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Missouri's 5th Congressional District election, 2026
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| Missouri's 5th Congressional District |
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| General election |
| Election details |
| Filing deadline: March 31, 2026 |
| Primary: August 4, 2026 General: November 3, 2026 |
| How to vote |
| Poll times:
6 a.m. to 7 p.m. |
| Race ratings |
DDHQ and The Hill: Pending Inside Elections: Solid Democratic Sabato's Crystal Ball: Safe Democratic |
| Ballotpedia analysis |
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All U.S. House districts, including the 5th Congressional District of Missouri, 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 Missouri District 5
Incumbent Emanuel Cleaver, Hartzell Gray, and Jordan Herrera are running in the general election for U.S. House Missouri District 5 on November 3, 2026.
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 | Emanuel Cleaver (D) | |
 | Hartzell Gray (D) | |
 | Jordan Herrera (D)  | |
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Party: Democratic Party
Incumbent: No
Political Office: None
Submitted Biography: "“Wake Up the Neighbors.” I’m not running for Congress because I always dreamed of holding office. I’m running because I’ve lived the consequences of failed leadership, and I refuse to stand by while others suffer the same. From ages five to twelve, my home was violence and chaos. When the fights got bad, I ran barefoot, through snow and pavement until I found someone to help. Until I could wake up the neighbors. That instinct never left me. I joined the Air Force at 19, served under “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell,” led airmen in crisis, and learned what integrity under pressure really means. After nearly 16 years of service, I became an attorney to continue the fight for others defending veterans, protecting civil rights, and holding power accountable. Now, I’m running for Congress to do what others won’t: act. I’m fighting to lower the cost of living, rebuild the middle class, and restore accountability in government. Because people are hurting and they deserve more than slogans. Asking for the vulnerable and voiceless to wait two or four years is not an answer it's more injustice. This isn’t just a campaign. It’s a call to courage, to service, and to action. Let’s wake the neighbors. And let’s build the future we deserve."
Voting information
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Jordan Herrera (D)
Families deserve relief from rising costs our plan puts working people first by tackling housing affordability with smart zoning reform supporting fair wages protecting labor rights and ensuring price transparency for essentials like medical bills groceries and utilities. I'll hold corporations accountable, close tax loopholes, and rebuild middle class security. Now is the time for practical solutions that make life more affordable for everyone.
Where we need stronger action is in housing affordability and zoning reform, it's in fair wage policies and labor protection, price transparency for groceries and utilities, and tax fairness that doesn't rob the poor and working class.
Threats to Democracy and Political Extremism
As your Congressman I will always defend democracy from extremist threats and political violence. We must safeguard fair elections, protect every citizen's right to vote, and hold anyone accountable who tries to overturn the will of the people. We will strengthen the rule of law again, protect our democratic institutions, and fight disinformation and foreign interference at every turn. Together we must reject fear and division; instead install unity and hope proving that our democracy is stronger than those who seek to destroy it.
As Democrats we must fight for the electoral process, reject violence and intimidation, strengthen protections for our democratic institutions and rule of law.
Reproductive Freedom and Bodily Autonomy
Jordan Herrera (D)
Jordan Herrera (D)
I carry her lessons with me in every fight I take on: never give up, honor where you come from, and believe that no matter how poor you start, you can and will always rise. I'm inspired by leaders like John F Kennedy who dared us to reach the moon before we could even imagine how to get there. I look at FDR and teddy Roosevelt, who proved that hope and grit are stronger than fear. President Obama reminded us that grace encourage still belong in the halls of power. I admire everyday heroes like Mark Lunsford, an ordinary truck driver who turned his grief into Jessica's Law to protect countless children from harm. He shows me that you do not need a fancy title to make real change. I find hope in young leaders like Malala and Greta, who remind us that your age or your gender or your birthplace does not define the power of your voice. I see that same fearless spirit in David Hogg he’s turned his tragedy into a national movement for change. In Congress today, I look at courageous voices like Jasmine Crockett and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez two women who speak plainly, fight fiercely, and never hide who they are.
