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Texas · 2026 United States general election · November 3

U.S. House · District 17

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Pete Sessions Republican · Incumbent Republican incumbent Pete Sessions represents Texas's 17th District, with prior service as House Rules Committee chair (2013–2019). Full profile → Casey Shepard Democratic Waco attorney and 2026 Democratic nominee challenging Rep. Pete Sessions in Texas's 17th Congressional District Full profile →

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IssuePete Sessions
Republican
Casey Shepard
Democratic
Economy & jobsSupports free-market economy, balanced budgets, reduced spending Supports infrastructure investment and ending tariffs on food/materials
HousingLaunched bipartisan caucus for military and veteran housing Supports affordable housing incentives and rental assistance funding
Health careSupports patient-centered, market-based healthcare solutions Supports restoring Medicaid/Medicare funding and expanding provider access
ImmigrationSupports border wall and America First immigration policies Supports welcoming immigrants and reportedly backed abolishing ICE
Abortion & reproductive rightsPro-life; 100% rating from National Right to Life Supports women's right to abortion
EducationSupports parental rights and educational choice; opposes certain curricula Supports school meal funding; opposed to book banning
Climate & energySupports domestic energy production, opposes EPA regulations no sourced position
Crime & public safetySupports border security and public safety no sourced position
Taxes & budgetSupports lower taxes and a balanced budget Supports tax incentives for housing; ends tariffs on food/materials
GunsStrongly supports Second Amendment and gun rights no sourced position
Democracy & electionsOpposes investigations of President Trump without legal cause Supports stronger congressional checks on executive power
Foreign policy & defenseSupports strong national defense; opposed withdrawing forces from Iran conflict Supports restoring USAID Food Program and ending food tariffs

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