Wyatt Clark

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Wyatt Clark

Democratic Party

Candidate, U.S. House Michigan District 9

Elections and appointments

Next election

August 4, 2026

Education

High school

Florida Unschoolers

Personal

Birthplace

Pontiac, MI

Religion

Christian-Mormon

Profession

Corrections officer

Contact

Campaign website

Campaign Instagram

Wyatt Clark (Democratic Party) is running for election to the U.S. House to represent Michigan's 9th Congressional District. He declared candidacy for the Democratic primary scheduled on August 4, 2026.^[source]

Clark also ran for election to the U.S. House to represent Florida's 5th Congressional District. He will not appear on the ballot for the Democratic primary on August 18, 2026.

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

Biography

Wyatt Clark was born in Pontiac, Michigan. He earned a high school diploma from Florida Unschoolers and attended Daytona State College. His career experience includes working as a corrections officer and in customer service.

Elections

2026

U.S. House Michigan District 9

See also: Michigan's 9th Congressional District election, 2026

General election

The primary will occur on August 4, 2026. The general election will occur on November 3, 2026. Additional general election candidates will be added here following the primary.

General election for U.S. House Michigan District 9

Jasen Cartwright and Fernando Valdez are running in the general election for U.S. House Michigan District 9 on November 3, 2026.

		Candidate
		Jasen Cartwright (Independent)
		Fernando Valdez (Independent)

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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for U.S. House Michigan District 9

Wyatt Clark and Ray Pooley are running in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Michigan District 9 on August 4, 2026.

		Candidate
		Wyatt Clark
	Submit photo	Ray Pooley

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Republican primary election

Republican primary for U.S. House Michigan District 9

Incumbent Lisa McClain and Daltson Atwell are running in the Republican primary for U.S. House Michigan District 9 on August 4, 2026.

		Candidate
		Lisa McClain
		Daltson Atwell

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U.S. House Florida District 5

See also: Florida's 5th Congressional District election, 2026

General election

The primary will occur on August 18, 2026. The general election will occur on November 3, 2026. General election candidates will be added here following the primary.

Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for U.S. House Florida District 5

Rachel Grage, Alexander Hazen, Mark Heggestad, and Eli Johnson are running in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Florida District 5 on August 18, 2026.

		Candidate
		Rachel Grage
		Alexander Hazen
		Mark Heggestad
	Submit photo	Eli Johnson

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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Wyatt Clark (D)

Republican primary election

Republican primary for U.S. House Florida District 5

Incumbent John Rutherford, Mark Kaye, and Donald Muirheid are running in the Republican primary for U.S. House Florida District 5 on August 18, 2026.

		Candidate
		John Rutherford
	Submit photo	Mark Kaye
	Submit photo	Donald Muirheid

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Campaign themes

2026

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Wyatt Clark completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Clark's responses.

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What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Universal Healthcare and the Minimum Wage.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

I look up to my older brother, Eric. He thinks a lot like me, but wiser.

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

Secular Talk with Kyle Kulinski has very similar views to mine.

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

Transparency and Integrity

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

I am a strong leader and a believer in fighting for the people!

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

To work for your constituents and what they need, and not those of big corporations or ideologies.

What legacy would you like to leave?

Personally, I'd like to be a great example for my kids. Otherwise, I could care less about my legacy. Would it be nice to be remembered as someone who speaks for the Average American? Sure, but I'd rather have goals done than worry about a legacy.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

The first historical event I remember was the election of President Obama in 2008. I remember it very well and I was 8 years old. I remember people talking about George W Bush and the Iraq War, but I don't really remember the start of it.

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

Technically my first job wax working at a Food Truck in Louisville, Kentucky, and I only had it for a few months before the owner packed up shop and moved to Michigan. However, my first tax-paying job was at a Tim Hortons in Michigan, and I had it for about 5 years, while I worked other jobs as well.

What is your favorite book? Why?

The Book of Mormon, and I believe it is a true testament of faith.

If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?

Frank Reynolds from It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia would be nice. He has a very simple life.

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

Squabble Up by Kendrick Lamar.

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

Money. I grew up in poverty.

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

It is the only institution who can impeach an individual. It is also a fascinating part of our Government, and I have always respected the Legislative Branch.

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

Yes, and no. Sometimes an outsider can be a great thing, but that depends on where from the outside they are coming from. An Everyday Joe like me is great, but a corrupt businessman who's only out for himself is not.

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

Wealthy influence over our nation and the disempowerment of workers!

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

Yes.

What are your thoughts on term limits?

Term limits are absolutely needed!

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

Bernie Sanders is an inspiring figure to me, so was Robert F Kennedy.

Both sitting representatives and candidates for office hear many personal stories from the residents of their district. Is there a story that you’ve heard that you found particularly touching, memorable, or impactful?

This is my own personal story, when I was 13, my family and I were homeless and living from hotel to hotel. What had happened was, My Mom had impulsively rented a trailer near CR 208 and the Watson Island State Forest. Well apparently we found out after a few months that the women renting it to us no longer had owned it.

During this time, it was hard for us to find shelter as many shelters weren't accepting full families that included a paternal figure. I believe this is an issue that should be fixed.

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

In some ways, yes. It depends on what the issue is.

The Constitution says that all bills for raising revenue must originate in the House. What role would this power play in your priorities if elected?

I would definitely aim to try to create or influence legislation financially that would help the American People.

How should the U.S. House use its investigative powers?

Yes, is that not the point of the Ethics Committee?

What committees interest you?

Ethics and Ways & Means.

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

I believe every politician should be honest with people with who they are prioritizing, and why. I believe Americans deserve better than to be lied to by politicians bought by lobbyists.

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Wyatt Clark campaign contribution history

Year	Office	Status	Contributions	Expenditures
2026*	U.S. House Michigan District 9	Candidacy Declared primary	$0	N/A**
Grand total			$0	N/A**
Sources: OpenSecrets,  Federal Elections Commission ***This product uses the openFEC API but is not endorsed or certified by the Federal Election Commission (FEC).
* Data from this year may not be complete
** Data on expenditures is not available for this election cycle
Note: Totals above reflect only available data.

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Footnotes

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Michigan's current delegation to the United States Congress

Senators

Gary Peters (D)

Elissa Slotkin (D)

Representatives

District 1

Jack Bergman (R)

District 2

John Moolenaar (R)

District 3

Hillary Scholten (D)

District 4

Bill Huizenga (R)

District 5

Tim Walberg (R)

District 6

Debbie Dingell (D)

District 7

Tom Barrett (R)

District 8

Kristen Rivet (D)

District 9

Lisa McClain (R)

District 10

John James (R)

District 11

Haley Stevens (D)

District 12

Rashida Tlaib (D)

District 13

Shri Thanedar (D)

Democratic Party (8)

Republican Party (7)