Who Is Running in South Carolina Congressional District 7th in 2026?
Last updated: March 4, 2026
Russell Fry
(Incumbent)Economy
HighRussell Fry advocates for lower taxes, fewer regulatory hurdles, and free markets as key drivers for economic prosperity. He opposes government lockdowns, stating that every job is essential for individuals to support their families. Fry also supports protecting small businesses from expanded joint-employer standards, arguing that such regulations lead to higher operational costs, hinder job opportunities, and threaten the American franchise model.
Immigration
HighRepresentative Russell Fry supports stricter immigration laws, emphasizing border security. He introduced H.R. 4371, the Kayla Hamilton Act, to enhance the vetting of unaccompanied alien children and their sponsors, which passed the House. He also voted to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, citing the Secretary's alleged refusal to enforce U.S. immigration laws. Fry argues that current policies have created a national security, public safety, and humanitarian crisis.
Healthcare
HighRussell Fry voted for H.R. 6703, the Lower Health Care Premiums for All Americans Act. He advocates for personalized, affordable, and reliable healthcare, emphasizing that a one-size-fits-all government-run program is not the solution. Fry believes that transparency, choice, and competition can lead to lower and affordable healthcare prices, contrasting this approach with what he describes as a failed ObamaCare system that Democrats seek to prop up.
Democratic Candidate
No Democratic candidate has been confirmed for this race yet. Check back after the primary.
| Issue | Russell Fry |
|---|---|
| Economy | Russell Fry advocates for lower taxes, fewer regulatory hurdles, and free markets as key drivers for economic prosperity. He opposes government lockdowns, stating that every job is essential for individuals to support their families. Fry also supports protecting small businesses from expanded joint-employer standards, arguing that such regulations lead to higher operational costs, hinder job opportunities, and threaten the American franchise model. High |
| Immigration | Representative Russell Fry supports stricter immigration laws, emphasizing border security. He introduced H.R. 4371, the Kayla Hamilton Act, to enhance the vetting of unaccompanied alien children and their sponsors, which passed the House. He also voted to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, citing the Secretary's alleged refusal to enforce U.S. immigration laws. Fry argues that current policies have created a national security, public safety, and humanitarian crisis. High |
| Healthcare | Russell Fry voted for H.R. 6703, the Lower Health Care Premiums for All Americans Act. He advocates for personalized, affordable, and reliable healthcare, emphasizing that a one-size-fits-all government-run program is not the solution. Fry believes that transparency, choice, and competition can lead to lower and affordable healthcare prices, contrasting this approach with what he describes as a failed ObamaCare system that Democrats seek to prop up. High |
| Climate & Energy | Russell Fry consistently opposes climate and environmental protection measures, earning a 0% score from the League of Conservation Voters in 2025 and a 2% lifetime score. He voted against blocking funding for environmental justice and limiting federal agencies' response to the climate crisis in 2023. Fry advocates for an "all-of-the-above" energy strategy, believing domestic production strengthens national security and that consumer choice, rather than aggressive regulations, lowers costs for families. High |
| Abortion & Reproductive Rights | Russell Fry maintains a pro-life stance on abortion. He has co-sponsored the Protecting Motherhood Act (HR7235), which aims to prohibit agencies from using the term 'birthing person' in official documents. Fry has also received scoring from SBA Pro-Life America, an organization dedicated to ending abortion by electing national leaders who support saving lives. Medium |
| Foreign Policy | Russell Fry supported H.R. 8035, the Ukraine Security Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2024, providing $60.1 billion in security assistance to Ukraine. Conversely, he opposed H.R. 8369, the Israel Security Assistance Support Act, which would have enabled immediate delivery of security aid to Israel. He advocates for a firm stance against China, viewing the Chinese Communist Party as a significant threat to the nation and calling for an end to intellectual property theft and espionage. Medium |
| Education | Russell Fry states that quality education is imperative for the nation's success, emphasizing its importance for the future. He advocates for every student to have access to in-person learning experiences. Fry also believes that education should be entirely void of partisan politics, ensuring a neutral and effective learning environment. Low |
| Gun Policy | Russell Fry supports Second Amendment rights, stating, "The Second Amendment shall not be infringed. Period." He is involved with legislation such as HR4788, which aims to permit Members of Congress with valid state permits to carry concealed firearms in Washington D.C. Additionally, he supports HR556, the Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act, and HR563, designed to discontinue the federal collection of firearm transaction records. High |
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