5th Congressional District

Elections / Congress

Democrats tout individual donors’ role in District 5 race fundraising efforts

Democratic challengers said grassroots fundraising has fueled steady gains, though Strong remains far ahead with stronger PAC support funding his campaign.

Wesley Walter

April 21, 2026

Rep. Strong slams Senate for DHS shutdown, drawing opponent’s criticism

Both the Republican incumbent and a challenger vying for District 5's Democratic nomination decried the shutdown, while splitting on the crisis's cause.

Wesley Walter

March 27, 2026

Democrats launch national coalition for congressional ethics, judicial reform

Congressional hopefuls met at the U.S. Capitol, pledging to pursue term limits, ban congressional stock trading and establish a SCOTUS ethics code.

Wesley Walter

March 20, 2026

Candice Duvieilh on managing growth, improving accountability in District 5

Candidate Candice Duvieilh emphasized her policy expertise and background in public administration, saying she was more qualified than the current representative.

Wesley Walter

January 2, 2026

Jeremy Devito highlights immigration, healthcare reform in US House run

Democratic candidate Jeremy Devito said he decided to run for the U.S. House after witnessing the Trump administration's immigration enforcement policies.

Wesley Walter

December 30, 2025

Andrew Sneed talks District 5 run, need for congressional reform

Sneed, a mechanical contracting business owner, emphasized that his “uniquely human path” and working-class background have prepared him to serve District 5.

Wesley Walter

December 29, 2025