Each of these people remind me that leadership is not about perfection instead it's about the courage to stand up, speak out, and believe in something bigger than yourself, no matter the cost. This is the example I carry forward in me every day.
Jordan Herrera (D)
I am moved by works like Network where the line “I'm mad as hell and I'm not going to take this anymore,” reminds us that righteous anger can be a force for good if we channel it into purpose. Charlie Chaplin’s the great dictator speech calls us to reject hatred and remember our shared humanity. But leadership demands strategy too. I've studied Clausewitz, Sun Tzu, Mahan, and Mitchell because real change is never just passion, it's planning patience and knowing when to act. I find hope in the words of poets like Amanda Gorman, whose verses remind us that even when our nation feels fractured, there is always light if we are brave enough to see it and brave enough to be it. I admire historians like Doris Kearns Goodwin, John Meacham, Ron Chernow, and David McCullough who teach us that our greatest leaders are never perfect instead they are simply willing to stand up again and again or something greater than themselves.
My philosophy is simple be willing to learn: Be ready to fight. Never forget where you come from. And always believe that our best days are ahead if we stand together, shoulder to shoulder, as one people determined to leave behind something greater than what we found.
Jordan Herrera (D)
For me, accountability means standing up when it would be easier to stay quiet period it means telling the truth even when the truth makes people uncomfortable. It means looking a billionaire in the eye and saying your tax breaks come second to a child's meal. It means looking at a corrupt judge in the eye and saying you're not above the law. It means protecting our veteran's benefits, our unions, our public schools, and the civil liberties of every American no matter who they are or where they come from.
I believe accountability also demands moral courage. That is something too many elected officials have forgotten. They think courage is only about power and winning the next election. I believe courage is standing up for people who have no lobbyists and no PAC money. It is speaking for the people who are invisible to the system like veterans left homeless, survivors of violence, families crushed by medical debt, and workers who build our economy while billionaires rig it against them. When you choose to serve the people you do not get to pick and choose who deserves your protection. You do not get to serve the wealthy few and leave the rest behind. You stand up for all of us or you do not deserve the honor of representing any of us at all. That is what accountability means to me and that is the promise I carry into every room, every vote, every decision, and every single day.
Jordan Herrera (D)
In our district, we know what hardship looks like. We know what it feels like to work 2 jobs and still fall behind on rent. We know the pain of seeing veterans turned away from the care they earned, families crushed by medical bills, and young people who fear they will never own a home or pay off their loans. We know what it means to be overlooked by people in power. My responsibility is to make sure we are never overlooked again, and not just for an election season but every single day. It means walking into rooms where people feel unseen and saying I see you. And you matter. It means holding town halls and neighborhoods that have been left behind and asking what can we do better? I believe our representative must build coalitions that lift up unions, protect working families, defend reproductive freedom and honor the dignity of every person no matter who they are. It means protecting the rule of law so no one is above it and no one has forgotten beneath it.
Most of all it means reminding every person here that hope is not naive; it's necessary. Hope is what carried us through our hardest days and hope is what will carry us forward. My responsibility is to protect that hope and turn it into action that changes lives, rebuilds trust, and unites us for generations to come.
Jordan Herrera (D)
Years later, when I joined the United states military and served under don't ask, don't tell as an openly gay man, those same lessons helped me survive in an environment that demanded silence about who I was. I learned how to build trust, find common ground, and let people see my humanity even when I couldn't share my whole truth or who I loved.
That first job reminded me that dignity is never about the work itself it is about how we treat people while doing it it's about my belief that no one is beneath respect and everyone's story deserves to be heard. I carry that same lesson with me today if you want to serve people well, you have to know them, see them, and meet them where they are. Without judgment. Sometimes the best preparation for leadership doesn't come from a title or a degree instead it comes from getting on your feet for 10 hours, earning each tip, and never forgetting what it feels like to rely on the kindness of strangers.
