Who is running in Louisiana's 4th Congressional District in 2026?

The confirmed candidates for Louisiana 4th Congressional District in 2026 include: James Johnson (R).

When is the Louisiana 4th Congressional District election in 2026?

The Louisiana 4th District election is part of the November 2026 Midterm Elections, scheduled for November 3, 2026.

Is the Louisiana 4th Congressional District race competitive in 2026?

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Who Is Running in Louisiana Congressional District 4th in 2026?

Last updated: March 4, 2026

James Johnson

(Incumbent)

R·Republican

Economy

Low

Research pending more substantial sources.

Immigration

Low

Research pending more substantial sources.

Healthcare

Low

Research pending more substantial sources.

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Democratic Candidate

D · Democratic

No Democratic candidate has been confirmed for this race yet. Check back after the primary.

Issue	James Johnson
Economy	Research pending more substantial sources. Low
Immigration	Research pending more substantial sources. Low
Healthcare	Research pending more substantial sources. Low
Climate & Energy	James Johnson states that environmental protection is a human rights issue, highlighting threats from pollution, PFAS contamination, and climate-driven weather events, particularly in rural communities. He emphasizes the necessity of protecting natural resources and supports the use of AI innovation to develop climate solutions. High
Abortion & Reproductive Rights	James Johnson has stated he is "100% pro-life" and compared abortion to "genocide," believing that allowing it to continue would prevent him from being a "good and faithful servant." He has denounced Roe v. Wade, asserted that "life begins at conception," and opposes exceptions for rape and incest, supporting only narrow exceptions when the pregnant woman's life is at risk. He also voted to restrict pharmacies from dispensing mifepristone, a form of medication abortion. High
Foreign Policy	Research pending more substantial sources. Low
Education	James Johnson emphasizes the importance of higher education being responsive to workforce needs and adopting an outcome-driven, data-driven approach. He advocates for improving outcomes, planning for demographic shifts, and ensuring graduates are recruited to and retained in rural areas through improved access, affordability, and relevant programs. High
Gun Policy	Research pending more substantial sources. Low

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