Who Is Running in Arizona Congressional District 3rd in 2026?

Representative Yassamin Ansari advocates for a reimagined immigration policy, prioritizing pathways to citizenship for Dreamers and addressing labor shortages by supporting foreign-born workers. She introduced legislation, including the Drain ICE Act, to curb funding for Immigration and Customs Enforcement and mandate detention oversight. Foreign Policy for America endorsed her for her advocacy on this issue.

Yassamin Ansari advocates for "bold, big changes" and "transformational change" regarding climate policy, emphasizing global re-engagement and a focus on renewable energy to lower energy costs for citizens. She views the climate crisis as the "defining issue of our generation," with priorities including retraining fossil fuel workers for clean energy and water conservation. As a former UN climate policy advisor, she helped deliver the Paris Climate Accords.

Yassamin Ansari condemned the U.S. attack on Iran in 2026, emphasizing Congress's authority to declare war and advocating for de-escalation to prevent catastrophic conflict. She supports replacing the "brutal, corrupt" Iranian regime and preventing its acquisition of nuclear weapons, prioritizing the safety of U.S. forces and civilians, and nuclear nonproliferation. She voted Yea on the AGOA Extension Act, Strengthening the Quad Act, and Illegitimate Court Counteraction Act.

Yassamin Ansari supports gun safety laws and advocates for stricter gun control measures. She has been endorsed by Giffords, an organization dedicated to saving lives from gun violence, indicating her commitment to reducing gun violence.