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Seth
Magaziner

Incumbent Democratic U.S. Representative for Rhode Island's 2nd Congressional District, serving since 2023

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endorsements
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Background

Seth Magaziner is a Democratic politician from Rhode Island who has represented Rhode Island's 2nd Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives since January 2023. 16 He grew up in Bristol, Rhode Island, and holds a bachelor's degree from Brown University and an MBA from Yale University. 2

Before his congressional career, Magaziner served two terms as Rhode Island General Treasurer from 2015 to 2022. 2 Prior to holding elected office, he worked as a public school teacher and as an investment professional. 1212

In Congress, Magaziner serves on the House Natural Resources and Homeland Security committees. 1 He is running as the incumbent candidate in Rhode Island's 2nd District in the November 2026 general election. 56

At a glance

Party
Democratic · Incumbent
Running for
U.S. House · District 2, Rhode Island
Election
Nov 3, 2026
Current office
U.S. Representative for Rhode Island's 2nd Congressional District
Website
sethmagaziner.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
    Magaziner states campaign mission in PBS interview: end corruption, make life affordable

    In a separate interview, Magaziner said he was running 'to end the corruption in Washington that is holding our country back and to make life more affordable for Rhode Islanders.'

    One on One with Ian Donnis | One on One with Ian Donnis 10/9/2026: Seth Magaziner | Season 2026 · Oct 9, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  2. Oct 9
    debate
    Magaziner and Republican Vic Mellor spar in feisty 12 News televised debate

    Magaziner and Republican challenger Vic Mellor debated at WPRI's studios. The two disagreed sharply on immigration, energy, foreign policy and the January 6 Capitol riot. WPRI posted the full debate video.

    Magaziner, Mellor spar in feisty 12 News congressional debate · Oct 9, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  3. Oct 7
    news
    Magaziner calls on Democrats to use oversight and subpoena power if they retake the House

    In an interview with Ocean State Media, Magaziner said Democrats should use House oversight and subpoena power if they regain the majority, and discussed his push to ban lawmakers from trading stocks and to lower the cost of living.

    Seth Magaziner wants Democrats to 'expose what is going ... · Oct 7, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  4. Oct 5
    news
    Magaziner signs joint letter demanding DHS stop funding Trump ads

    Magaziner signed a joint letter demanding that the Department of Homeland Security stop using federal funds for Trump-related advertising.

    Seth Magaziner signs demand to stop DHS funding for Trump ads · Oct 5, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  5. Oct 1
    news
    Magaziner releases five-part plan to lower energy costs for Rhode Islanders

    At a press conference, Magaziner proposed a windfall-profits tax on major oil companies with consumer rebates, requiring data centers to pay their own energy and grid-upgrade costs, restoring clean-energy tax credits, permitting reform, and ending the war in Iran. He said affordability is the top concern he hears from constituents.

    Representative Magaziner releases plan to lower energy costs for Rhode Islanders · Oct 1, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  6. Sep 25
    endorsement
    The Steady State endorses Magaziner for RI-02

    The Steady State, an organization of former national-security, intelligence, diplomatic, military, law-enforcement and homeland-security officials, endorsed Seth Magaziner for Rhode Island's 2nd Congressional District.

    THE STEADY STATE ENDORSES SETH MAGAZINER FOR RHODE ... · Sep 25, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  7. Sep 9
    filing
    Magaziner wins Democratic primary unopposed, becomes RI-02 nominee

    Seth Magaziner ran unopposed in the Democratic primary for Rhode Island's 2nd Congressional District and is the party's nominee for the general election.

    Seth Magaziner — Rhode Island's 2nd Congressional District ... · Sep 19, 2026 (opens in a new tab)

Endorsements

  • National Treasury Employees Union (NTEU) union
    Listed as a 2026 endorsement on NTEU's Rhode Island page; no specific announcement date given. nteu.org
  • Association of Flight Attendants-CWA (AFA-CWA) union
    Listed on AFA-CWA's 2026 endorsements page; no specific announcement date shown. afacwa.org
  • International Brotherhood of Police Officers (IBPO) union
    A September 10, 2026 WJAR report notes Magaziner touted the IBPO endorsement; no specific announcement date given. Distinct from the Rhode Island State Fraternal Order of Police, which endorsed his opponent. turnto10.com
  • The Steady State organization
    The Steady State announced its endorsement of Magaziner for RI-02. steadystate1.substack.com · Sep 25, 2026
  • American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) union
    AFGE endorsed Magaziner along with Senator Jack Reed and Representative Gabe Amo for reelection to Congress. afge.org · Sep 8, 2026

Campaign finance

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

Raised
$1.38M
Spent
$747K
Cash on hand
$1.51M

As of Aug 20, 2026. Filings are periodic, so recent money may not be included yet. ↳ FEC record H2RI02184(opens in a new tab)

Sources 17

  1. [1] Endorsements(opens in a new tab) Oct 9, 2026
  2. [2] Magaziner, Mellor spar in feisty 12 News congressional debate(opens in a new tab) Oct 9, 2026
  3. [3] One on One with Ian Donnis | One on One with Ian Donnis 10/9/2026: Seth Magaziner | Season 2026(opens in a new tab) Oct 9, 2026
  4. [4] Rhode Island - National Treasury Employees Union - NTEU(opens in a new tab) Oct 9, 2026
  5. [5] Seth Magaziner wants Democrats to 'expose what is going ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 7, 2026
  6. [6] Seth Magaziner signs demand to stop DHS funding for Trump ads(opens in a new tab) Oct 5, 2026
  7. [7] Representative Magaziner releases plan to lower energy costs for Rhode Islanders(opens in a new tab) Oct 1, 2026
  8. [8] THE STEADY STATE ENDORSES SETH MAGAZINER FOR RHODE ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 25, 2026
  9. [9] Seth Magaziner — Rhode Island's 2nd Congressional District ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 19, 2026
  10. [10] Magaziner denounces Mellor over Jan. 6 participation in congressional race(opens in a new tab) Sep 10, 2026
  11. [11] Largest Federal Employee Union Endorses Three Rhode ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 8, 2026
  12. [12] Democratic Members of House Homeland Security Committee Host Oversight Forum on Trump Administration's Illegal Detentions and Deportations - Seth Magaziner(opens in a new tab) Jul 23, 2025
  13. [13] During Gun Violence Awareness Month, Rep. Magaziner Announces Bill to Crack Down on Illegal Gun Sales(opens in a new tab) Jun 2, 2025
  14. [14] Two Years After Dobbs Decision, Magaziner Recommits to Restoring ...(opens in a new tab) Jun 24, 2024
  15. [15] During Fair Housing Month, Magaziner Cosponsors Legislation in Support of Affordable Housing and Homeownership(opens in a new tab) Apr 30, 2024
  16. [16] Education(opens in a new tab) Jan 3, 2023
  17. [17] Jobs and the Economy | Representative Magaziner - House.gov(opens in a new tab) Jan 3, 2023
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