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Illinois · 2026 United States general election · November 3

U.S. House · District 6

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Sean Casten Democratic · Incumbent Democratic U.S. Representative for Illinois's 6th District, serving since 2019, and seeking reelection in 2026. Full profile → Niki Conforti Republican Republican nominee challenging incumbent Sean Casten in Illinois' 6th Congressional District, November 2026 Full profile →

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IssueSean Casten
Democratic
Niki Conforti
Republican
Economy & jobsSupports economy that works for everyone; opposes Trump tariffs Voted 62 yes · 32 no Supports tariffs, spending caps, and manufacturing revival
HousingOpposes tariffs that raise new-home construction costs Voted 3 yes · 2 no no sourced position
Health careno sourced position Voted 23 yes · 10 no Opposes ACA; supports free-market, patient-focused reforms
ImmigrationSupports comprehensive reform, pathways to citizenship, due process Voted 4 yes · 21 no Supports legal immigration; backs stronger enforcement and expanding ICE
Abortion & reproductive rights100% pro-choice; supports federal protection of abortion rights Voted 4 no Pro-life with exceptions for rape, incest, and life of the mother
EducationSupports expanding FMLA access for educational support workers Voted 9 yes · 20 no · 1 missedSupports academic focus, gifted programs, and parental rights
Climate & energyStrong advocate for climate action and clean energy expansion Voted 35 yes · 76 no · 4 missedSupports cutting energy regulations and limiting renewables
Crime & public safetySupports secure borders but opposes due-process violations by ICE Voted 43 yes · 35 no Opposes Safe-T Act; supports stronger crime and drug enforcement
Taxes & budgetDefends congressional spending authority; opposes broad tariffs Voted 24 yes · 36 no · 1 missedOpposes tax increases; supports spending caps and debt limits
GunsSupports sensible gun safety reforms including universal background checks Voted 7 no · 1 missedSupports Second Amendment and right to bear arms
Democracy & electionsSupports congressional oversight and structural democratic reforms Voted 3 yes · 13 no Supports voter ID requirements and stricter registration rules
Foreign policy & defenseSupports rules-based international order; opposes unilateral tariff policy Voted 76 yes · 33 no · 2 missedSupports tariffs on China to boost U.S. manufacturing

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