Who Is Running in Arizona Congressional District 8th in 2026?
Last updated: March 2, 2026
Abraham Hamadeh
(Incumbent)Economy
HighAbraham Hamadeh believes the federal government has overspent, causing record inflation for families, and attributes increased prices to the Biden administration's economic policies. He signed Americans for Tax Reform’s Taxpayer Protection Pledge, indicating his commitment to oppose all income tax increases.
Immigration
HighAbraham Hamadeh advocates for secure borders, emphasizing the enforcement of existing laws and rigorous background checks for immigrants to safeguard national security. He supports pausing migration from countries considered a threat and ensuring that only individuals beneficial to the U.S. are allowed entry. He also criticizes the Biden Administration's immigration policies and condemns actions against ICE agents, highlighting the importance of federal law enforcement.
Healthcare
MediumAbraham Hamadeh supports repealing and replacing the Affordable Care Act and has opposed Medicaid expansion under the ACA. He voted in favor of H.R. 6703, the "Lower Health Care Premiums for All Americans Act," which aimed to reduce healthcare premiums. He has also been recognized for defending patient access and challenging federal health regulations.
Democratic Candidate
No Democratic candidate has been confirmed for this race yet. Check back after the primary.
| Issue | Abraham Hamadeh |
|---|---|
| Economy | Abraham Hamadeh believes the federal government has overspent, causing record inflation for families, and attributes increased prices to the Biden administration's economic policies. He signed Americans for Tax Reform’s Taxpayer Protection Pledge, indicating his commitment to oppose all income tax increases. High |
| Immigration | Abraham Hamadeh advocates for secure borders, emphasizing the enforcement of existing laws and rigorous background checks for immigrants to safeguard national security. He supports pausing migration from countries considered a threat and ensuring that only individuals beneficial to the U.S. are allowed entry. He also criticizes the Biden Administration's immigration policies and condemns actions against ICE agents, highlighting the importance of federal law enforcement. High |
| Healthcare | Abraham Hamadeh supports repealing and replacing the Affordable Care Act and has opposed Medicaid expansion under the ACA. He voted in favor of H.R. 6703, the "Lower Health Care Premiums for All Americans Act," which aimed to reduce healthcare premiums. He has also been recognized for defending patient access and challenging federal health regulations. Medium |
| Climate & Energy | Abraham Hamadeh opposes "New Green deal energy policies," stating they impose high energy costs on American families amidst inflation. He advocates for increased domestic energy production to strengthen the U.S. economy, reduce reliance on foreign nations, and replenish the Strategic Petroleum Reserves, which he believes the current administration has misused. Low |
| Abortion & Reproductive Rights | Abraham Hamadeh is a pro-life advocate who believes life is a precious gift and emphasizes the importance of family. He pledges to fight for the rights of the unborn, opposing efforts that allow abortion with minimal restrictions. He also supports providing resources for young mothers, expanding adoption, and ensuring pregnancy centers are available to those in need. High |
| Foreign Policy | Abraham Hamadeh supports Israel, stating that he is a strong ally to the Jewish people, a view influenced by his personal experience. He promotes "peace through strength" in foreign policy, advocating for a strong America to ensure global safety and supporting sanctions to assert U.S. power. He also supports the NDAA for prioritizing national defense, troop readiness, and border security, and has urged Americans to stand with allies following Iran attacks. High |
| Education | Research pending more substantial sources. Low |
| Gun Policy | Congressman Abraham Hamadeh co-sponsors the Silencers Help Us Save Hearing (SHUSH) Act and the Protecting Americans' Right to Silence (PARTS) Act. These bills aim to reduce regulations on firearm suppressors and clarify statutory definitions. Hamadeh states that convoluted policies weaken Second Amendment rights and believes in protecting these rights, while also easing access for law-abiding citizens seeking hearing protection. High |
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