Who Is Running in Ohio Congressional District 4th in 2026?
Last updated: March 4, 2026
James Jordan
(Incumbent)Economy
HighJames Jordan supports tax cuts, stating that "the Big, Beautiful Bill" and actions taken are beginning to improve the economy. He also voted in favor of the Homeowner Energy Freedom Act and the Don't Mess With My Home Appliances Act. These votes, alongside his support for the Housing for the 21st Century Act, indicate a position favoring reduced regulation and housing initiatives to benefit the economy.
Immigration
HighRepresentative Jim Jordan is steadfastly against illegal immigration and amnesty, advocating for a strategy that includes securing the border and robustly enforcing immigration laws. As House Judiciary Committee Chairman, he plans to introduce legislation targeting sanctuary jurisdictions to ensure cooperation with ICE. Jordan emphasizes fixing the system for legal immigrants and believes secure borders are vital for national security, supporting border wall funding.
Healthcare
HighJames Jordan supports healthcare reforms that emphasize patient choice, affordability, and reduced government involvement. He advocates for repealing the Affordable Care Act and replacing it with alternative solutions. These proposed reforms include offering financial assistance, expanding health savings accounts, and enabling individuals to purchase coverage with advantages similar to businesses.
Democratic Candidate
No Democratic candidate has been confirmed for this race yet. Check back after the primary.
| Issue | James Jordan |
|---|---|
| Economy | James Jordan supports tax cuts, stating that "the Big, Beautiful Bill" and actions taken are beginning to improve the economy. He also voted in favor of the Homeowner Energy Freedom Act and the Don't Mess With My Home Appliances Act. These votes, alongside his support for the Housing for the 21st Century Act, indicate a position favoring reduced regulation and housing initiatives to benefit the economy. High |
| Immigration | Representative Jim Jordan is steadfastly against illegal immigration and amnesty, advocating for a strategy that includes securing the border and robustly enforcing immigration laws. As House Judiciary Committee Chairman, he plans to introduce legislation targeting sanctuary jurisdictions to ensure cooperation with ICE. Jordan emphasizes fixing the system for legal immigrants and believes secure borders are vital for national security, supporting border wall funding. High |
| Healthcare | James Jordan supports healthcare reforms that emphasize patient choice, affordability, and reduced government involvement. He advocates for repealing the Affordable Care Act and replacing it with alternative solutions. These proposed reforms include offering financial assistance, expanding health savings accounts, and enabling individuals to purchase coverage with advantages similar to businesses. High |
| Climate & Energy | Representative Jim Jordan, alongside Darrell Issa, sent a letter on January 14, 2026, to federal court system bodies, critiquing the Environmental Law Institute's Climate Judiciary Project. They argued these sessions predispose judges in favor of plaintiffs in climate-related cases. Additionally, his political actions have been described as stifling public input on national forests, taking a "sledgehammer" to environmental protections, and rolling back methane polluter fees. Medium |
| Abortion & Reproductive Rights | James Jordan opposed Ohio Issue 1, the "Right to Make Reproductive Decisions Including Abortion Initiative" in 2023. He also voted "Yes" on the "Pregnant Students' Rights Act" in 2026. These actions indicate his opposition to abortion rights. Medium |
| Foreign Policy | James Jordan has consistently opposed military aid to Ukraine since the 2022 invasion. He voted against the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023. Additionally, Jordan opposed condemning the withdrawal of forces from Syria, voted to repeal the AUMF against Iraq, and supported H.Con.Res. 21 to remove U.S. troops from Syria within 180 days. High |
| Education | Representative Jim Jordan argues that Climate Judiciary Project sessions are designed to predispose federal judges in climate-related cases. He, along with Representative Darrell Issa, sent a letter to the Judicial Conference and Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts to update policies. Their goal is to prevent advocacy organizations from operating as impartial educational programs for judges. Low |
| Gun Policy | James Jordan voted against the Bipartisan Background Checks Act of 2019, which sought to ban firearm transfers between private parties without a background check from a licensed dealer. He supports gun rights legislation. As Chairman of the House Judiciary Committee, he worked to advance the Firearm Due Process Protection Act (H.R. 2184), providing legal recourse for individuals improperly denied firearm purchases due to administrative errors. Medium |
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