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Texas · 2026 United States general election · November 3

U.S. House · District 36

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Brian Babin Republican · Incumbent Republican incumbent Brian Babin has represented Texas's 36th Congressional District since 2015 and is seeking reelection in 2026. Full profile → Rhonda Hart Democratic Democratic challenger running against incumbent Rep. Brian Babin in Texas's 36th Congressional District in 2026 Full profile →

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IssueBrian Babin
Republican
Rhonda Hart
Democratic
Economy & jobsSupports tax cuts, deregulation, and pro-growth policies Supports raising minimum wage, taxing billionaires, ending tariffs
Housingno sourced position Opposes deportation of construction workers to address housing shortage
Health careSupports repealing and replacing the Affordable Care Act Supports affordable, accessible healthcare decoupled from insurance profits
ImmigrationStrongly supports border security and immigration enforcement Opposes ICE enforcement tactics; calls for immigration reform
Abortion & reproductive rightsOpposes abortion; supports defunding Planned Parenthood Advocates for women's rights; no specific abortion stance confirmed
EducationSupports public education and parental rights in schools Opposes school vouchers; supports greater public school investment
Climate & energyOpposes environmental regulations; voted to revoke CA emissions waivers Supports climate action and renewable energy investment
Crime & public safetyLinks public safety to border enforcement and law enforcement support Calls for ICE accountability and transparency
Taxes & budgetSupports tax cuts and fiscal restraint Supports taxing billionaires and raising the minimum wage
GunsStrong Second Amendment supporter; backed Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act Supports safe storage laws and gun violence prevention
Democracy & electionsSupports voter ID laws; voted for SAVE Act and SAVE America Act Opposes the SAVE Act; opposes Real ID voting requirement
Foreign policy & defenseSupports strong U.S. defense posture; backs military action against Iran Opposes unnecessary U.S. military involvement in the Middle East

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