Who Is Running in North Carolina Congressional District 2nd in 2026?
Last updated: March 2, 2026
Deborah Ross
(Incumbent)Economy
HighCongresswoman Deborah Ross, as Co-Chair of the Democratic Women’s Caucus Policy Task Force, supported the caucus's 'Better Future' policy agenda, which aims to improve economic security for women and families. This agenda outlines steps to lower costs and expand health care access. She also participated in a discussion focused on enhancing research, innovation, workforce development, and education in North Carolina and nationwide.
Immigration
HighCongresswoman Deborah Ross voted against the FY 2026 Department of Homeland Security appropriations bill due to concerns over federal immigration agent actions and insufficient protections for immigrants. She champions comprehensive immigration reform, emphasizing family unity, border security, and pathways to citizenship. Ross supports "Documented Dreamers," introducing the America's CHILDREN Act and cosponsoring the American Dream and Promise Act to prevent their deportation. She also voted for the Farm Workforce Modernization Act, establishing a legal status program for agricultural workers.
Healthcare
HighCongresswoman Deborah Ross has supported initiatives aimed at lowering healthcare costs and expanding access. She championed the PBM Reform Act, which passed the House to combat harmful pharmacy benefit manager practices and reduce prescription drug prices, stating that PBMs act as unregulated middlemen. Ross also advocates for extending Affordable Care Act subsidies and introduced a bill to block federal agencies from sharing medical data with ICE to protect patient privacy and immigrants' access to care.
Republican Candidate
No Republican candidate has been confirmed for this race yet. Check back after the primary.
| Issue | Deborah Ross |
|---|---|
| Economy | Congresswoman Deborah Ross, as Co-Chair of the Democratic Women’s Caucus Policy Task Force, supported the caucus's 'Better Future' policy agenda, which aims to improve economic security for women and families. This agenda outlines steps to lower costs and expand health care access. She also participated in a discussion focused on enhancing research, innovation, workforce development, and education in North Carolina and nationwide. High |
| Immigration | Congresswoman Deborah Ross voted against the FY 2026 Department of Homeland Security appropriations bill due to concerns over federal immigration agent actions and insufficient protections for immigrants. She champions comprehensive immigration reform, emphasizing family unity, border security, and pathways to citizenship. Ross supports "Documented Dreamers," introducing the America's CHILDREN Act and cosponsoring the American Dream and Promise Act to prevent their deportation. She also voted for the Farm Workforce Modernization Act, establishing a legal status program for agricultural workers. High |
| Healthcare | Congresswoman Deborah Ross has supported initiatives aimed at lowering healthcare costs and expanding access. She championed the PBM Reform Act, which passed the House to combat harmful pharmacy benefit manager practices and reduce prescription drug prices, stating that PBMs act as unregulated middlemen. Ross also advocates for extending Affordable Care Act subsidies and introduced a bill to block federal agencies from sharing medical data with ICE to protect patient privacy and immigrants' access to care. High |
| Climate & Energy | Representative Deborah Ross voted for the Build Back Better Act to reduce carbon pollution and bolster the clean energy economy, aiming to combat the climate crisis. She also advanced legislation, signed into the Inflation Reduction Act, to overturn a moratorium on offshore wind leasing. Additionally, her bill encouraging electric vehicle development became part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, and she actively opposes fracking and works to protect against harmful PFAS chemicals. High |
| Abortion & Reproductive Rights | Representative Deborah Ross has consistently supported abortion rights and reproductive freedom. She voted against Republican abortion bills in January 2023, stating that an overwhelming majority of Americans support a woman's right to make decisions about her own body. Ross also voted twice to pass the Women’s Health Protection Act, which aims to enshrine abortion rights into federal law, and supported the Right to Contraception Act. She is endorsed by Population Connection Action. High |
| Foreign Policy | Deborah Ross voted against the Department of Homeland Security appropriations bill for Fiscal Year 2026, citing insufficient FEMA funding for North Carolina and the bill's failure to include critical reforms for federal immigration agencies like funding for body cameras and preventing the deportation of U.S. citizens. She also stated her commitment to ensuring Israel's security while refusing to accept money from AIPAC in 2026. Ross supports placing guardrails on Homeland Security and ICE operations. High |
| Education | Research pending more substantial sources. Medium |
| Gun Policy | Deborah Ross is endorsed by multiple organizations advocating for gun safety. These include Giffords, Brady Campaign, Coalition to Stop Gun Violence (CSGV), Everytown for Gun Safety, and Moms Demand Action. These endorsements indicate her support for policies aimed at reducing gun violence and implementing stricter gun laws. Medium |
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