Cyle Cramer

Cyle Cramer

Democratic Party

Candidate, U.S. House Minnesota District 8

Elections and appointments

Next election

November 3, 2026

Education

High school

Faribault Public High School

Bachelor's

Hamline University

Law

Mitchell Hamline School of Law

Military

Service / branch

U.S. Army Reserve

Years of service

2010 - 2016

Personal

Birthplace

Faribault, Minn.

Profession

Attorney

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Cyle Cramer (Democratic Party) is running for election to the U.S. House to represent Minnesota's 8th Congressional District. He declared candidacy for the 2026 election.^[source]

Cramer completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Cyle Cramer was born in Faribault, Minnesota. He served in the U.S. Army Reserve from 2010 to 2016. He earned a bachelor's degree from Hamline University and a law degree from the Mitchell Hamline School of Law. His career experience includes working as an attorney.

Elections

2026

See also: Minnesota's 8th Congressional District election, 2026

Note: At this time, Ballotpedia is combining all declared candidates for this election into one list under a general election heading. As primary election dates are published, this information will be updated to separate general election candidates from primary candidates as appropriate.

General election

The general election will occur on November 3, 2026.

General election for U.S. House Minnesota District 8

Incumbent Pete Stauber, Emanuel Anastos, Cyle Cramer, John-Paul McBride, and Chad McKenna are running in the general election for U.S. House Minnesota District 8 on November 3, 2026.

		Candidate
		Pete Stauber (R)
	Submit photo	Emanuel Anastos (D)
		Cyle Cramer (D)
	Submit photo	John-Paul McBride (D)
	Submit photo	Chad McKenna (D)

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Campaign themes

2026

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Cyle Cramer is a Democratic candidate running for the U.S. House to represent Minnesota’s 8th Congressional District. He is a lifelong problem-solver who brings grit, determination, and practical experience to the challenges facing people across northeastern Minnesota. Cramer’s campaign focuses on real-world solutions on the issues people care about. He emphasizes tough negotiation over partisanship and believes in turning good ideas into action. He is committed to showing up, listening, and getting results that matter.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• Cyle's service in Congress will be what it’s meant to be: a voice for the people he represents.
• Cyle believes in strengthening America, promoting opportunity, and that when an individual’s rights are threatened all of our rights are threatened.
• Cyle goal is delivering results and negotiation instead of partisan gridlock.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Cyle believes every community deserves investment to keep people there and to rebuild thriving small-town America.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Listening to constituents and negotiation over partisanship.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

Hearing from constituents directly and embracing new approaches to ensure every suggestion and criticism is heard and valued.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

My very first job was a camp counselor at a cub scout camp. I later was a camp counselor for adults and kids with disabilities.

What qualities does the U.S. House of Representatives possess that makes it unique as an institution?

The U.S. House of Representatives has short terms (2 years) and many districts that help capture different voices in America.

Do you believe that it's beneficial for representatives to have previous experience in government or politics?

Previous experience in government and politics is helpful but not necessary for representatives. The most important traits for representatives is knowledge of effective law and policy making.

What do you perceive to be the United States’ greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade?

Rebuilding trust in our government and those we disagree with.

Do you believe that two years is the right term length for representatives?

Yes.

Is there a particular representative, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?

Jim Oberstar was the long-time representative for Minnesota's 8th Congressional district. He helped pass important legislation for employee and labor protections that I think are vital to a strong working class.

Do you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking?

Negotiation is central to effective and lasting policy. We live in an extremely partisan system right now where as soon as one party gets in control it does everything it can, simply to get undone when the other party gets in control...just to then get reversed again. It's not a sustainable or efficient way to govern.

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Footnotes

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Minnesota's current delegation to the United States Congress

Senators

Amy Klobuchar (D)

Tina Smith (D)

Representatives

District 1

Brad Finstad (R)

District 2

Angie Craig (D)

District 3

Kelly Morrison (D)

District 4

Betty McCollum (D)

District 5

Ilhan Omar (D)

District 6

Tom Emmer (R)

District 7

Michelle Fischbach (R)

District 8

Pete Stauber (R)

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