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Tim
Walberg

Republican incumbent Tim Walberg represents Michigan's 5th Congressional District and chairs the House Education and the Workforce Committee.

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positions
12
endorsements
9
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Opponents Christian Vukasovich D+ 2 more Compare race →

Background

Tim Walberg is the Republican U.S. Representative for Michigan's 5th Congressional District, currently serving his ninth congressional term. 15 In the 119th Congress, he chairs the House Committee on Education and the Workforce and also serves on the House Natural Resources Committee. 1

Before his federal career, Walberg served in the Michigan House of Representatives from 1983 to 1999. 1 Prior to that, he worked as a pastor in Michigan and Indiana, as president of the Warren Reuther Center for Education and Community Impact, as a division manager for Moody Bible Institute, and as a union steel-mill worker while in college. 110

Walberg attended Western Illinois University, Moody Bible Institute, Taylor University, and Wheaton College Graduate School, earning B.S. and M.A. degrees. 10 He and his wife reside in Tipton, Michigan. 15

At a glance

Party
Republican · Incumbent
Running for
U.S. House · District 5, Michigan
Election
Nov 3, 2026
Current office
U.S. Representative for Michigan's 5th Congressional District; Chair, House Committee on Education and the Workforce
Website
walbergforcongress.com(opens in a new tab)

Where they stand

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Timeline

  1. Oct 8
    poll
    Seldon forecast rates MI-05 race 'Solid R' with projected Walberg margin of 24.3 points

    An October 8 Seldon model forecast listed Walberg at more than 99% win probability versus Democratic nominee Christian Vukasovich at less than 1%, projecting a 24.3-point Walberg margin. These are model assessments, not poll results.

    Michigan's 5th District 2026 Forecast: Vukasovich vs. Walberg · Oct 8, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  2. Oct 6
    news
    Walberg hosts EPA Region 5 Administrator Anne Vogel in Berrien County

    Walberg's office announced he hosted EPA Region 5 Administrator Anne Vogel for a brownfield-site visit and a roundtable focused on Great Lakes priorities in Berrien County.

    Walberg Welcomes EPA Regional Administrator to Berrien ... · Oct 6, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  3. Oct 5
    endorsement
    U.S. Chamber of Commerce endorses Walberg and gives him 'Advocate for American Business' award

    The U.S. Chamber of Commerce endorsed Walberg for Michigan's 5th District and presented him with its 'Advocate for American Business' award as part of its Free Enterprise Express initiative.

    All Aboard the Free Enterprise Express - U.S. Chamber of Commerce · Oct 2, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  4. Oct 5
    news
    Walberg's human-trafficking bill reported as clearing Congress, awaiting presidential signature

    The Sun Times News reported that the Enhancing Detection of Human Trafficking Act had cleared both chambers and was awaiting enrollment and presentation to the president.

    Walberg Human Trafficking Bill Clears Congress · Oct 5, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  5. Oct 2
    filing
    Walberg formally introduces H.R. 10639, the Regional Great Lakes Partnership Act of 2026

    Walberg introduced H.R. 10639 with bipartisan and bicameral colleagues to bring the Great Lakes Commission into NOAA's Regional Ocean Partnerships Program framework.

    Representative Tim Walberg introduces H.R. 10639 · Oct 2, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  6. Oct 2
    news
    Walberg issues statement calling September jobs report 'good news for American workers'

    As chairman or member of the House Education and Workforce Committee, Walberg responded to the September jobs report, calling it 'good news for American workers and families.'

    Walberg Statement on September Jobs Report · Oct 2, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  7. Oct 1
    news
    Walberg praises Trump administration's Education Freedom Tax Credit implementation

    In a statement responding to the administration's rollout of the Education Freedom Tax Credit, Walberg said 'Parents know their children best, and they deserve the freedom to choose the education that works best for their family.'

    Expanding School Choice Nationwide · Oct 1, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  8. Sep 30
    news
    Senate passes Walberg's Enhancing Detection of Human Trafficking Act by unanimous consent

    Walberg's bipartisan human-trafficking bill, which had passed the House unanimously on March 3, cleared the Senate by unanimous consent on September 30. It would require Labor Department training for employees who might encounter signs of trafficking, and awaited enrollment and presentation to the president.

    Walberg Human Trafficking Bill Clears Congress · Oct 5, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  9. Sep 28
    filing
    Walberg announces introduction of bipartisan Regional Great Lakes Partnership Act

    Walberg and bipartisan colleagues announced legislation to designate the Great Lakes Commission as a Regional Great Lakes Partnership within NOAA's Regional Ocean Partnerships Program. The bill was formally introduced on October 2.

    Walberg, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan, Bicameral ... · Sep 28, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  10. Sep 22
    news
    Walberg opposes further gun restrictions at NRA event at Hillsdale College

    At an NRA event at Hillsdale College, Walberg opposed further restrictions on Second Amendment rights, stating 'Second Amendment liberty supporters are not committing acts of violence' and referencing Florida's concealed-carry rules.

    National Rifle Association visits Hillsdale College for gun owner awareness · Sep 22, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  11. Sep 14
    endorsement
    AFGE endorses Democratic opponent Vukasovich, not Walberg, in MI-05

    The American Federation of Government Employees endorsed Democratic nominee Christian Vukasovich as one of 11 Michigan U.S. House candidates it backed, passing over Republican incumbent Tim Walberg.

