2026 Elections · Illinois

Illinois's 5th Congressional District Candidates 2026

See every declared 2026 U.S. House candidate running in this Illinois congressional district, with FEC campaign finance and where they stand on the issues.

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Who is running in Illinois's 5th Congressional District in 2026?

Mike Quigley (Democratic) and Tom Hanson (Republican).

Where they stand

Sources under every entry. Sentences are AI-written from the linked source.

Where they differ: Mike Quigley supports the Affordable Care Act and robust biomedical research funding while voting yea on rural care improvement and the EARLY Act reauthorization but nay on lowering health care premiums and Do No Harm in Medicaid 123. He advocates for comprehensive immigration reform with border security and a pathway to citizenship, voting nay on multiple immigration enforcement bills but yea on a national emergency resolution related to immigration 56. Tom Hanson supports stopping insurance cost increases and lowering premiums by creating more competition in the insurance market 4. He supports robust lawful immigration, opposes illegal immigration, and advocates securing the border and legislation to protect communities 7.
AI-written comparison of the sourced entries below. Generated Oct 17, 2026.

Where the candidates stand, by issue
IssueMike QuigleyDemocraticTom HansonRepublican
Economy & Jobs

Quigley supports reinventing government to foster a healthy economy and advocates for infrastructure spending to create good paying jobs.

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Quigley supports policies that expand the middle class, tackle income inequality, and promote economic growth to ensure all Americans have a fair shot and businesses can thrive.

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Quigley votes yea on acts supporting technology use, capital access, TRIA reauthorization, child-related financial protections, and financial exploitation prevention, but nay on privacy in purchases.

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Hanson supports reducing federal spending, using the Tenth Amendment to limit federal powers, and promoting smart, sustainable growth to improve the economy and reduce inflation.

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Healthcare

Quigley supports the Affordable Care Act and is committed to ensuring every American has access to quality healthcare.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 12, 2026AI-written

Quigley supports the Affordable Care Act, robust biomedical research funding, and protecting Medicare for seniors to improve overall health care.

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Quigley votes yea on rural care improvement, EARLY Act reauthorization, and SUPPORT for Patients, but nay on Do No Harm in Medicaid and lowering health care premiums.

Official recordSource ↗Verified Oct 17, 2026AI-written

Hanson supports stopping insurance cost increases, lowering premiums, and creating more competition in the insurance market.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 17, 2026AI-written

Where they differ on Healthcare: Mike Quigley supports the Affordable Care Act and is committed to ensuring every American has access to quality healthcare 1. He also supports robust biomedical research funding and protecting Medicare for seniors to improve overall health care 2. Quigley voted yea on rural care improvement, EARLY Act reauthorization, and SUPPORT for Patients, but nay on Do No Harm in Medicaid and lowering health care premiums 3. Tom Hanson supports stopping insurance cost increases, lowering premiums, and creating more competition in the insurance market 4.
Immigration

Quigley advocates for comprehensive immigration reform that secures borders and provides a pathway to citizenship for undocumented immigrants.

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Quigley votes nay on multiple immigration enforcement and security bills, but yea on a national emergency resolution related to immigration.

Official recordSource ↗Verified Oct 17, 2026AI-written

Hanson supports robust lawful immigration but opposes illegal immigration, advocating for securing the border and legislation to protect communities.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 17, 2026AI-written

Where they differ on Immigration: Mike Quigley advocates for comprehensive immigration reform that secures borders and provides a pathway to citizenship for undocumented immigrants 1. He votes nay on multiple immigration enforcement and security bills, but yea on a national emergency resolution related to immigration 2. Tom Hanson supports robust lawful immigration but opposes illegal immigration, advocating for securing the border and legislation to protect communities 3.
Public Safety & Crime

Quigley supports commonsense gun law reforms to make communities safer.

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Quigley opposes deputizing local police for federal immigration enforcement and supports gun violence prevention to address the epidemic.

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Quigley votes yea on acts enhancing guard, prison staff safety, and cashless bail reporting, but nay on privacy in purchases, veterans 2nd amendment protection, and keeping violent offenders off streets.

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Hanson supports prosecuting violent criminals fully, opposing early release and reduced bail, and fully funding law enforcement and first responders.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 17, 2026AI-written

Where they differ on Public Safety & Crime: Mike Quigley supports commonsense gun law reforms to make communities safer and opposes deputizing local police for federal immigration enforcement while supporting gun violence prevention efforts 12. He voted yea on acts enhancing guard and prison staff safety and cashless bail reporting, but voted nay on privacy in purchases, veterans' 2nd amendment protection, and keeping violent offenders off the streets 3. Tom Hanson supports prosecuting violent criminals fully, opposing early release and reduced bail, and fully funding law enforcement and first responders 4.
Abortion

Quigley supports a woman’s right to choose.

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Quigley supports abortion as health care and views bodily autonomy as a civil rights issue, opposing the overturning of Roe v. Wade.

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Hanson is pro-life and believes every person deserves the opportunity to pursue life, liberty, and happiness.

