Robert
Quigley
Robert Quigley is an independent write-in candidate for Kentucky's 6th Congressional District in 2026.
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Background
Robert Quigley is an independent write-in candidate for Kentucky's 6th Congressional District in the 2026 midterm election, running in his hometown of Lexington, KY. The Kentucky Secretary of State lists him under party designation "Write-In" with a filing date of June 2, 2026. 31
The Courier Journal describes his occupation as "Business Owner, Investor and Author." His LinkedIn profile lists experience running family businesses including Leathercraft Wonderland LLC (from 2011), Carry Ons Inc. (2006–2011), and HandBag Corner (2000–2006), as well as work as an author and publisher at Quigley Publications Inc. (1997–2000) and as an adjunct professor at the University of the District of Columbia (1999–2000). 24
His LinkedIn profile lists a law degree (LLB) from the University of London, law certificates from the University of Cambridge, and an LLM in Commercial Law from both Cambridge and the University of Miami School of Law. These are self-reported details. 4
Quigley is not the incumbent. The seat is open, as incumbent Andy Barr is running for the U.S. Senate. No prior elected office held by Quigley has been documented in the available sources. 92
At a glance
- Party
- Write-In
- Running for
- U.S. House · District 6, Kentucky
- Election
- Nov 3, 2026
- Current office
- Business Owner, Investor, and Author
- Website
- robertquigleyforcongress.com(opens in a new tab)
Where they stand
Each position links to the page it was drawn from. Quotes are verbatim.
Timeline
- Oct 11newsCampaign finance tracker reports no FEC reports on file for Quigley
A campaign-finance tracker listed Quigley as an independent candidate and noted 'NO FEC REPORTS ON FILE' as of its October 11 update. This reflects the tracker's FEC records and is not a verified total of his campaign's receipts or spending.
Kentucky's 6th district · 2026 election - ChamberLight · Sep 28, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Oct 8filingRobert Quigley identified as write-in candidate in KY-6 race by Courier Journal
The Courier Journal's candidate guide identified Quigley as a write-in candidate in Kentucky's 6th Congressional District race, meaning his name will not appear on the printed ballot and voters must write in his name.
Who's running for Congress in KY? Meet candidates in 2026 election · Oct 8, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Oct 8newsQuigley states policy positions on health, term limits, Supreme Court, housing, and foreign policy
In the same Courier Journal questionnaire, Quigley expressed support for a preventive-health evaluation process, three-term limits for U.S. representatives and two for senators, expanding the Supreme Court to one elected justice per state with 12-year terms, housing construction aimed at smaller lower-cost units, and 'proper military aid' to Ukraine and Israel.
Who's running for Congress in KY? Meet candidates in 2026 election · Oct 8, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Oct 8newsQuigley outlines economic development priorities in Courier Journal questionnaire
In a Courier Journal candidate questionnaire, Quigley described economic development as his top priority, proposing adjustments to FHA lending requirements, up to 250,000 SBA loans and grants for Kentucky, a statewide animal-sanctuary system, and natural resource development in eastern Kentucky. He also opposed data centers 'in their current form,' citing resource use, limited local jobs, and effects on utility costs.
Who's running for Congress in KY? Meet candidates in 2026 election · Oct 8, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
Campaign finance
Totals filed with the Federal Election Commission for the 2026 election cycle.
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- $0
- Spent
- $0
- Cash on hand
- $0
Reporting date not available. ↳ FEC record H6KY06283(opens in a new tab)
Sources 3
- [1] Who's running for Congress in KY? Meet candidates in 2026 election(opens in a new tab) Oct 8, 2026
- [2] Kentucky's 6th district · 2026 election - ChamberLight(opens in a new tab) Sep 28, 2026
- [3] Robert Quigley For Congress 2026 Kentucky Sixth District: Home(opens in a new tab) Mar 14, 2026