Peter Stauber — Republican Candidate for U.S. House in Minnesota, 2026

Congressman Pete Stauber introduced the Judicial Loyalty Act, legislation requiring all American judges to be natural-born citizens. This bill aims to safeguard against potential foreign influence in judicial decisions, specifically those involving immigration, foreign policy, and national security. Stauber stated that judges must have unwavering loyalty to the United States to protect American interests.

“Just as our Founding Fathers wisely required our President to be a natural-born citizen to ensure unwavering loyalty to the United States and protect the White House from foreign influence, I believe the same standard should extend to the judiciary. Judges wield enormous power to resolve sensitive disputes that directly impact American interests. At a time when confidence in our institutions is more important than ever, it is concerning to see foreign born judges rule in a manner that contradicts these interests. Those who interpret our laws must have the utmost loyalty to our country and our people.” — Congressman Pete Stauber, Press Release, February 20, 2026”

Peter Stauber supports high-quality, affordable, and accessible healthcare. He advocates for a patient-driven and physician-guided system, believing that individuals, rather than the government, should be in charge of their healthcare decisions.

“I support high quality, affordable and accessible healthcare which is patient-driven and physician-guided, putting individuals in charge of their healthcare rather than the government. Pete Stauber, Ballotpedia (from "Issues" section), accessed September 21, 2018”

Representative Peter Stauber has supported legislation aimed at promoting domestic mineral production and reducing foreign dependence, such as the Critical Mineral Dominance Act. He also voted "Yea" on bills like the Homeowner Energy Freedom Act and the Don’t Mess With My Home Appliances Act. Furthermore, he introduced a resolution to end a moratorium on mining near the Boundary Waters. The League of Conservation Voters has given him a 3% score in 2025 and an 8% lifetime score, indicating a consistent voting record against environmental protection initiatives.

“Tonight, President Trump delivered an uplifting address to the nation and his message to the American people was clear: as America approaches our 250th year, our nation is stronger and back on the path to prosperity." - Congressman Pete Stauber, State of the Union Address Response, February 24, 2026.”

Peter Stauber supports life from conception to natural death and opposes legislation that would allow abortion until birth, citing it as an attack on the sanctity of life. He voted against the Women's Health Protection Act (H.R. 3755) and supported bills like the "Pregnant Students' Rights Act" and "Supporting Pregnant and Parenting Women and Families Act." Following the overturning of Roe v. Wade, he stated the ruling was a win for the sanctity of life and returned decision-making to states.

“As the pro-life father of four and foster parent, it absolutely breaks my heart that the Democrat majority in the House chose to pass a barbaric bill that would allow abortion violence up until the moment of birth. This legislation is a despicable attack on the sanctity of life and goes directly against the will of the American people, as the overwhelming majority of the population opposes abortion with no limits. I will always stand up for life and push back on the Democrats' radical pro-abortion agenda." - Congressman Pete Stauber, stauber.house.gov/media/press-releases/stauber-votes-against-democrats-barbaric-abortion-demand-until-birth-act”

Congressman Stauber voted for the Israel Security Assistance Support Act to ensure military aid delivery, citing Israel's right to defend itself and condemning attempts to withhold aid as displaying weakness. He also introduced a bill requiring all American judges to be natural-born citizens, aiming to ensure their unwavering loyalty to the U.S. and protect against foreign influence in the judiciary.

““Earlier this month, President Biden signaled that he would defy the will of Congress by conditionally withholding weapons to Israel in order to appease the radical pro-Hamas wing of the Democrat Party,” said Stauber. “Biden’s attempts to abandon our top ally in the Middle East during their darkest hour is not only despicable, but it also emboldens violent terrorists and displays weakness on the world stage. That’s why I am proud to support critical legislation that will hold the White House accountable and ensure that military aid is delivered to Israel without delay. This bill passed the House with bipartisan support, and I now call on Leader Schumer to bring it to the Senate Floor for consideration. Israel has a right to defend itself and anyone who attempts to prevent them from doing so is siding with Hamas, a barbaric terrorist organization that has murdered hundreds of Israelis, raped women, committed unspeakable crimes against babies and the elderly, and continues to hold both Israelis and Americans hostages.” (Congressman Pete Stauber, from the press release "Stauber Votes for Legislation to Prevent Biden from Withholding Military Aid to Israel" on stauber.house.gov)”

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Congressman Peter Stauber voted against H.R. 8 and H.R. 1446, legislation described as making it harder for law-abiding citizens to exercise their Second Amendment rights. He argued that these bills would erode the right to self-defense and do nothing to deter criminals. Conversely, he voted in favor of the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, which included provisions for firearm regulation alongside mental health services.

“It's unbelievable that just one week after Pelosi and her allies in Congress voted to eliminate critical resources for the police and make our communities less safe, they are now pushing forward legislation that would prevent law-abiding citizens from protecting themselves and their families. As a victim of two-violent gun crimes, I know firsthand that criminals who are willing to take someone's life do not care about gun laws. That's why I will never vote for legislation that will erode the Second Amendment and prevent law-abiding Americans from exercising their right to self-defense." - Congressman Stauber, stauber.house.gov (referring to his votes against H.R. 8 and H.R. 1446)”