Who Is Running in Indiana Congressional District 5th in 2026?
Last updated: March 4, 2026
Victoria Spartz
(Incumbent)Economy
HighRepresentative Victoria Spartz advocates for fiscal responsibility, stating that she has helped put fiscal issues under control and saved Medicare and Medicaid from looming bankruptcy by addressing over-billing and fraud. She supported the Family and Small Business Taxpayer Protection Act and was recognized as a "Pioneer for Prosperity" by Americans for Prosperity for her advocacy for lower taxes and limited government. Spartz also expressed concern over inflation and opposed "Social Spending" bills, arguing they harm middle-class, rural America.
Immigration
HighVictoria Spartz advocates for securing borders, building a wall, and reforming the immigration system to better serve national interests. She states that the current legal immigration process is too long, expensive, and bureaucratic, which contributes to illegal immigration. She also emphasizes the need for a robust work visa program and the importance of vetting those entering the country.
Healthcare
HighRepresentative Victoria Spartz advocates for healthcare reform to enhance consumer choice, transparency, and price and value competition, stating that current costs are unsustainable and harm the middle class. She introduced legislation to improve hospital competition and healthcare value, including the bipartisan Stop Anticompetitive Healthcare Act, which expands antitrust enforcement to non-profit hospitals. Spartz also pressed for a longer-term reauthorization of the Health Coverage Tax Credit (HCTC). Her voting record shows a 0% 2024 score from the AFL-CIO, indicating opposition to labor union-supported bills.
Democratic Candidate
No Democratic candidate has been confirmed for this race yet. Check back after the primary.
| Issue | Victoria Spartz |
|---|---|
| Economy | Representative Victoria Spartz advocates for fiscal responsibility, stating that she has helped put fiscal issues under control and saved Medicare and Medicaid from looming bankruptcy by addressing over-billing and fraud. She supported the Family and Small Business Taxpayer Protection Act and was recognized as a "Pioneer for Prosperity" by Americans for Prosperity for her advocacy for lower taxes and limited government. Spartz also expressed concern over inflation and opposed "Social Spending" bills, arguing they harm middle-class, rural America. High |
| Immigration | Victoria Spartz advocates for securing borders, building a wall, and reforming the immigration system to better serve national interests. She states that the current legal immigration process is too long, expensive, and bureaucratic, which contributes to illegal immigration. She also emphasizes the need for a robust work visa program and the importance of vetting those entering the country. High |
| Healthcare | Representative Victoria Spartz advocates for healthcare reform to enhance consumer choice, transparency, and price and value competition, stating that current costs are unsustainable and harm the middle class. She introduced legislation to improve hospital competition and healthcare value, including the bipartisan Stop Anticompetitive Healthcare Act, which expands antitrust enforcement to non-profit hospitals. Spartz also pressed for a longer-term reauthorization of the Health Coverage Tax Credit (HCTC). Her voting record shows a 0% 2024 score from the AFL-CIO, indicating opposition to labor union-supported bills. High |
| Climate & Energy | Victoria Spartz has voted against several environmental protection measures in Congress, including the Reliable Power Act and proposals to limit environmental review and public input for pipelines. Her voting record also includes opposition to reestablishing the National Coal Council and defunding the DOE's Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy. The League of Conservation Voters has given her 0% scores for 2023, 2024, and 2025. Medium |
| Abortion & Reproductive Rights | Victoria Spartz has consistently voted against measures to protect abortion access. She voted Nay on the Right to Contraception Act and the Women's Health Protection Act of 2021. She also voted Yea on the Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act and bills banning payment or reimbursement for servicemembers' abortion services. She states her votes are to "protect the sanctity of life" and has earned an "A rating" on SBA Pro-Life America’s national pro-life scorecard. High |
| Foreign Policy | Representative Victoria Spartz voted against aid for Ukraine in 2026, citing concerns regarding oversight and strategy. She emphasized her responsibility to protect American people, stating that her heritage should not dictate support if funds are perceived as wasted. Spartz advocates for a strong national defense as a fundamental government function, stressing the importance of maintaining military strength. High |
| Education | Research pending more substantial sources. Low |
| Gun Policy | Representative Victoria Spartz voted against the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act in 2022, a bill that included provisions for expanding background checks, funding mental health services, and restricting firearm purchases for certain individuals convicted of domestic violence. Her office stated she accidentally carried an unloaded handgun in her luggage in 2024, an incident for which charges were later dismissed after she completed a gun safety course. She generally supports gun rights. Medium |
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