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Tom
Barrett

Republican incumbent Tom Barrett represents Michigan's 7th District and is seeking re-election in November 2026.

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Background

Tom Barrett is the Republican U.S. representative for Michigan's 7th Congressional District, currently serving his first term in the House. He grew up in Michigan — sources indicate he was raised in Madison Heights — and now lives in Charlotte, Michigan. 126

Barrett served 22 years in the U.S. Army, including service as a helicopter pilot, before entering elective office. He earned a degree from Western Michigan University in 2007, graduating with honors through the Montgomery GI Bill. 23

Prior to his congressional election, Barrett served in the Michigan House of Representatives (2015–2019) and the Michigan Senate (2019–2023). 23

Barrett is running for re-election in the November 2026 general election for Michigan's 7th District, which is considered a key swing seat. His Democratic challenger is described as a progressive. 6

At a glance

Party
Republican · Incumbent
Running for
U.S. House · District 7, Michigan
Election
Nov 3, 2026
Current office
U.S. Representative for Michigan's 7th Congressional District
Website
tombarrettforcongress.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
    filing
    Barrett introduces Artificial Intelligence Governance and Emerging Threats Act

    Barrett announced a bill to create a federal AI and emerging-technology threats office within the Executive Office of the President. Legislative progress of the bill was not established in available reporting.

    Tom Barrett Introduces Bill to Create Federal AI Oversight ... · Oct 9, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  2. Oct 8
    news
    Speaker Johnson touts Barrett's police support, attacks Lawrence's record

    Coverage following the October 7 Mason event detailed Speaker Johnson's public praise of Barrett and criticism of Democratic challenger Lawrence on policing issues, framing the MI-07 race as a test of public-safety priorities.

    Speaker Johnson touts Tom Barrett, slams Lawrence on police support · Oct 8, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  3. Oct 7
    endorsement
    Speaker Mike Johnson joins Barrett at Mason event; law enforcement groups back Barrett

    House Speaker Mike Johnson appeared alongside Barrett in Mason, MI, at a public-safety-focused event. The Police Officers Association of Michigan and the Fraternal Order of Police highlighted their support for Barrett. The event also featured displays of Lawrence's past deleted social-media posts as part of the candidates' ongoing dispute.

    US House speaker, law enforcement groups lend support to Barrett in tight reelection race · Oct 7, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  4. Oct 6
    debate
    Barrett and Lawrence debate at WKAR studios, clash on Iran, tariffs, and data centers

    Barrett and Lawrence held their first debate at WKAR's East Lansing studio, covering the Iran war, Trump tariffs, immigration, data centers, and AI. Barrett defended his votes against continuing the Iran war and argued local residents should decide on data-center siting. Lawrence criticized Barrett's alignment with Trump. Both candidates challenged each other over old social-media posts.

    WKAR Specials | Decision 2026: Michigan's 7th Congressional District Debate · Oct 6, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  5. Oct 5
    endorsement
    Michigan Farm Bureau AgriPac gives Barrett 'Friend of Agriculture' endorsement

    Michigan Farm Bureau AgriPac announced its endorsement of Barrett, citing his focus on agricultural research, workforce, and market priorities.

    Tom Barrett points to research, workforce and markets as ... · Oct 5, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  6. Oct 3
    endorsement
    U.S. Chamber of Commerce endorses Rep. Tom Barrett for MI-07

    The U.S. Chamber of Commerce announced its endorsement of Barrett for Michigan's 7th Congressional District as part of its National Free Enterprise Express Opportunity Tour.

    U.S. Chamber Endorses Rep. Tom Barrett for Michigan's ... · Oct 3, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  7. Sep 26
    news
    Barrett and EPA Administrator Zeldin visit Mid-Michigan on energy and PFAS research

    Tom Barrett joined EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin for a visit to Mid-Michigan focused on energy issues and PFAS research.

