Andre Carson — Democrat Candidate for U.S. House in Indiana, 2026

Congressman Andre Carson voted against the Department of Homeland Security appropriations bill for Fiscal Year 2026 due to its continued funding of ICE without addressing "unlawful actions and abuse of power." He supports constructive legislation like the Neighbors Not Enemies Act and the NO BAN Act, advocating for an immigration system that welcomes diversity and provides opportunities. Carson opposes criminalizing immigrant communities, militarizing the border, and an ICE facility in Indianapolis, instead supporting comprehensive immigration reform, a pathway to citizenship, and welcoming refugees.

“I voted no on today’s DHS appropriations bill for FY26 because it continues to fund ICE without any substantive changes to stop unlawful actions and abuse of power. Since President Trump’s first term, I have fought the administration’s baseless attacks on the immigrant community by supporting constructive legislation like the Neighbors Not Enemies Act and the NO BAN Act. This administration has escalated its attacks into a violent reign of terror. [...] For those who voted for today’s bill, I demand they look in the eyes of Liam Ramos, age 5, who is being detained by ICE over a thousand miles away from his home. I demand they look in the eyes of Renee Good’s widow and children. I demand they explain their vote to the 10-year-old girl with brain cancer who was deported to Mexico, away from lifesaving treatment. There is no justification for the trauma ICE and this administration have caused. There is no defense. It is not moral or lawful – it’s cruel. A vote for this bill is a vote allowing more abuse from ICE. I will not rubber stamp this administration’s lawless assault on our communities. — Congressman André Carson, Statement on DHS Appropriations Vote, January 22, 2026.”

Andre Carson supports extending Affordable Care Act tax credits to prevent insurance cost increases, having joined a discharge petition for a vote on the matter. He is committed to strengthening Medicare by opposing privatization and cuts, allowing Medicare to negotiate drug prices, and lowering out-of-pocket costs for seniors. He also advocates for health equity, stressing that healthcare is a fundamental right and aiming to expand access to affordable care for all.

“These expiring healthcare subsidies are not going to undocumented immigrants." – Andre Carson, Instagram, October 5, 2025”

Congressman Andre Carson demonstrates strong support for environmental protection, as evidenced by his 100% score in 2024 and 95% lifetime score from the League of Conservation Voters. He has supported reforms that link voting rights to environmental protection, believing that a strong democracy enables meaningful climate action.

“I voted no on today’s DHS appropriations bill for FY26 because it continues to fund ICE without any substantive changes to stop unlawful actions and abuse of power. Since President Trump’s first term, I have fought the administration’s baseless attacks on the immigrant community by supporting constructive legislation like the Neighbors Not Enemies Act and the NO BAN Act." — Congressman André Carson, Statement on DHS Appropriations Vote, http://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-carson-statement-dhs-appropriations-vote”

Andre Carson strongly supports policies protecting access to mammograms, wellness visits, preventive screenings, contraception, and family planning services. He advocates for preserving the constitutional right to abortion. He co-sponsored H.R. 12 to limit restrictions on abortion services, aiming to protect women's right to choose and health providers' ability to offer reproductive care. He maintains that healthcare decisions should be made by a woman and her doctor.

“Decisions about health care should be between a woman and her doctor—not politicians. (Andre Carson, carson.house.gov/issues/womens-issues)”

Andre Carson voted against the Department of Homeland Security appropriations bill for Fiscal Year 2026, citing concerns over its continued funding for ICE without changes to address unlawful actions and abuse of power. He has supported legislation like the Neighbors Not Enemies Act and the NO BAN Act to counter what he terms baseless attacks on immigrant communities. Carson also reintroduced the Justice for Shireen Act and a resolution condemning violence against ethnic minorities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

“I voted no on today’s DHS appropriations bill for FY26 because it continues to fund ICE without any substantive changes to stop unlawful actions and abuse of power. Since President Trump’s first term, I have fought the administration’s baseless attacks on the immigrant community by supporting constructive legislation like the Neighbors Not Enemies Act and the NO BAN Act. This administration has escalated its attacks into a violent reign of terror. [...] For those who voted for today’s bill, I demand they look in the eyes of Liam Ramos, age 5, who is being detained by ICE over a thousand miles away from his home. I demand they look in the eyes of Renee Good’s widow and children. I demand they explain their vote to the 10-year-old girl with brain cancer who was deported to Mexico, away from lifesaving treatment. There is no justification for the trauma ICE and this administration have caused. There is no defense. It is not moral or lawful – it’s cruel. A vote for this bill is a vote allowing more abuse from ICE. I will not rubber stamp this administration’s lawless assault on our communities." - Congressman André Carson, "Congressman Carson Statement on DHS Appropriations Vote," published on carson.house.gov, January 22, 2026.”

Congressman Andre Carson advocates for policies that invest in early childhood education and ensure equitable resources for K-12 schools. He is committed to expanding opportunities for students from underserved communities, aiming to close disparities in educational attainment. Carson also facilitates youth engagement by hosting a Youth Opportunities Fair and nominating individuals for service academies.

Congressman Andre Carson supports gun control measures to prevent gun violence, advocating for policies such as universal background checks and restricting gun access for domestic abusers and terrorists. He will introduce the Gun Safety Incentive Act, which proposes a tax credit to incentivize safe gun storage practices. He states this bill aims to lower the risk of accidents, suicides, and youth access to guns.

““Any discussion of public safety in Indianapolis and across the country must include common-sense gun safety reforms that everyone can get behind,” said Congressman Carson. “As a former member of law enforcement, I know that responsible gun ownership means responsible gun storage. By providing a tax credit, my bill incentivizes safe gun storage to lower the risk of accidents, suicides, and youth access to guns. As Dean of the Indiana Congressional Delegation, I invite all Hoosier lawmakers to join me in making our communities safer.” (Congressman Carson, http://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-carson-introduce-gun-safety-bill)”