Jordan Herrera (D)
Unlike any other institution, the House reflects the full diversity of our nation every background, every walk of life, every region, every struggle and every dream. It is where small towns, big cities, rural communities, and forgotten places all have a voice and a vote. That is a sacred responsibility that no member should ever take for granted. What also makes the House unique is its power of the purse. No spending happens without the consent of the people’s representatives. That is a check on the abuse of power and a promise that taxpayer dollars must serve the public good not private greed. The House is where bold ideas can be debated, tested, and refined. It is where new leaders emerge. It is where the fight for civil rights, workers’ rights, veterans’ care, and social security all began. It is where everyday Americans can walk in, look their representative in the eye, and say: you work for me.
The House is unique because it is not meant to be ruled by dynasties or the powerful few. It is meant to be a living reflection of who we are and what we can become when we stand together. If we remember that, if we honor that promise, the House will always be the place where hope can turn into action, and where the American people can see themselves not as spectators of history but as its authors.
Jordan Herrera (D)
A representative should understand how to navigate the system, write good laws, and get things done but no amount of insider knowledge can replace the wisdom that comes from living like the people you serve. Too often, career politicians learn how to survive in the halls of power but forget how to stand up to that power when it harms working families, veterans, and the vulnerable. I believe some of the best leaders come from outside the comfortable walls of government they come from classrooms and union halls, farms and factory floors, courtrooms and combat zones. They bring the grit, honesty, and common sense that professional politics sometimes forgets. What matters most is character and courage. Are you willing to speak hard truths? Are you ready to fight for people who have no voice? Do you know who you work for and why you serve?
If you come to Congress with a heart for people, a mind for the law, and a spine that does not bend to money or fear, then you are prepared, whether you spent years in office or you spent years in the trenches of real life. In the end, public service is not about perfect résumés. It is about imperfect people willing to do the arduous work of making this country live up to its promise every single day.
Jordan Herrera (D)
We must confront the deep inequality that has hollowed out the middle class and left too many families fighting just to stay afloat while billionaires bend the rules. We must tackle the cost-of-living crisis, the housing crisis, and the healthcare crisis with real solutions, not band-aids. Another challenge is defending our democracy against those who would weaken it for their own gain. We cannot look away from rising authoritarianism, disinformation, and the erosion of rights we once took for granted. Protecting voting rights, fair courts, and the rule of law will be a fight we must choose every single day. I also believe our next decade will test our moral courage on the climate crisis. We have no time left for half-measures or empty promises. We must invest in clean energy, protect our water and land, and honor the sovereignty and wisdom of Indigenous communities whose voices have too long been silenced. Finally, we must care for those who carried this nation on their backs our veterans, our workers, our teachers, our first responders the people who kept the lights on through our darkest days. They deserve more than thank-yous. They deserve action.
Our greatest challenge is to remember we belong to each other. If we can rise above fear and division, if we can lift up the vulnerable and speak for the voiceless, there is no problem we cannot solve. The next ten years must be about building something stronger, fairer, and more honest than what we were handed together.
Jordan Herrera (D)
But I also believe the constant cycle of campaigning can distract from the work we were sent to do. Too often, it pushes representatives to think in two-year timelines instead of ten or twenty. It makes big, bold solutions harder when so many worry more about the next election than the next generation. I believe there is room for honest debate about whether a slightly longer term, maybe four years, would give members the breathing room to govern more responsibly while still preserving accountability. But any change must protect the House’s spirit as the closest link to the people. If we keep the two-year term, then we have a duty to use every single day wisely. We cannot spend our days chasing special interest dollars and playing it safe. We must listen, we must act, and we must be ready to earn the people’s trust all over again, every time they hold us to it.
At the end of the day, whether it is two years or four, it is a privilege to serve, never a guarantee. That’s how a true democracy should work. The power always belongs to the people, and we should never forget it.
Jordan Herrera (D)
This is not about punishing good leaders. It's about protecting our Republic from complacency and corruption our founders did not imagine career politicians shielding themselves from consequences of broken promises. They imagined a government that reflects people and renews itself with every generation. If we want accountability, we must demand it. If we want courage, we must clear out the Deadwood so new voices can rise. I believe term limits are one of the clearest ways we can restore trust in our democracy and remind every elected official that power is borrowed and must be earned.
