Latonya Reeves
Latonya Reeves (Democratic Party) is running for election to the U.S. House to represent Minnesota's 5th Congressional District. She declared candidacy for the 2026 election.[source]
Reeves completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
Latonya Reeves was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota. She earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities in 2001. Her career experience includes working as a probation officer and union president.[1]
Elections
2026
See also: Minnesota's 5th Congressional District election, 2026
General election
The general election will occur on November 3, 2026.
General election for U.S. House Minnesota District 5
Incumbent Ilhan Omar (D), Latonya Reeves (D), Dalia al-Aqidi (R), and John Nagel (R) are running in the general election for U.S. House Minnesota District 5 on November 3, 2026.
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 | Ilhan Omar (D) | |
 | Latonya Reeves (D)  | |
 | Dalia al-Aqidi (R) | |
| John Nagel (R) | ||
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Campaign themes
2026
Ballotpedia survey responses
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Latonya Reeves completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Reeves' responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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Latonya has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and Sociology of Law, Criminology and Deviance from the University of Minnesota, a Master of Science degree in Public Service Leadership in Criminal Justice and is working to obtain her PhD in criminal justice. She enjoys working on policy that is impactful in community. She is a 2023-2024 Hubert H. Humphrey Policy Fellow and serves as a member of the Democratic National Committee (DNC) where she the pleasure of working with candidates and members from across the country who uphold democratic values that support communities.
Latonya was the recipient of the Rick Scott Political Activism Award in 2019 from the MN AFL-CIO/AFSMCE Council 5 and serves as Chair of the Minneapolis Community Commission on Police Oversight. She is passionate about legislative work to implement change in her community and building on the practices of racial disparity reduction and best practices in criminal justice.- As a lifelong advocate for justice, equity, and opportunity, I am stepping forward to serve our community with the leadership, accountability, and integrity we deserve. Whether it's access to quality education, affordable healthcare, economic opportunities, or public safety, the community deserves a representative who listens, acts, and delivers real results to protect the Democratic platform—not personal agendas that do not serve our community.
- I believe in a democracy that works for everyone-not just the wealthy and well-connected. That means protecting voting rights, expanding access to the ballot box and fighting for transparency and accountability at every level of government. It means standing up for working families, advocating for fair wages, healthcare, education, and ensuring that every voice is heard and respected. I'm committed to building a government that reflects the people it serves, through grassroots organizing, bold policy, and unwavering democratic leadership. True democracy means every voice counts--especially those that have been silenced or ignored too long.
- I'm committed to breaking down the barriers that prevent marginalized communities from fully participating in our political system. We cannot continue to ask for their votes without hearing what affects them. We must bring people in and work together to address community issues. I am dedicated to the process and want to be a candidate for all, not just a few. Personal agendas have no place in public service. We elect people to serve for us, not for themselves. I am committed to being the change that we need in Minnesota. I was born and raised in Minnesota and have seem too many times the challenges that are associated with not listening to community.
Ensuring Access to Affordable Housing & Home Ownership Opportunities
Expanding Affordable Health Care Access
Pushing Back Rollbacks to Women’s Rights & Reproductive Freedom
Prioritizing Public Safety & Justice
Tackling Gun Violence
Pursuing Accountability for Fraud & Corruption
Strengthening National Security and Re-Committing to Democracy
Creating Pathways to Legal Immigration and Protecting Immigrants
Protecting Civil Rights and Equal Opportunity
Advancing LGBTQ+ Equality and Transgender Rights
Acting to Halt Climate Change and Protecting the Environment
Ensuring Quality Educational Opportunities for Our Children
Supporting Veterans & Military Families
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Campaign finance summary
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See also
2026 Elections
External links
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Footnotes
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on November 30, 2025
