Indiana's 4th Congressional District election, 2026
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Indiana's 4th Congressional District |
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General election |
Election details |
Filing deadline: February 6, 2026 |
Primary: May 5, 2026 General: November 3, 2026 |
How to vote |
Poll times:
6 a.m. to 6 p.m. |
Race ratings |
DDHQ and The Hill: Pending Inside Elections: Solid Republican Sabato's Crystal Ball: Safe Republican |
Ballotpedia analysis |
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All U.S. House districts, including the 4th Congressional District of Indiana, are holding elections in 2026. The general election is November 3, 2026. To learn more about other elections on the ballot, click here.
Candidates and election results
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General election
The general election will occur on November 3, 2026.
General election for U.S. House Indiana District 4
The following candidates are running in the general election for U.S. House Indiana District 4 on November 3, 2026.
Candidate | ||
![]() | Jim Baird (R) | |
![]() | Drew Cox (D) | |
![]() | Thomas D. Hall Jr. (D) | |
![]() | John Whetstone (D) | |
Chad Elwartowski (R) | ||
Craig Haggard (R) | ||
![]() | Anthony Hustedt-Mai (R) ![]() |
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Candidate profiles
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Party: Republican Party
Incumbent: No
Political Office: None
Submitted Biography: "Anthony Hustedt-Mai is a veteran, scholar, educator, and dedicated public servant. He offers a rare fusion of real-world military leadership and deep academic expertise. Now actively campaigning to represent Indiana District 4, he’s ready to bring integrity, service, and results to Washington. Raised with strong Midwestern values of hard work, integrity, and service, Anthony brings a lifetime of experience and leadership to his run for Congress. With a background spanning military service, security, community service, small business, and agriculture, he is committed to putting people over politics and ensuring every citizen’s voice is heard."
Voting information
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Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey responses
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Survey responses from candidates in this race
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|Protect American Families and Communities: Prioritize public safety, border security, strong education, and support for law enforcement, veterans, and working families to build stronger, safer communities.
End Career Politics and Restore Accountability: Support term limits, demand transparency in government spending, and ensure elected officials remain accountable to the people, not special interests or party elites.
Mental Health: Working with veterans, groups like Mental Health America, and everyday constituents, I’ve seen how we need to improve access to mental health care, strengthen community-based support systems, and address causal mechanisms that impacted the wellbeing of Americans.
Education: I’m committed to empowering families and educators to teach practical skills and the values of American democracy. Investment in education and research is imperative to ensure America remains the leader in global innovation.I look up to leaders who have shown unwavering integrity, courage under pressure, and a commitment to doing what’s right, even when it’s not popular. I look up to those who I have served with, those who work hard every day to better their community, those who dedicate their lives to others; essentially anyone who serves a greater purpose than themselves.
I draw inspiration from the many veterans, teachers, first responders, and everyday citizens I’ve met, people who lead by example, serve quietly, and uphold their responsibilities without recognition or reward. That kind of grounded, service-minded leadership is exactly what we need more of in Washington, and it's the standard I aim to uphold.“Democracy in America” by Alexis de Tocqueville, examines the United States as it transitioned from a fledgling nation into a power of its own, and places our history within the greater trend of humanity fighting for the liberty and the rights of man, the birth of democracy. Just about anything from Abraham Lincoln, particularly his “House Divided” Speech. This speech captures the importance of moral clarity, national unity, and leadership grounded in principle, values that I strive to carry forward in public service.
Each of these speaks to my core belief: that government exists to protect liberty, serve the people, and stay within its constitutional bounds.That said, I’d choose Captain America. He represents timeless values like courage, integrity, and selfless service, always standing up for what’s right, even when it’s difficult or unpopular. He doesn’t seek power for himself but uses his strength to protect others and defend freedom. What I admire most is that Captain America isn’t just a soldier and a hero, he’s a symbol of principle. He believes in the Constitution, in the people, and in doing the right thing no matter what the cost.
