Who Is Running in Georgia Congressional District 5th in 2026?
Last updated: March 2, 2026
Nikema Williams
(Incumbent)Economy
HighNikema Williams voted against Department of Homeland Security Appropriations, stating her refusal to fund the department due to ICE's activities, which she believes negatively affect working families and her constituents. She also supports extending the Affordable Care Act enhanced premium tax credits, an action intended to prevent significant increases in health insurance costs for millions of Americans through 2028.
Immigration
HighCongresswoman Nikema Williams opposes funding for the Department of Homeland Security, citing concerns about ICE operations. She voted against DHS Appropriations and co-introduced the Stop ICE Election Militarization Act to prevent federal agent interference near polling places and protect election integrity. Williams also voted for the NO BAN Act and the Access to Counsel Act to outlaw discriminatory religious travel bans and protect due process rights at ports of entry, advocating for basic human decency and religious liberty.
Healthcare
HighCongresswoman Nikema Williams strongly supports universal, quality healthcare coverage, stating it is a right for all people, not a privilege. She co-sponsored Medicare for All legislation and voted to extend Affordable Care Act tax credits to lower healthcare costs for her constituents. She also advocates for increased visibility of endometriosis and adenomyosis in the Family Medical Leave Act.
Republican Candidate
No Republican candidate has been confirmed for this race yet. Check back after the primary.
| Issue | Nikema Williams |
|---|---|
| Economy | Nikema Williams voted against Department of Homeland Security Appropriations, stating her refusal to fund the department due to ICE's activities, which she believes negatively affect working families and her constituents. She also supports extending the Affordable Care Act enhanced premium tax credits, an action intended to prevent significant increases in health insurance costs for millions of Americans through 2028. High |
| Immigration | Congresswoman Nikema Williams opposes funding for the Department of Homeland Security, citing concerns about ICE operations. She voted against DHS Appropriations and co-introduced the Stop ICE Election Militarization Act to prevent federal agent interference near polling places and protect election integrity. Williams also voted for the NO BAN Act and the Access to Counsel Act to outlaw discriminatory religious travel bans and protect due process rights at ports of entry, advocating for basic human decency and religious liberty. High |
| Healthcare | Congresswoman Nikema Williams strongly supports universal, quality healthcare coverage, stating it is a right for all people, not a privilege. She co-sponsored Medicare for All legislation and voted to extend Affordable Care Act tax credits to lower healthcare costs for her constituents. She also advocates for increased visibility of endometriosis and adenomyosis in the Family Medical Leave Act. High |
| Climate & Energy | Research pending more substantial sources. Low |
| Abortion & Reproductive Rights | Representative Nikema Williams supports abortion rights, voting for the Women’s Health Protection Act and the Ensuring Women’s Rights to Reproductive Freedom Act. She also voted to protect contraception access with the Right to Contraception Act. Williams advocates for reproductive freedom as a human right, stating that without it, individuals are not truly free. She opposes state abortion bans, citing concerns for Black and Brown communities and those facing healthcare barriers. High |
| Foreign Policy | Congresswoman Nikema Williams voted against the 2026 Department of Defense Appropriations Act, stating a consistent call to rein in excessive defense spending to better invest in communities. She also voted against Department of Homeland Security funding, advocating for the dismantling of ICE due to concerns over its policies. Additionally, she introduced the Stop ICE Election Militarization Act to prevent immigration enforcement entities from being deployed at polling places. High |
| Education | Congresswoman Nikema Williams advocates for equitable access to high-quality education, citing her personal values and experience as a former public school teacher. She is committed to fighting for resources for students and teachers. Williams also leads the Student Loan Credit Score Rehabilitation Act and advocates for student debt cancellation for federal borrowers, aiming to alleviate barriers caused by student loan debt. High |
| Gun Policy | Congresswoman Nikema Williams supports gun safety measures, citing the need to ensure community spaces are safe and to save lives. She helped pass the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act in the 117th Congress. Williams stated that while the act did not include everything she desired, she supported it as a step towards saving lives. High |
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