Who Is Running in Ohio Congressional District 8th in 2026?
Last updated: March 4, 2026
Warren Davidson
(Incumbent)Economy
LowResearch pending more substantial sources.
Immigration
HighWarren Davidson emphasizes preserving U.S. citizenship and securing borders to prevent criminal activity, including human and drug trafficking. He opposes granting amnesty and advocates for reforms to birthright citizenship and federally funded welfare programs to mitigate incentives for illegal border crossings. Additionally, he supports adjusting apportionment and directing the Census to count only U.S. citizens for fair representation and funding. He seeks to prioritize legal immigration and reform the bureaucratic system of caps and quotas.
Healthcare
HighWarren Davidson advocates for a patient-focused healthcare system that is responsive to market forces, emphasizing increased price transparency and competition. He believes Americans should be able to compare prices for non-emergency procedures and purchase insurance across state lines. Davidson voted for the American Health Care Act of 2017 and has introduced or cosponsored legislation such as the Health Care PRICE Transparency Act and the Competitive Health Insurance Reform Act of 2020.
Democratic Candidate
No Democratic candidate has been confirmed for this race yet. Check back after the primary.
| Issue | Warren Davidson |
|---|---|
| Economy | Research pending more substantial sources. Low |
| Immigration | Warren Davidson emphasizes preserving U.S. citizenship and securing borders to prevent criminal activity, including human and drug trafficking. He opposes granting amnesty and advocates for reforms to birthright citizenship and federally funded welfare programs to mitigate incentives for illegal border crossings. Additionally, he supports adjusting apportionment and directing the Census to count only U.S. citizens for fair representation and funding. He seeks to prioritize legal immigration and reform the bureaucratic system of caps and quotas. High |
| Healthcare | Warren Davidson advocates for a patient-focused healthcare system that is responsive to market forces, emphasizing increased price transparency and competition. He believes Americans should be able to compare prices for non-emergency procedures and purchase insurance across state lines. Davidson voted for the American Health Care Act of 2017 and has introduced or cosponsored legislation such as the Health Care PRICE Transparency Act and the Competitive Health Insurance Reform Act of 2020. High |
| Climate & Energy | Representative Warren Davidson opposes climate regulations, supporting measures like the Energy Freedom Act and disapproving of EPA power-plant rules. He voted in favor of the "One Big Beautiful Bill," which included cuts to the Green New Deal. His legislative actions are consistent with his stated goals to cut federal spending and defend freedom, and he has a 0% 2024 score from the League of Conservation Voters. High |
| Abortion & Reproductive Rights | Warren Davidson opposes abortion, with an exception only to save the mother's life. He co-sponsored the Born Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act, the Defund Planned Parenthood Act of 2021, and the Life at Conception Act. Davidson also opposed Ohio Issue 1 in 2023, which sought to establish a right to reproductive decisions including abortion, and aims to end government funding for abortion providers. High |
| Foreign Policy | Warren Davidson supports a war powers resolution to limit presidential military actions without congressional approval. He voted against the 2001 Authorization for Use of Military Force, advocating for its revocation to restore American freedoms and curb federal spending. He also voted against a foreign aid package in April 2024, citing concerns about securing U.S. borders and funding missionless foreign policy agendas, as well as humanitarian aid potentially funding terrorists. High |
| Education | Research pending more substantial sources. Low |
| Gun Policy | Warren Davidson has demonstrated support for gun rights, aligning his position with Second Amendment values. He was listed among House Republicans who voted against gun control measures. This stance reflects his commitment to the principles of individual firearm ownership. Low |
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