When the U.S. Navy switched to the Navy Working Uniform, many of my blue undershirts were emblazoned with the Captain America shield.One of the greatest struggles in my life has been balancing a deep commitment to service with the demands it places on family and personal well-being. Serving in the military, especially in high-stakes roles focused on national security and counterterrorism, required long hours, constant readiness, and time away from loved ones. It was an incredible honor, but it came with sacrifice.
That experience taught me resilience, perspective, and the importance of priorities. It also gave me a profound respect for the struggles everyday Americans face, balancing work, service, and family under real pressure. That personal understanding drives me to be a leader who listens, serves with empathy, and always remembers the human side of public policy.I truly believe that people are good (just ask Luke Bryan). There are some who have no business in leadership positions, but most of us are good people trying to do good things for others. As elected representatives, we need to engage in productive debates about how best to serve the American people. We all want to live a happy life with jobs that allow us to support our families and accomplish something meaningful, while enjoying a sense of security without being burdened by unnecessary government controls and obstructions.
Another serious challenge is the erosion of checks and balances. Administrations going back several decades, from both parties, have increasingly relied on executive orders and policy directives to bypass the legislative process. This is not how our system was designed to work. Major policies should go through the Legislative Branch, be debated, voted on, and passed into law, to ensure transparency, accountability, and the consent of the governed.I take this responsibility seriously. Our system of checks and balances only works when each branch fulfills its role, and the House must lead when it comes to fiscal policy. That means ensuring transparency, discipline, and fairness in how revenue is raised and how it aligns with spending.
More importantly, it means knowing our constituents and representing their priorities in Washington. Revenue decisions affect every American, from the price of goods to the strength of our economy. I will work to ensure that tax policy reflects the values, needs, and expectations of the people I serve, not the interests of a distant bureaucracy.
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Campaign finance
Name | Party | Receipts* | Disbursements** | Cash on hand | Date |
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Jim Baird | Republican Party | $68,336 | $143,230 | $139,715 | As of June 30, 2025 |
Drew Cox | Democratic Party | $0 | $0 | $0 | Data not available*** |
Thomas D. Hall Jr. | Democratic Party | $0 | $0 | $0 | Data not available*** |
John Whetstone | Democratic Party | $0 | $0 | $0 | Data not available*** |
Chad Elwartowski | Republican Party | $0 | $0 | $0 | Data not available*** |
Craig Haggard | Republican Party | $49,360 | $26,303 | $83,700 | As of June 30, 2025 |
Anthony Hustedt-Mai | Republican Party | $0 | $0 | $0 | Data not available*** |
Source: Federal Elections Commission, "Campaign finance data," 2026. This product uses the openFEC API but is not endorsed or certified by the Federal Election Commission (FEC).
* According to the FEC, "Receipts are anything of value (money, goods, services or property) received by a political committee." |
General election race ratings
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Ballotpedia provides race ratings from four outlets: The Cook Political Report, Inside Elections, Sabato's Crystal Ball, and DDHQ/The Hill. Each race rating indicates if one party is perceived to have an advantage in the race and, if so, the degree of advantage:
- Safe and Solid ratings indicate that one party has a clear edge and the race is not competitive.
- Likely ratings indicate that one party has a clear edge, but an upset is possible.
- Lean ratings indicate that one party has a small edge, but the race is competitive.[1]
- Toss-up ratings indicate that neither party has an advantage.
Race ratings are informed by a number of factors, including polling, candidate quality, and election result history in the race's district or state.[2][3][4]
Race ratings: Indiana's 4th Congressional District election, 2026 | |||||||||
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The Cook Political Report with Amy Walter | Solid Republican | Solid Republican | Solid Republican | Solid Republican | |||||
Decision Desk HQ and The Hill | Pending | Pending | Pending | Pending | |||||
Inside Elections with Nathan L. Gonzales | Solid Republican | Solid Republican | Solid Republican | Solid Republican | |||||
Larry J. Sabato's Crystal Ball | Safe Republican | Safe Republican | Safe Republican | Safe Republican | |||||
Note: Ballotpedia reviews external race ratings every week throughout the election season and posts weekly updates even if the media outlets have not revised their ratings during that week. |
Ballot access
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District history
The section below details election results for this office in elections dating back to 2020.