    Largest Federal Employee Union Endorses 11 Michigan Candidates for U.S. House · Sep 14, 2026 (opens in a new tab)

Endorsements

  • 60 Plus Organization organization
    Listed as an endorser on Walberg's campaign endorsement page; no date given and not independently confirmed as a new 2026 endorsement. walbergforcongress.com
  • Citizens for Traditional Values organization
    Listed as an endorser on Walberg's campaign endorsement page; no date given and not independently confirmed as a new 2026 endorsement. walbergforcongress.com
  • Michigan Right to Life organization
    Listed as an endorser on Walberg's campaign endorsement page; no date given and not independently confirmed as a new 2026 endorsement. walbergforcongress.com
  • National Federation of Independent Business organization
    Listed as an endorser on Walberg's campaign endorsement page; no date given and not independently confirmed as a new 2026 endorsement. walbergforcongress.com
  • National Rifle Association organization
    Listed as an endorser on Walberg's campaign endorsement page; no date given and not independently confirmed as a new 2026 endorsement. walbergforcongress.com
  • Detroit News editorial board newspaper
    Endorsed Walberg in the 5th Congressional District race. detroitnews.com · Sep 22, 2026
  • Donald Trump official
    President of the United States. Trump wrote: "Tim Walberg has my Complete and Total Endorsement for Re-Election." trumpstruth.org · Aug 3, 2026
  • Michigan Farm Bureau AgriPac organization
    Endorsed Walberg and designated him a "Friend of Agriculture" for the 2026 primary; also listed on the general-election endorsement list without a separate date for the general election. michfb.com · Jun 15, 2026
  • Michigan Chamber of Commerce organization
    Endorsed Walberg for the 5th Congressional District. The Chamber's PAC board makes endorsements after considering interviews, voting records, and policy positions. michamber.com · Jun 12, 2026

Campaign finance

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

Raised
$1.74M
Spent
$1.66M
Cash on hand
$994K

As of Jul 15, 2026. Filings are periodic, so recent money may not be included yet. ↳ FEC record H4MI07103(opens in a new tab)

Sources 27

  1. [1] Michigan's 5th District 2026 Forecast: Vukasovich vs. Walberg(opens in a new tab) Oct 8, 2026
  2. [2] Walberg Welcomes EPA Regional Administrator to Berrien ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 6, 2026
  3. [3] Walberg Human Trafficking Bill Clears Congress(opens in a new tab) Oct 5, 2026
  4. [4] All Aboard the Free Enterprise Express - U.S. Chamber of Commerce(opens in a new tab) Oct 2, 2026
  5. [5] Representative Tim Walberg introduces H.R. 10639(opens in a new tab) Oct 2, 2026
  6. [6] Walberg Statement on September Jobs Report(opens in a new tab) Oct 2, 2026
  7. [7] Expanding School Choice Nationwide(opens in a new tab) Oct 1, 2026
  8. [8] Walberg, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan, Bicameral ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 28, 2026
  9. [9] Detroit News endorses in Michigan's 5th Congressional District race(opens in a new tab) Sep 22, 2026
  10. [10] National Rifle Association visits Hillsdale College for gun owner awareness(opens in a new tab) Sep 22, 2026
  11. [11] Largest Federal Employee Union Endorses 11 Michigan Candidates for U.S. House(opens in a new tab) Sep 14, 2026
  12. [12] Michigan Values | Congressman Tim Walberg(opens in a new tab) Aug 20, 2026
  13. [13] Congressman Tim Walberg is an incredible Representative ...(opens in a new tab) Aug 3, 2026
  14. [14] Walberg-Backed Transformational Housing Legislation Becomes Law(opens in a new tab) Jul 15, 2026
  15. [15] AgriPac announces endorsements for 2026 primary election(opens in a new tab) Jun 15, 2026
  16. [16] Election 2026: Michigan Chamber announces statewide ...(opens in a new tab) Jun 12, 2026
  17. [17] Walberg Votes to Support Law Enforcement in Combating Crime(opens in a new tab) May 14, 2026
  18. [18] Congressional Republicans Slam SOS Benson Over Election Integrity(opens in a new tab) Feb 5, 2026
  19. [19] Conservative Climate Caucus | Congressman Tim Walberg(opens in a new tab) Dec 17, 2025
  20. [20] ABC57: Rep. Walberg on Iran strikes(opens in a new tab) Jun 23, 2025
  21. [21] Endorsements(opens in a new tab) Jun 19, 2024
  22. [22] Health Care | Congressman Tim Walberg - House.gov(opens in a new tab) Feb 22, 2022
  23. [23] Immigration(opens in a new tab) Feb 22, 2022
  24. [24] Jobs and Economy(opens in a new tab) Feb 22, 2022
  25. [25] Michigan Values(opens in a new tab) Feb 22, 2022
  26. [26] Taxes & Spending | Congressman Tim Walberg - House.gov(opens in a new tab) Feb 22, 2022
  27. [27] Latest News | Committee on Education & the Workforce(opens in a new tab) Nov 13, 2017
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