Our best days come when we stand up for bold common-sense reforms like this together, as one people, determined to hand our children a government worthy of them.
Jordan Herrera (D)
I see leaders like Rep. Jasmine Crockett and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez who stand firm in the face of cynicism, refusing to apologize for fighting for the working poor, the overlooked, and the unheard. I admire Rep. Ro Khanna’s vision for a fairer economy that lifts up every American worker instead of bowing to billionaires. I respect how Rep. Nancy Pelosi never backed down from protecting democracy in its darkest hours.
But at the end of the day, I believe every generation must find its own voice. I don't want to be anyone else, I want to carry the best of what these leaders taught us and add my own truth to it. I want to be the leader who tells the hard truths, stands up for the voiceless, and refuses to let the powerful decide who deserves a place at the table. We do not need perfect heroes. We need real people with the courage to fight like hell for what is right, and the legacy I intend to live every single day I have the privilege to serve.
Jordan Herrera (D)
His story broke my heart because it reveals a truth too many ignore: our cities and our systems fail people who need us most. There are not enough sidewalks for a disabled neighbor to get down the street safely. There are not enough leaders willing to listen, really listen, to what dignity means when you live with a body that will not always cooperate. I live with disabilities too, scars from military service, injuries and the invisible weight of PTSD, but his courage reminded me there is always more to learn, more to fight for, more voices to lift up. Stories like his remind me why I stand up every day and put my heart on the line.
Because when you truly listen, you remember this: the best advocate knows their people's pain. And the best representative never forgets who they are fighting for. That is how we change policy, one story at a time, one neighbor at a time, until no one is left behind.
Jordan Herrera (D)
Real compromise should not mean working people give up fair wages so billionaires can keep tax loopholes. It should not mean veterans see their benefits gutted so big contractors get blank checks. It should not mean civil rights or bodily autonomy are bargained away behind closed doors. I believe in the kind of compromise that comes from honest debate, mutual respect, and the courage to listen not the kind forced by backroom deals or corporate lobbyists. We have to remember that our democracy was built to be a conversation, not a dictatorship of the loudest or wealthiest. When compromise lifts up our communities, breaks gridlock, and protects the voiceless, then it is not only necessary but an obligation. When it demands we abandon what is just and right, then it is a line I will not cross.
My promise is that I will always reach across the aisle for the common good, but I will never trade away the dignity of the people who trusted me to fight for them. We can find common ground without losing our moral ground. That is how we build trust, pass real solutions, and prove to the people we serve that politics can still work and that hope is never naïve when it is tied to courage.
Jordan Herrera (D)
Right now, the 400 richest families in America pay a lower effective tax rate than the poorest people trying to keep the lights on. Some of our largest corporations pay 0 tax while every day Americans watch their paychecks shrink and their basic services get cut to the bone. That is not freedom, that is a rigged system that drains the life out of the American dream. I believe every dollar should be reinvested where it builds real prosperity. For every dollar we put into early childhood education we get 4 back. The same is true when we tackle food insecurity, affordable housing, and rebuilding the backbone of this nation, our working people. Meanwhile we spend over $1 trillion a year on the Department of Defense, yet many military families still rely on food banks to survive. One out of every 4 military families survives on SNAP benefits and WIC. That is not fiscal responsibility instead it's a moral failure. Tariffs and hidden taxes hit the poor and the working class the hardest while billionaires get tax breaks worth hundreds of millions. We cannot keep pretending that debt will pay for itself while we let the wealthiest and most powerful write themselves out of the bill.
If we are serious about our future, we must fund it honestly. We must be a nation that builds and not just bombs. We must be willing to look our people in the eye and say: you will not carry this burden alone. That is my promise and that is what the power of the purse must always stand for.