    Tom Barrett and EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin Visit Mid- ... · Sep 26, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  8. Sep 25
    news
    Barrett holds massive $2.9M cash-on-hand advantage over Lawrence

    CNBC reported Barrett had approximately $2.9 million cash on hand versus roughly $383,000 for opponent William Lawrence, based on FEC filings through July 15. Barrett had raised about $6.31 million over the cycle compared to Lawrence's $1.12 million.

    See which incumbents have the biggest cash advantage in the tightest U.S. House races · Sep 25, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  9. Sep 24
    filing
    Barrett joins bipartisan No Secrets for Data Centers Act

    Barrett co-introduced a bipartisan bill to prohibit government officials from using nondisclosure agreements to conceal details of data-center projects from the public.

    Barrett Helps Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Increase Transparency, Ban Data Centers NDAs · Sep 24, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  10. Sep 18
    filing
    Barrett introduces two AI transparency and accountability bills targeting VA

    Barrett announced the VA Claims AI Accountability Act and VA AI Transparency Act, requiring human review and transparency when the VA uses AI in processing benefit claims.

    Barrett Introduces Two Bills to Ensure Transparency, Accountability ... · Sep 18, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  11. Aug 11
    poll
    Poll shows Lawrence at 49%, Barrett at 47% in MI-07

    A Global Strategy Group survey of 500 likely voters, released by the Democratic-aligned House Majority PAC, showed Democrat William Lawrence at 49% and incumbent Tom Barrett at 47%. The poll was conducted August 11–13 and should be read with its partisan commissioning context.

    Michigan 7th District — 2026 House Race, Candidates & FEC ... · Oct 2, 2026 (opens in a new tab)

Endorsements

  • State Senator Lana Theis official
    Listed on Barrett's campaign endorsements page; no individual date provided. tombarrettforcongress.com
  • Mike Johnson official
    Listed on Barrett's campaign endorsements page; no individual date provided. tombarrettforcongress.com
  • Lisa McClain official
    Listed on Barrett's campaign endorsements page; no individual date provided. tombarrettforcongress.com
  • Elise Stefanik official
    Listed on Barrett's campaign endorsements page; no individual date provided. tombarrettforcongress.com
  • State Representative Graham Filler official
    Listed on Barrett's campaign endorsements page; no individual date provided. tombarrettforcongress.com
  • Jim Banks official
    Listed on Barrett's campaign endorsements page; no individual date provided. tombarrettforcongress.com
  • Kevin McCarthy official
    Listed on Barrett's campaign endorsements page; no individual date provided. tombarrettforcongress.com
  • National Federation of Independent Business organization
    Listed on Barrett's campaign endorsements page; no date provided. tombarrettforcongress.com
  • Bill Huizenga official
    Listed on Barrett's campaign endorsements page; no individual date provided. tombarrettforcongress.com
  • Steve Scalise official
    Listed on Barrett's campaign endorsements page; no individual date provided. tombarrettforcongress.com
  • State Representative Bob Bezotte official
    Listed on Barrett's campaign endorsements page; no individual date provided. tombarrettforcongress.com
  • Michigan Farm Bureau AgriPac organization
    Endorsed Barrett as a 'Friend of Agriculture' for the general election; no specific announcement date given on endorsement list. michfb.com
  • Jack Bergman official
    Listed on Barrett's campaign endorsements page; no individual date provided. tombarrettforcongress.com
  • John Moolenaar official
    Listed on Barrett's campaign endorsements page; no individual date provided. tombarrettforcongress.com
  • Jason Smith official
    Listed on Barrett's campaign endorsements page; no individual date provided. tombarrettforcongress.com
  • John James official
    Listed on Barrett's campaign endorsements page; no individual date provided. tombarrettforcongress.com
  • Mike Pence official
    Listed on Barrett's campaign endorsements page; no individual date provided. tombarrettforcongress.com
  • Tim Walberg official
    Listed on Barrett's campaign endorsements page; no individual date provided. tombarrettforcongress.com
  • Fraternal Order of Police union
    Announced support for Barrett at a campaign event alongside other law enforcement groups. michiganpublic.org · Oct 7, 2026
  • Police Officers Association of Michigan organization
    Announced support for Barrett at a campaign event alongside law enforcement groups. michiganpublic.org · Oct 7, 2026
  • U.S. Chamber of Commerce organization
    Endorsed Barrett during the National Free Enterprise Express Opportunity Tour. uschamber.com · Oct 3, 2026
  • Michigan Corn PAC organization
    Barrett accepted reelection endorsement from the Michigan Corn Growers Association PAC at a farm event. home.mirs.news · Sep 29, 2026
  • Club for Growth PAC organization
    Announced endorsement of Barrett in MI-07 race. clubforgrowth.org · Sep 4, 2026
  • Lansing Regional Chamber PAC organization
    Announced endorsement as part of additional 2026 federal and state race endorsements. lansingchamber.org · Aug 20, 2026
  • Michigan Chamber of Commerce organization
    Endorsed Barrett as part of the Chamber PAC's congressional slate announcement. michamber.com · Jun 12, 2026

