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Scott
Fitzgerald

Republican U.S. Rep. Scott Fitzgerald has represented Wisconsin's 5th Congressional District since January 2021.

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positions
12
endorsements
8
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Opponent Andrew Beck D Compare race →

Background

Scott Fitzgerald (Republican) is the U.S. representative for Wisconsin's 5th Congressional District, having served in that office since January 3, 2021. 148 He was born in Chicago and resides with his wife on a small farm in rural Clyman, Wisconsin. 11323

Before serving in Congress, Fitzgerald represented Wisconsin's 13th Senate District from 1995 to 2021, holding leadership roles including majority leader and minority leader. 14 He owned and published the Dodge County Independent News in Juneau, Wisconsin, from 1990 to 1996, then worked as an associate publisher at the Watertown Daily Times. 113 He also served in the U.S. Army Reserve from 1981 to 2009, retiring as a lieutenant colonel. 113

Fitzgerald graduated from Hustisford High School in 1981 and earned a Bachelor of Science from the University of Wisconsin–Oshkosh in 1985. 13 He is seeking re-election as the Republican incumbent in Wisconsin's 5th Congressional District in the November 2026 general election. 1718

At a glance

Party
Republican · Incumbent
Running for
U.S. House · District 5, Wisconsin
Election
Nov 3, 2026
Current office
U.S. Representative for Wisconsin's 5th Congressional District
Website
scottfitzgeraldforcongress.com(opens in a new tab)

Where they stand

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Timeline

  1. Oct 7
    filing
    CivicAlign snapshot: Fitzgerald raised ~$1.4M vs. Beck's ~$15,000

    A campaign-finance snapshot from the CivicAlign aggregator listed Fitzgerald at roughly $1.4 million raised and opponent Andrew Beck at approximately $15,000. This is a secondary aggregator figure, not a direct FEC filing citation.

    Wisconsin 5th Congressional District Race 2026… | CivicAlign · Oct 7, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  2. Oct 5
    endorsement
    Fairshake crypto super PAC names Fitzgerald among 32 House candidates it is backing

    The Fairshake cryptocurrency-industry PAC network announced support for Fitzgerald among 32 House candidates. No specific spending amount for Fitzgerald was reported; the group committed $1 million each to six other candidates, including Wisconsin Republican Bryan Steil.

    Crypto super PAC to back candidates in 32 House races - The Hill · Oct 5, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  3. Sep 30
    endorsement
    NEA and NASW-PACE endorse Fitzgerald's opponent Andy Beck in Wisconsin's 5th District

    The National Education Association and the National Association of Social Workers' political action committee endorsed Democrat Andrew Beck in Wisconsin's 5th Congressional District race against incumbent Fitzgerald.

    NEA and NASW-PACE Back Andy Beck in Wisconsin’s 5th Congressional District · Sep 30, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  4. Sep 30
    news
    Fitzgerald and Beck listed as opposing candidates on Wisconsin 5th District ballot

    The Freeman published the District 5 ballot listing incumbent Scott Fitzgerald (R) and challenger Andrew Beck (D) as the candidates for the November 3 general election.

    Who’s on the ballot in November · Sep 30, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  5. Sep 17
    news
    Fitzgerald responds to House passage of multiple fraud enforcement bills

    Fitzgerald issued a response following House passage of fraud enforcement legislation including the GUARD Act, National Fraud Enforcement Division Act, and PROOF Act.

    Press Release: Scott Fitzgerald Responds to House Passage of Fraud Enforcement Bills | Stock News · Sep 17, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  6. Sep 16
    filing
    Fitzgerald introduces Judicial Conduct and Disability Reform Act

    Fitzgerald announced legislation proposing changes to the process for complaints against federal judges, including time limits and limited judicial review of suspension orders, citing 'major flaws' exposed by the case of Judge Pauline Newman.

    Rep. Fitzgerald Introduces Landmark Reform of Judicial Conduct and Disability Act · Sep 16, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  7. Sep 16
    news
    Fitzgerald-led GUARD Act and other fraud bills pass the House

    Fitzgerald's campaign announced the bipartisan GUARD Act, which he co-introduced to protect retirees from scams, passed the House. He also supported passage of the National Fraud Enforcement Division Act and the PROOF Act.

    Fitzgerald Campaign: Fitzgerald-Led Bill Protecting Retirees from Scams Passes House of Representatives · Sep 16, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  8. Jul 30
    filing
    Fitzgerald pre-primary FEC report: $30,400 raised, $1.3M cash on hand

    Fitzgerald's pre-primary FEC disclosure showed he raised $30,400 during the reporting period and had approximately $1.3 million cash on hand at period end.