Jordan Herrera (D)
When credible allegations surface whether it's a justice accepting millions and undisclosed gifts, a lobbyist gaining influence through a judge's spouse, or elected officials lying to the people who trusted them, the house must have the courage to ask the hard questions and follow the facts wherever they may lead. We cannot protect democracy with blinders on. And we cannot do it by turning a blind eye to our own party or branch of government. There must be a clear, fair, and transparent process to investigate potential wrongdoing, whether that means looking into a Supreme Court justices undisclosed luxury trips, gets, or influence peddling, or holding members like George Santos or Matt Gaetz accountable for actions that betray the public trust. When leaders exploit their position for personal gain or cover up the truth they are stealing power from the people they serve. The houses investigative powers are a vital check on corruption in all three branches of government. We cannot claim to stand for the rule of law and then turn away when the powerful break it. I believe in accountability, even when it is uncomfortable because real justice is never about protecting the few, it is about protecting the people, the vulnerable and the voiceless.
This is not about political vengeance. It's about trust. It's about reminding Americans that the government works for them and that when it fails the test, the truth will come out. That legislation is for those without voice, not for those with opportunity and choice. That is the promise I will always stand for.
Jordan Herrera (D)
The House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs is personal for me. As a veteran, I know what it feels like to come home to a system that makes empty promises while stripping away critical care and benefits. Our service members and their families deserve fierce oversight and real accountability. I am also drawn to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability because corruption, waste, and dark money poison our democracy from within. If we want to restore trust, we must hold those in power, in government and in the private sector, to the same standard we hold working families. The Committee on Energy and Commerce is another place where I know I can make an impact. It is where we can tackle rising healthcare costs, fight for prescription drug pricing reform, and ensure that rural and underserved communities get the access they need. This is also where we meet the climate crisis head-on, invest in clean energy, and honor our commitment to future generations. Finally, I would be honored to contribute to the Committee on Housing and Financial Services, because the American Dream depends on having a safe, affordable place to live. We must stand up to hedge funds and predatory lenders who see homes as assets instead of shelter.
Wherever I serve, my mission is the same: to make the government work for the people; the working, the wounded, the voiceless and to remind every person in this district that they have someone fighting for them, every single day.
Jordan Herrera (D)
I believe every taxpayer dollar must be treated with respect. People should know exactly how their money is spent, who benefits, and who is held responsible when it's wasted or abused. There should be no secret deals, no backroom handshakes, and no corporate loopholes that leave working families paying the price while billionaires and special interests walk away wealthier. I support strict disclosure laws for campaign contributions and lobbying so that the public knows who is trying to influence their government. I believe in shining a bright light on conflicts of interest, shady contracts, and hidden donors. I will always push to get dark money out of politics because democracy should belong to the people not the highest bidder.
Real leadership means standing up for the truth, protecting whistleblowers, and defending the rule of law. I've spent my life fighting for those who had no one else to stand for them and I will do the same every single day I hold public office. When people know their government is honest fair and transparent they believe in it again. They invest in it. They defend it. That is how we restore faith in our democracy and build a system that works for everyone not just the wealthy few.
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Campaign finance
| Name | Party | Receipts* | Disbursements** | Cash on hand | Date |
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| Emanuel Cleaver | Democratic Party | $279,283 | $351,850 | $817,060 | As of June 30, 2025 |
| Hartzell Gray | Democratic Party | $0 | $0 | $0 | Data not available*** |
| Jordan Herrera | Democratic Party | $5,600 | $0 | $5,600 | As of June 30, 2025 |
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General election race ratings
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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]
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| Decision Desk HQ and The Hill | Pending | Pending | Pending | Pending | |||||
| Inside Elections with Nathan L. Gonzales | Solid Democratic | Solid Democratic | Solid Democratic | Solid Democratic | |||||
| Larry J. Sabato's Crystal Ball | Safe Democratic | Safe Democratic | Safe Democratic | Safe Democratic | |||||
