Who Is Running in Virginia Congressional District 6th in 2026?
Last updated: March 4, 2026
Benjamin Cline
(Incumbent)Economy
LowBenjamin Cline supports policies aimed at growing the economy, lowering costs, and raising wages for working families. He championed the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act and the Small Business Regulatory Flexibility Improvements Act, which requires federal regulators to assess economic effects on small businesses. He also advocates for making the 20 percent pass-through small business tax deduction permanent through the Main Street Tax Certainty Act to support job creation and strengthen the economy.
Immigration
HighBenjamin Cline strongly supports and cosponsors the SAVE America Act, advocating to prevent noncitizen voting. He states that a democratic process relies on free, fair, and secure elections, emphasizing the need to protect American citizens' voting rights. He believes that only citizens should vote in American elections to ensure election integrity.
Healthcare
HighBenjamin Cline prioritizes patient-centered healthcare reforms aimed at lowering costs and improving access to care. He voted in favor of The Lower Health Care Premiums for All Americans Act to reduce premiums and cosponsored the bipartisan Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act to streamline prior authorization for seniors. He also supported H.R. 1, which secured over $189 million for rural health care improvements in Virginia, emphasizing access to strong, reliable healthcare in rural communities.
Democratic Candidate
No Democratic candidate has been confirmed for this race yet. Check back after the primary.
| Issue | Benjamin Cline |
|---|---|
| Economy | Benjamin Cline supports policies aimed at growing the economy, lowering costs, and raising wages for working families. He championed the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act and the Small Business Regulatory Flexibility Improvements Act, which requires federal regulators to assess economic effects on small businesses. He also advocates for making the 20 percent pass-through small business tax deduction permanent through the Main Street Tax Certainty Act to support job creation and strengthen the economy. Low |
| Immigration | Benjamin Cline strongly supports and cosponsors the SAVE America Act, advocating to prevent noncitizen voting. He states that a democratic process relies on free, fair, and secure elections, emphasizing the need to protect American citizens' voting rights. He believes that only citizens should vote in American elections to ensure election integrity. High |
| Healthcare | Benjamin Cline prioritizes patient-centered healthcare reforms aimed at lowering costs and improving access to care. He voted in favor of The Lower Health Care Premiums for All Americans Act to reduce premiums and cosponsored the bipartisan Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act to streamline prior authorization for seniors. He also supported H.R. 1, which secured over $189 million for rural health care improvements in Virginia, emphasizing access to strong, reliable healthcare in rural communities. High |
| Climate & Energy | Benjamin Cline voted against H.R. 9, the Climate Action Now Act, which sought to address climate change impacts and infrastructure resiliency. He has received a 0% score for 2024 and a 1% lifetime score from the League of Conservation Voters, indicating strong opposition to environmental policies supported by the organization. Medium |
| Abortion & Reproductive Rights | Research pending more substantial sources. Low |
| Foreign Policy | Benjamin Cline supports military innovation and national security, backing the FY26 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). This legislation aims to modernize military systems, accelerate advancements in artificial intelligence and cyber operations, and strengthen America's posture in the Indo-Pacific to deter adversaries such as China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea. The NDAA also seeks to reform the acquisition system to expedite technology delivery to troops and eliminate wasteful programs, ensuring resources focus on mission readiness. Low |
| Education | Benjamin Cline supports directing education funding to classrooms rather than bureaucracy to ensure a skilled workforce and for the future of children. He sponsored 2012 legislation requiring two-thirds of education dollars to go to the classroom. He also advocates for higher education, cosponsoring bills related to college athlete rights and student loan counseling. As a member of the FFA Caucus, he cosponsored a resolution honoring FFA's role in agricultural education, stressing the need to strengthen it. High |
| Gun Policy | Benjamin Cline opposes gun control measures, arguing they infringe on Second Amendment rights. He voted against gun safety bills in Congress. Cline also introduced the Firearm Access During Shutdowns Act and supported eliminating the $200 NFA tax through H.R. 1 as part of his Hearing Protection Act, which he described as modernizing the tax stamp for suppressors. He emphasizes defending the constitutional rights of sportsmen, hunters, and law-abiding gun owners. High |
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