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Richard
Hudson

Republican incumbent Richard Hudson seeks re-election in North Carolina's 9th Congressional District in 2026.

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endorsements
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Background

Richard Hudson is the Republican U.S. Representative for North Carolina's 9th Congressional District, a seat he has held since January 2013. He grew up in Charlotte, North Carolina, and earned a B.A. in history and political science from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte in 1996. 168

Before his election to Congress, Hudson worked as district director for Congressman Robin Hayes and served as chief of staff for Representatives Virginia Foxx, John Carter, and Mike Conaway between roughly 1999 and 2011. He subsequently worked as president of Cabarrus Marketing Group from 2011 to 2013. 46

Hudson represents a district that includes the Fort Bragg (now Fort Liberty) area of North Carolina and lives in Southern Pines. He is running as the Republican incumbent in the November 3, 2026 general election for North Carolina's 9th Congressional District. 238

At a glance

Party
Republican · Incumbent
Running for
U.S. House · District 9, North Carolina
Election
Nov 3, 2026
Current office
U.S. Representative for North Carolina's 9th Congressional District
Website
richardhudson.org(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
    Reporting confirms Hudson's campaign reserved $200K-plus in TV ads amid defensive spending scrutiny

    The Washington Sun reported Hudson's campaign had reserved more than $200,000 in television advertising per ad-tracking sources and FCC records, with his campaign manager noting he had advertised in prior cycles as well.

    House Republican Campaign Chief Launches Defensive Spending in His Own Race · Oct 9, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  2. Oct 8
    news
    Spectrum News notes Hudson won 2024 race by 19 points amid growing Democratic attention to NC-9

    Spectrum News reported Hudson won re-election in 2024 by 19 points; a political-science professor described the district as strongly Republican, though the DCCC added it to its 'districts in play' list while Cook Political Report still rated it Solid Republican.

    House Dems reach big in NC. Are the seats winnable? · Oct 8, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  3. Oct 7
    news
    Hudson launches stock trading ban TV ad as NRCC boosts House spending

    Hudson's campaign reserved more than $200,000 in television advertising, including a spot promoting a ban on congressional stock trading, as the NRCC also increased House spending.

    Hudson Launches Stock Trading Ban Ad as NRCC Boosts House Spending · Oct 7, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  4. Oct 6
    news
    Hudson tells Fayetteville Observer his top priority is banning congressional stock trading

    In a voter guide questionnaire, Hudson named banning members of Congress from trading stocks as his top priority, citing his original co-sponsorship of the Stop Insider Trading Act, which passed the House but not the Senate.

    From affordability to Fort Bragg, here's where Hudson and Ojeda stand · Oct 6, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  5. Oct 2
    endorsement
    Safari Club International PAC endorses Hudson among 106 hunting advocates

    Safari Club International's PAC listed Hudson among its endorsed candidates in an announcement covering 106 hunting advocates nationwide.

    SCI-PAC Endorses 106 Hunting Advocates - The Outdoor Wire ... · Oct 2, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  6. Oct 2
    news
    Hudson hosts FCC Chairman Carr in Moore County to highlight drone dominance and Next Generation 911

    Hudson and FCC Chairman Carr visited Moore County to highlight American drone manufacturing and Next Generation 911 emergency communications infrastructure.

    Hudson Hosts FCC Chairman Carr in Moore County to Highlight American Drone Dominance, Next Generation 911 · Oct 2, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  7. Oct 1
    news
    Hudson hosts FCC Chairman Carr at Guilford and Alamance county 911 centers

    Hudson hosted FCC Chairman Brendan Carr at emergency communications sites in Guilford and Alamance counties to highlight Next Generation 911 and the bipartisan Next Generation 9-1-1 Act.

    Hudson Hosts FCC Chairman Carr at Guilford, Alamance 911 ... · Oct 1, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  8. Sep 30
    filing
    FEC filings show Hudson with $3.22M raised and $1.34M cash on hand through June 30

    Cumulative FEC figures through June 30 showed Hudson raised about $3.22 million, spent about $2.51 million, and held about $1.34 million cash on hand, compared to Ojeda's $2.24 million raised and $164,000 cash on hand.

    How Richard Ojeda Can Win NC-09 in 2026 | The Political Group · Sep 26, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  9. Sep 16
    news
    House passes Hudson-backed bill requiring AM radio in new vehicles

    Hudson announced the House passed bipartisan legislation he championed to require AM radio access as standard equipment in new passenger vehicles at no extra consumer cost.

    Hudson-Backed Bill to Keep AM Radio in New Vehicles Passes House · Sep 16, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  10. Sep 3
    poll
    Poll shows Hudson leading Ojeda 46–42 in NC-9

    A Lake Research Partners poll sponsored by Ojeda, conducted Aug. 31–Sept. 3, found Hudson at 46% and Ojeda at 42%, a four-point Hudson lead.