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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: Missouri's 5th Congressional District election, 2024
Missouri's 5th Congressional District election, 2024 (August 6 Democratic primary)
Missouri's 5th Congressional District election, 2024 (August 6 Republican primary)
General election
General election for U.S. House Missouri District 5
Incumbent Emanuel Cleaver defeated Sean Smith, Bill Wayne, and Michael Day in the general election for U.S. House Missouri District 5 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Emanuel Cleaver (D) | 60.2 | 199,900 |
 | Sean Smith (R) | 36.4 | 120,957 | |
 | Bill Wayne (L) | 2.0 | 6,658 | |
 | Michael Day (G) | 1.3 | 4,414 | |
| Total votes: 331,929 | |||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- John Bowman (Independent)
Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for U.S. House Missouri District 5
Incumbent Emanuel Cleaver advanced from the Democratic primary for U.S. House Missouri District 5 on August 6, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Emanuel Cleaver | 100.0 | 65,248 |
| Total votes: 65,248 | |||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for U.S. House Missouri District 5
Sean Smith advanced from the Republican primary for U.S. House Missouri District 5 on August 6, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Sean Smith | 100.0 | 32,574 |
| Total votes: 32,574 | |||
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Libertarian primary election
Libertarian primary for U.S. House Missouri District 5
Bill Wayne advanced from the Libertarian primary for U.S. House Missouri District 5 on August 6, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Bill Wayne | 100.0 | 340 |
| Total votes: 340 | |||
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2022
General election
General election for U.S. House Missouri District 5
Incumbent Emanuel Cleaver defeated Jacob Turk and Robin Dominick in the general election for U.S. House Missouri District 5 on November 8, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Emanuel Cleaver (D) | 61.0 | 140,688 |
 | Jacob Turk (R) | 36.4 | 84,008 | |
 | Robin Dominick (L) | 2.5 | 5,859 | |
| Total votes: 230,555 | |||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for U.S. House Missouri District 5
Incumbent Emanuel Cleaver defeated Maite Salazar in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Missouri District 5 on August 2, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Emanuel Cleaver | 85.6 | 60,399 |
| Maite Salazar | 14.4 | 10,147 | ||
| Total votes: 70,546 | |||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for U.S. House Missouri District 5
Jacob Turk defeated Jerry Barham and Herschel L. Young in the Republican primary for U.S. House Missouri District 5 on August 2, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Jacob Turk | 51.8 | 20,475 |
 | Jerry Barham | 33.5 | 13,246 | |
 | Herschel L. Young | 14.7 | 5,833 | |
| Total votes: 39,554 | |||
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Libertarian primary election
Libertarian primary for U.S. House Missouri District 5
Robin Dominick advanced from the Libertarian primary for U.S. House Missouri District 5 on August 2, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Robin Dominick | 100.0 | 589 |
| Total votes: 589 | |||
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2020
General election
General election for U.S. House Missouri District 5
Incumbent Emanuel Cleaver defeated Ryan Derks, Robin Dominick, Antwain Winters, and Billy Ballard in the general election for U.S. House Missouri District 5 on November 3, 2020.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Emanuel Cleaver (D) | 58.8 | 207,180 |
 | Ryan Derks (R) | 38.6 | 135,934 | |
| Robin Dominick (L) | 2.6 | 9,272 | |
 | Antwain Winters (G) (Write-in) | 0.0 | 41 | |
| Billy Ballard (Independent) (Write-in) | 0.0 | 1 | ||
| Total votes: 352,428 | |||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for U.S. House Missouri District 5
Incumbent Emanuel Cleaver defeated Maite Salazar in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Missouri District 5 on August 4, 2020.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Emanuel Cleaver | 85.3 | 75,040 |
| Maite Salazar | 14.7 | 12,923 | ||
| Total votes: 87,963 | |||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for U.S. House Missouri District 5
The following candidates ran in the Republican primary for U.S. House Missouri District 5 on August 4, 2020.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Ryan Derks | 34.0 | 13,832 |
| Jerry Barham | 31.7 | 12,880 | |
 | Clay Chastain | 18.5 | 7,519 | |
 | Weldon Woodward | 5.9 | 2,381 | |
 | R. H. Hess | 5.4 | 2,207 | |
| Richonda Oaks | 4.6 | 1,872 | ||
| Total votes: 40,691 | |||
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Libertarian primary election
Libertarian primary for U.S. House Missouri District 5
Robin Dominick advanced from the Libertarian primary for U.S. House Missouri District 5 on August 4, 2020.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Robin Dominick | 100.0 | 542 |
| Total votes: 542 | |||
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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