2024
See also: Indiana's 4th Congressional District election, 2024
Indiana's 4th Congressional District election, 2024 (May 7 Democratic primary)
Indiana's 4th Congressional District election, 2024 (May 7 Republican primary)
General election
General election for U.S. House Indiana District 4
Incumbent Jim Baird defeated Derrick Holder and Ashley Groff in the general election for U.S. House Indiana District 4 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
✔ | ![]() | Jim Baird (R) | 64.8 | 209,794 |
![]() | Derrick Holder (D) ![]() | 30.9 | 100,091 | |
Ashley Groff (L) | 4.2 | 13,710 |
Total votes: 323,595 | ||||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for U.S. House Indiana District 4
Derrick Holder defeated Rimpi Girn in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Indiana District 4 on May 7, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
✔ | ![]() | Derrick Holder ![]() | 63.5 | 7,709 |
![]() | Rimpi Girn | 36.5 | 4,436 |
Total votes: 12,145 | ||||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for U.S. House Indiana District 4
Incumbent Jim Baird defeated Charles Bookwalter and John Piper in the Republican primary for U.S. House Indiana District 4 on May 7, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
✔ | ![]() | Jim Baird | 64.7 | 48,723 |
Charles Bookwalter | 27.2 | 20,505 | ||
![]() | John Piper | 8.0 | 6,052 |
Total votes: 75,280 | ||||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Craig Haggard (R)
- Christopher John Lucas (R)
- Jerry Jones (R)
- Trent A. Lester (R)
2022
General election
General election for U.S. House Indiana District 4
Incumbent Jim Baird defeated Roger Day in the general election for U.S. House Indiana District 4 on November 8, 2022.
Total votes: 197,698 | ||||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for U.S. House Indiana District 4
Roger Day defeated Howard Pollchik in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Indiana District 4 on May 3, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
✔ | Roger Day | 68.2 | 5,680 | |
Howard Pollchik | 31.8 | 2,648 |
Total votes: 8,328 | ||||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for U.S. House Indiana District 4
Incumbent Jim Baird advanced from the Republican primary for U.S. House Indiana District 4 on May 3, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
✔ | ![]() | Jim Baird | 100.0 | 50,342 |
Total votes: 50,342 | ||||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
2020
General election
General election for U.S. House Indiana District 4
Incumbent Jim Baird defeated Joe Mackey in the general election for U.S. House Indiana District 4 on November 3, 2020.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
✔ | ![]() | Jim Baird (R) | 66.6 | 225,531 |
![]() | Joe Mackey (D) | 33.4 | 112,984 |
Total votes: 338,515 | ||||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for U.S. House Indiana District 4
Joe Mackey defeated Veronikka Ziol, Benjamin Frederick, and Howard Pollchik in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Indiana District 4 on June 2, 2020.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
✔ | ![]() | Joe Mackey | 53.9 | 18,086 |
Veronikka Ziol | 28.7 | 9,630 | ||
Benjamin Frederick | 13.4 | 4,484 | ||
Howard Pollchik | 4.0 | 1,328 |
Total votes: 33,528 | ||||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for U.S. House Indiana District 4
Incumbent Jim Baird advanced from the Republican primary for U.S. House Indiana District 4 on June 2, 2020.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
✔ | ![]() | Jim Baird | 100.0 | 65,806 |
Total votes: 65,806 | ||||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Jeffrey Alberts (R)
District analysis
This section will contain facts and figures related to this district's elections when those are available.
See also
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Footnotes
- ↑ Inside Elections also uses Tilt ratings to indicate an even smaller advantage and greater competitiveness.
- ↑ Amee LaTour, "Email correspondence with Nathan Gonzalez," April 19, 2018
- ↑ Amee LaTour, "Email correspondence with Kyle Kondik," April 19, 2018
- ↑ Amee LaTour, "Email correspondence with Charlie Cook," April 22, 2018