Russell Fry — Republican Candidate for U.S. House in South Carolina, 2026

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.

“WE ARE NOT THE SAME! During President Donald J. Trump speech on the #SOTU, Democrats couldn’t even stand up and clap for [...] 15. Banning illegals from holding commercial drivers licenses [...] — Congressman Russell Fry, Facebook post”

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.

“Americans should have access to affordable and reliable healthcare, but like with most everything else — a one-sized fits all government-run program is not the solution. We must promote personalized care to provide cost-effective and quality options. Our country is home to some of the best medical care in the world, and with transparency, choice, and competition, lower and affordable prices are within reach. (Rep. Russell Fry, fry.house.gov/Issues/Issue/?IssueID=74)”

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.

“As a member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee,I believe in an all-of-the-above energy strategy rooted in abundance, innovation, and choice. I believe that domestic production strengthens national security. I believe fiscal responsibility matters. And I believe that families, not federal agencies, should make decisions about their own homes." (Russell Fry, MyHorryNews, March 2026)”

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.

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.

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.

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.

“The Second Amendment shall not be infringed. Period. (Russell Fry, his issues page, russellfrysc.com/issues/)”