Campaign finance

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

Raised
$6.31M
Spent
$3.46M
Cash on hand
$2.87M

As of Jul 15, 2026. Filings are periodic, so recent money may not be included yet. ↳ FEC record H2MI07123(opens in a new tab)

Sources 23

  1. [1] Endorsements — Tom Barrett for Congress(opens in a new tab) Oct 9, 2026
  2. [2] Tom Barrett Introduces Bill to Create Federal AI Oversight ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 9, 2026
  3. [3] Speaker Johnson touts Tom Barrett, slams Lawrence on police support(opens in a new tab) Oct 8, 2026
  4. [4] Endorsements | Michigan Farm Bureau Family of Companies(opens in a new tab) Oct 7, 2026
  5. [5] US House speaker, law enforcement groups lend support to Barrett in tight reelection race(opens in a new tab) Oct 7, 2026
  6. [6] Barrett, Lawrence face down each other in U.S. House race debate(opens in a new tab) Oct 6, 2026
  7. [7] Lawrence, Barrett clash on immigration enforcement, data centers in ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 6, 2026
  8. [8] Trump hangs over first debate in Mid-Michigan swing district - Yahoo(opens in a new tab) Oct 6, 2026
  9. [9] WKAR Specials | Decision 2026: Michigan's 7th Congressional District Debate(opens in a new tab) Oct 6, 2026
  10. [10] Tom Barrett points to research, workforce and markets as ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 5, 2026
  11. [11] U.S. Chamber Endorses Rep. Tom Barrett for Michigan's ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 3, 2026
  12. [12] Michigan 7th District — 2026 House Race, Candidates & FEC ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 2, 2026
  13. [13] Lawrence Presents Sharpest Contrast Of His Political Career(opens in a new tab) Sep 30, 2026
  14. [14] Rep. Tom Barrett: My focus is on results for the 7th District – Lansing City Pulse(opens in a new tab) Sep 30, 2026
  15. [15] Voter Guide Profile for MI U.S. Rep., Dist. 7 candidate - Tom Barrett(opens in a new tab) Sep 30, 2026
  16. [16] Tom Barrett and EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin Visit Mid- ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 26, 2026
  17. [17] See which incumbents have the biggest cash advantage in the tightest U.S. House races(opens in a new tab) Sep 25, 2026
  18. [18] Barrett Helps Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Increase Transparency, Ban Data Centers NDAs(opens in a new tab) Sep 24, 2026
  19. [19] Barrett Introduces Two Bills to Ensure Transparency, Accountability ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 18, 2026
  20. [20] Tom Barrett | Biography & Public Record(opens in a new tab) Sep 17, 2026
  21. [21] Club for Growth PAC Endorses Rep. Tom Barrett in MI-07 ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 4, 2026
  22. [22] Lansing Regional Chamber-PAC Announces Additional ...(opens in a new tab) Aug 20, 2026
  23. [23] Election 2026: Michigan Chamber announces statewide ...(opens in a new tab) Jun 12, 2026
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