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U.S. House — District 8 — Michigan 2026

Flint / Tri-Cities / Bay City / Saginaw Competitive swing district. Top Republican target. 2 candidates on the November 3, 2026 general election ballot. Grades reflect each candidate's public record on life, family, religious liberty, the Second Amendment, limited government and fiscal responsibility.

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Candidates

BThomas J. SmithRepublican

Republican candidate in Michigan's 8th Congressional District for 2026. Very limited public information available about background, campaign platform, or policy positions.

LifeBFamilyBReligious libertyB2nd AmendmentBLimited gov’tBFiscalB

FKristen McDonald RivetDemocratic

Incumbent U.S. Representative. Former Michigan State Senator. Won the seat in 2024 with 51.3% in a competitive swing district. Previously voted for Whitmer's agenda in the state senate including gun control and abortion rights expansion.

LifeFFamilyFReligious libertyD2nd AmendmentFLimited gov’tFFiscalF

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