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Connecticut · 2026 United States general election · November 3

U.S. House · District 5

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Jahana Hayes Democratic · Incumbent Incumbent Democratic U.S. Representative for Connecticut's 5th District and former 2016 National Teacher of the Year Full profile → Chris Shea Republican Navy SEAL veteran and firefighter Chris Shea is the 2026 Republican nominee challenging Rep. Jahana Hayes in Connecticut's 5th Congressional District. Full profile → Jackson Waite Independent Democratic candidate for Connecticut's 5th Congressional District; first-time candidate and film producer from Litchfield County Full profile →

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IssueJahana Hayes
Democratic
Chris Shea
Republican
Jackson Waite
Independent
Economy & jobsSupports economy for all, not just the ultra-wealthy Voted 61 yes · 30 no · 3 missedSupports lowering energy costs, cutting taxes, and pro-business policies no sourced position
HousingSupports expanding housing affordability for first-time homebuyers Voted 3 yes · 2 no Supports practical housing solutions to lower costs no sourced position
Health careSupports Medicare for All and lower prescription drug costs Voted 23 yes · 10 no Supports improving VA access and veterans' healthcare no sourced position
ImmigrationSupports immigrant communities while maintaining strong borders Voted 11 yes · 14 no Supports border security and strict enforcement of immigration laws no sourced position
Abortion & reproductive rightsOpposes overturning Roe v. Wade; supports reproductive care access Voted 4 no no sourced position no sourced position
EducationPrioritizes equitable, affordable, high-quality education for all Voted 12 yes · 17 no · 1 missedOpposes transgender girls in girls' sports; opposes 'woke ideologies' in schools no sourced position
Climate & energySupports climate-change mitigation and original cosponsor of Green New Deal Voted 35 yes · 78 no · 2 missedPrioritizes lowering energy costs; supports new pipeline infrastructure no sourced position
Crime & public safetySupports immigration enforcement balanced with civil rights protections Voted 48 yes · 30 no Supports cracking down on drugs, crime, and illegal immigration no sourced position
Taxes & budgetOpposes tax cuts for wealthy and corporations; supports programs over deficit spending Voted 24 yes · 35 no · 2 missedSupports reducing tax burden; backs no tax on tips and overtime no sourced position
GunsSupports red-flag laws, background checks, buyback programs, and age restrictions Voted 8 no no sourced position no sourced position
Democracy & electionsSupports expanded voting access and opposes voter suppression legislation Voted 3 yes · 12 no · 1 missedSigned U.S. Term Limits pledge for congressional term limits Emphasizes transparency, accountability, and open government
Foreign policy & defenseSupports Israel's security and Ukraine aid; open to scrutinizing U.S. military assistance Voted 83 yes · 27 no · 1 missedSupports strong U.S. military; backs Israel's right to self-defense no sourced position

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