    North Carolina 9th Congressional District 2026: Latest Polls · Sep 18, 2026 (opens in a new tab)

Endorsements

  • Campaign for Working Families organization
    Listed as an endorsement on iVoterGuide's 2026 Hudson profile (updated October 11). No announcement date found. ivoterguide.com
  • American Israel Public Affairs Committee PAC (AIPAC PAC) organization
    Listed on iVoterGuide's 2026 Hudson profile (updated October 11). No announcement date found. ivoterguide.com
  • National Women's Prayer and Voting Army (NWPVA) organization
    Listed on iVoterGuide's Hudson profile for the 2026 general election (updated October 2). No announcement date found. ivoterguide.com
  • National Rifle Association Political Victory Fund (NRA-PVF) organization
    Listed as an endorsement on iVoterGuide's 2026 Hudson profile (updated October 11). No announcement date found. ivoterguide.com
  • North Carolina Right to Life PAC organization
    Listed as an endorsement on iVoterGuide's 2026 Hudson profile (updated October 11). No announcement date found. ivoterguide.com
  • North Carolina Values Coalition organization
    Listed as an endorsement on iVoterGuide's 2026 Hudson profile (updated October 11). No announcement date found. ivoterguide.com
  • National Right to Life organization
    Listed as an endorsement on iVoterGuide's 2026 Hudson profile (updated October 11). No announcement date found. ivoterguide.com
  • International Franchise Association (IFA) organization
    Listed in the 'Other' endorsements section of iVoterGuide's 2026 Hudson profile (updated October 11). No announcement date found. ivoterguide.com
  • Donald Trump official
    Trump stated: "Richard Hudson has my Complete and Total Endorsement for Re-Election." Posted on Truth Social. trumpstruth.org · Feb 16, 2026

Campaign finance

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

Raised
$3.22M
Spent
$2.51M
Cash on hand
$1.34M

As of Jun 30, 2026. Filings are periodic, so recent money may not be included yet. ↳ FEC record H2NC08185(opens in a new tab)

Sources 24

  1. [1] House Republican Campaign Chief Launches Defensive Spending in His Own Race(opens in a new tab) Oct 9, 2026
  2. [2] Richard Hudson iVoterGuide Profile(opens in a new tab) Oct 9, 2026
  3. [3] Richard Hudson iVoterGuide Profile - iVoterGuide(opens in a new tab) Oct 9, 2026
  4. [4] House Dems reach big in NC. Are the seats winnable?(opens in a new tab) Oct 8, 2026
  5. [5] Hudson Launches Stock Trading Ban Ad as NRCC Boosts House Spending(opens in a new tab) Oct 7, 2026
  6. [6] From affordability to Fort Bragg, here's where Hudson and Ojeda stand(opens in a new tab) Oct 6, 2026
  7. [7] Issues - Congressman Richard Hudson(opens in a new tab) Oct 4, 2026
  8. [8] Hudson Hosts FCC Chairman Carr in Moore County to Highlight American Drone Dominance, Next Generation 911(opens in a new tab) Oct 2, 2026
  9. [9] Richard L. Hudson Jr — US House: Record & Positions(opens in a new tab) Oct 2, 2026
  10. [10] SCI-PAC Endorses 106 Hunting Advocates - The Outdoor Wire ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 2, 2026
  11. [11] Hudson Hosts FCC Chairman Carr at Guilford, Alamance 911 ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 1, 2026
  12. [12] Richard Hudson - US Representative, District 9(opens in a new tab) Sep 30, 2026
  13. [13] How Richard Ojeda Can Win NC-09 in 2026 | The Political Group(opens in a new tab) Sep 26, 2026
  14. [14] North Carolina 9th Congressional District 2026: Latest Polls(opens in a new tab) Sep 18, 2026
  15. [15] Hudson-Backed Bill to Keep AM Radio in New Vehicles Passes House(opens in a new tab) Sep 16, 2026
  16. [16] Donald J. Trump: "Richard Hudson is a Great Man, and ...(opens in a new tab) Feb 17, 2026
  17. [17] Hudson: FY26 Appropriations Delivers for Fort Bragg, Protects ...(opens in a new tab) Jan 23, 2026
  18. [18] Rep. Hudson Statement on the Passage of Energy and Commerce ...(opens in a new tab) May 14, 2025
  19. [19] Richard Hudson (R-NC-9) Voting Record — Your Rep's Record(opens in a new tab) Feb 16, 2025
  20. [20] “I need ammunition, not a ride" | Congressman Richard Hudson(opens in a new tab) Mar 14, 2022
  21. [21] Environment(opens in a new tab) Oct 15, 2021
  22. [22] Immigration(opens in a new tab) Oct 15, 2021
  23. [23] Improving Gun and School Safety | Congressman Richard Hudson(opens in a new tab) Oct 15, 2021
  24. [24] Statement on the Electoral College Vote(opens in a new tab) Jan 3, 2021
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