    Press Release: Scott Fitzgerald Responds to House Passage of Fraud Enforcement Bills | Stock News · Sep 17, 2026 (opens in a new tab)

Endorsements

  • Barbara Dittrich official
    Listed on iVoterGuide profile for Fitzgerald's August 11, 2026 Republican primary; no individual date provided. ivoterguide.com
  • Leah Vukmir official
    Listed on iVoterGuide profile for Fitzgerald's August 11, 2026 Republican primary; no individual date provided. ivoterguide.com
  • Tommy G. Thompson (former Wisconsin Governor) official
    Listed on iVoterGuide profile for Fitzgerald's August 11, 2026 Republican primary; no individual date provided. ivoterguide.com
  • John Jagler official
    Listed on iVoterGuide profile for Fitzgerald's August 11, 2026 Republican primary; no individual date provided. ivoterguide.com
  • Mark Born official
    Listed on iVoterGuide profile for Fitzgerald's August 11, 2026 Republican primary; no individual date provided. ivoterguide.com
  • Pro-Life Wisconsin Victory Fund organization
    Listed on iVoterGuide profile for Fitzgerald's August 11, 2026 Republican primary; no individual date provided. ivoterguide.com
  • Republican Party of Wisconsin's 5th Congressional District Caucus organization
    Listed on iVoterGuide profile for Fitzgerald's August 11, 2026 Republican primary; no individual date provided. ivoterguide.com
  • Donald Trump official
    Trump posted his 'Complete and Total Endorsement for Re-Election' on August 10, 2026, in advance of the August 11 Republican primary. trump.fm · Aug 10, 2026

Campaign finance

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

Raised
$1.37M
Spent
$887K
Cash on hand
$1.32M

As of Jul 22, 2026. Filings are periodic, so recent money may not be included yet. ↳ FEC record H0WI05113(opens in a new tab)

Sources 18

  1. [1] Wisconsin 5th Congressional District Race 2026… | CivicAlign(opens in a new tab) Oct 7, 2026
  2. [2] Crypto super PAC to back candidates in 32 House races - The Hill(opens in a new tab) Oct 5, 2026
  3. [3] NEA and NASW-PACE Back Andy Beck in Wisconsin’s 5th Congressional District(opens in a new tab) Sep 30, 2026
  4. [4] Who’s on the ballot in November(opens in a new tab) Sep 30, 2026
  5. [5] Press Release: Scott Fitzgerald Responds to House Passage of Fraud Enforcement Bills | Stock News(opens in a new tab) Sep 17, 2026
  6. [6] Rep. Fitzgerald Votes to Sanction Russia and Iran and to ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 17, 2026
  7. [7] Fitzgerald Campaign: Fitzgerald-Led Bill Protecting Retirees from Scams Passes House of Representatives(opens in a new tab) Sep 16, 2026
  8. [8] Rep. Fitzgerald Introduces Landmark Reform of Judicial Conduct and Disability Act(opens in a new tab) Sep 16, 2026
  9. [9] What Trump Posted on August 10, 2026 | trump.fm(opens in a new tab) Aug 10, 2026
  10. [10] Voter Guide Profile for WI U.S. Rep., Dist. 5 candidate - Scott Fitzgerald(opens in a new tab) Jul 30, 2026
  11. [11] Rep. Fitzgerald Introduces Package of Housing Legislation to ...(opens in a new tab) Jun 25, 2026
  12. [12] Rep. Fitzgerald's Law-Enforcement Innovate to De-Escalate Act ...(opens in a new tab) Feb 12, 2026
  13. [13] Rep. Fitzgerald Votes to Reopen Government After Partial Shutdown(opens in a new tab) Feb 3, 2026
  14. [14] Rep. Fitzgerald Statement on Passage of the Lower Health ...(opens in a new tab) Dec 17, 2025
  15. [15] Rep. Fitzgerald Statement on House Passage of FY25 Senate Budget Resolution(opens in a new tab) Apr 10, 2025
  16. [16] Scott Fitzgerald — official campaign website(opens in a new tab) Feb 12, 2025
  17. [17] Education(opens in a new tab) Jan 3, 2021
  18. [18] Jobs & Economy | Representative Scott Fitzgerald - House.gov(opens in a new tab) Jan 3, 2021
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