On May 5, 2026, six incumbents overcame challengers in Indiana’s congressional primaries, signaling a robust defense of established seats. With closely contested races anticipated in the general election, the results reflect both resilience and the shifting dynamics within local politics.
Key victories included:
- Jim Baird defeating Craig Haggard with 60% of the votes in the 4th Congressional District.
- André Carson capturing over 63% of the votes in the 7th Congressional District.
- Victoria Spartz winning against Scott King with 59.9% of the votes.
- Frank Mrvan securing his primary and set to face Barb Regnitz in the general election.
- Jefferson Shreve emerging with 53% of the votes in the 6th Congressional District.
- Marlin Stutzman triumphing over Jon Kenworthy with more than 66% of the votes in the 3rd Congressional District.
The incumbents expressed gratitude and resolve. Jim Baird remarked, “I’m incredibly grateful to my family and to the dedicated supporters and volunteers who stood with us every step of the way.” André Carson noted that their efforts bring them closer to combating attacks on rights and democracy.
But it wasn’t just incumbents who made waves. Kenny Cavanaugh defeated Scottie Maples—an incumbent sheriff—by more than 64% in Clark County. Meanwhile, Democrat Jamee Decio won her primary decisively with over 70% of the votes in the 2nd Congressional District.
The landscape is shifting as several upcoming races promise to be fiercely contested. For instance, J.D. Ford received roughly 42% of votes in his Democratic primary for the 5th Congressional District. His sentiments echoed those of his peers: “I am truly grateful to every Hoosier who showed up, made their voice heard and believed in what we are building together.”
As Indiana gears up for its general election battles, candidates will need to navigate a landscape that’s both familiar and evolving. The stakes are high, and many eyes will be watching how these dynamics unfold in the coming months.