map.

    Supreme Court rejects Trump-backed Missouri ... · Sep 25, 2026 (opens in a new tab)

Endorsements

  • President Donald Trump official
    Trump posted that Alford had his 'Complete and Total Endorsement for Re-Election.' trump.fm · Aug 3, 2026
  • Missouri Fraternal Order of Police organization
    The Missouri Times reported that the state FOP organization endorsed Alford in the 4th District. themissouritimes.com · Jun 19, 2026
  • Missouri Right to Life State and Federal PACs organization
    Endorsed Alford for the primary on June 15, 2026; listed again for the November 3 general election in a September endorsement document. missourilife.org · Jun 15, 2026
  • Missouri Farm Bureau PAC organization
    The PAC announced it had endorsed Alford for reelection. mofb.org · Mar 16, 2026

Campaign finance

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

Raised
$1.39M
Spent
$864K
Cash on hand
$747K

As of Jul 15, 2026. Filings are periodic, so recent money may not be included yet. ↳ FEC record H2MO04207(opens in a new tab)

Sources 22

  1. [1] Missouri's 4th Congressional District: What to know about ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 6, 2026
  2. [2] Press Release: Mark Alford Introduces Bill to Expand SBA ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 2, 2026
  3. [3] Press Release: Alford and Davids Introduce Bill to Review ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 1, 2026
  4. [4] Rep. Alford to Newsmax: Missouri Map Ruling Hurts Voters(opens in a new tab) Sep 27, 2026
  5. [5] Supreme Court rejects Trump-backed Missouri ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 25, 2026
  6. [6] Fact check: Where candidates Mark Alford and Jordan Herrera stand on abortion ban?(opens in a new tab) Sep 24, 2026
  7. [7] Second Amendment | Congressman Mark Alford(opens in a new tab) Sep 23, 2026
  8. [8] Alford, Real Estate Caucus Call on Copyright Office to ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 22, 2026
  9. [9] Read the Ruling - The New York Times(opens in a new tab) Sep 21, 2026
  10. [10] Alford Bill to Provide Flexibility for SBA 504 Lending Passes House ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 16, 2026
  11. [11] What Trump Posted on August 3, 2026 | trump.fm(opens in a new tab) Aug 3, 2026
  12. [12] Press Release(opens in a new tab) Jul 24, 2026
  13. [13] WATCH: The American Dream with Mark Alford(opens in a new tab) Jul 22, 2026
  14. [14] Rep. Mark Alford on bipartisan housing act: 'Mr. President ...(opens in a new tab) Jul 9, 2026
  15. [15] FOP Rolls Out 2026 Endorsements(opens in a new tab) Jun 19, 2026
  16. [16] Alford Applauds Labor-HHS-Education Funding Bill’s Focus on Mental & Rural Health Care(opens in a new tab) Jun 10, 2026
  17. [17] Alford Highlights America First Wins in FY27 National Security ...(opens in a new tab) Apr 29, 2026
  18. [18] Alford Commends Appropriations Committee Passage of FY27 ...(opens in a new tab) Apr 23, 2026
  19. [19] Cass County appraises land for future sale, previously ...(opens in a new tab) Mar 26, 2026
  20. [20] Missouri Farm Bureau PAC endorses Alford for reelection(opens in a new tab) Mar 16, 2026
  21. [21] Alford Votes to Cut Spending, Support Law Enforcement, & Unleash ...(opens in a new tab) Jan 8, 2026
  22. [22] Alford Statement on Missouri Supreme Court’s Amendment 3 Ruling(opens in a new tab) Sep 10, 2024
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