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Where they differ on Abortion: Mike Quigley supports a woman’s right to choose and views abortion as health care, emphasizing bodily autonomy as a civil rights issue while opposing the overturning of Roe v. Wade 12. Tom Hanson is pro-life and believes every person deserves the opportunity to pursue life, liberty, and happiness 3.
Taxes & Government Spending

Quigley supports eliminating job-killing taxes on small businesses and advocates for government reform to reduce waste and corruption.

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Quigley works to ensure federal funds are allocated effectively and responsibly, opposing runaway defense spending and promoting fiscal responsibility.

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Quigley votes yea on tax relief for fraud victims and AGOA Extension Act, but nay on budget resolutions and multiple appropriations acts.

Official recordSource ↗Verified Oct 17, 2026AI-written

Hanson supports replacing individual income taxes with corporate taxes, implementing sensible tariffs and a Fair Tax, and opposes taxes on food, gasoline, and cell phones.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 17, 2026AI-written

Where they differ on Taxes & Government Spending: Mike Quigley supports eliminating taxes on small businesses and advocates for government reform to reduce waste and corruption 1. He works to ensure federal funds are allocated responsibly, opposing excessive defense spending and promoting fiscal responsibility 2. Quigley voted in favor of tax relief for fraud victims and the AGOA Extension Act but against budget resolutions and several appropriations acts 3. Tom Hanson supports replacing individual income taxes with corporate taxes, implementing tariffs and a Fair Tax, and opposes taxes on food, gasoline, and cell phones 4.
Energy & Environment

Quigley pushes for strong environmental policies to protect natural resources and address climate change.

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Quigley prioritizes combating climate change through legislation supporting clean energy, environmental protection, and reducing carbon emissions.

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Quigley votes yea on diesel emissions reduction, marine conservation, battlefield protection, and fuel retailer choice acts, but nay on EPA rule disapproval and HEATS Act.

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Foreign Policy & Defense

Quigley advocates for a diplomacy-first foreign policy and a modern military focused on defending the nation and strategic leadership abroad.

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Quigley votes yea on resolutions directing removal of US forces from Iran and Lebanon, and on Ukraine Support Act, but nay on National Defense Authorization Act for FY 2027.

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Hanson emphasizes securing the border to defend against foreign and domestic enemies but does not elaborate on broader foreign policy or defense.

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Where they differ on Foreign Policy & Defense: Mike Quigley advocates for a diplomacy-first foreign policy and a modern military focused on defending the nation and strategic leadership abroad 1. He voted yea on resolutions directing removal of US forces from Iran and Lebanon, and on the Ukraine Support Act, but voted nay on the National Defense Authorization Act for FY 2027 2. Tom Hanson emphasizes securing the border to defend against foreign and domestic enemies but does not elaborate on broader foreign policy or defense 3.

Common questions

When is the election?

The general election is on November 3, 2026.

How do the candidates differ on Healthcare?

Mike Quigley supports the Affordable Care Act and is committed to ensuring every American has access to quality healthcare. He also supports robust biomedical research funding and protecting Medicare for seniors to improve overall health care. Quigley voted yea on rural care improvement, EARLY Act reauthorization, and SUPPORT for Patients, but nay on Do No Harm in Medicaid and lowering health care premiums. Tom Hanson supports stopping insurance cost increases, lowering premiums, and creating more competition in the insurance market.

How do the candidates differ on Immigration?

Mike Quigley advocates for comprehensive immigration reform that secures borders and provides a pathway to citizenship for undocumented immigrants. He votes nay on multiple immigration enforcement and security bills, but yea on a national emergency resolution related to immigration. Tom Hanson supports robust lawful immigration but opposes illegal immigration, advocating for securing the border and legislation to protect communities.

How do the candidates differ on Public Safety & Crime?

Mike Quigley supports commonsense gun law reforms to make communities safer and opposes deputizing local police for federal immigration enforcement while supporting gun violence prevention efforts. He voted yea on acts enhancing guard and prison staff safety and cashless bail reporting, but voted nay on privacy in purchases, veterans' 2nd amendment protection, and keeping violent offenders off the streets. Tom Hanson supports prosecuting violent criminals fully, opposing early release and reduced bail, and fully funding law enforcement and first responders.

How do the candidates differ on Abortion?

Mike Quigley supports a woman’s right to choose and views abortion as health care, emphasizing bodily autonomy as a civil rights issue while opposing the overturning of Roe v. Wade. Tom Hanson is pro-life and believes every person deserves the opportunity to pursue life, liberty, and happiness.

How do the candidates differ on Taxes & Government Spending?

Mike Quigley supports eliminating taxes on small businesses and advocates for government reform to reduce waste and corruption. He works to ensure federal funds are allocated responsibly, opposing excessive defense spending and promoting fiscal responsibility. Quigley voted in favor of tax relief for fraud victims and the AGOA Extension Act but against budget resolutions and several appropriations acts. Tom Hanson supports replacing individual income taxes with corporate taxes, implementing tariffs and a Fair Tax, and opposes taxes on food, gasoline, and cell phones.

How do the candidates differ on Foreign Policy & Defense?

Mike Quigley advocates for a diplomacy-first foreign policy and a modern military focused on defending the nation and strategic leadership abroad. He voted yea on resolutions directing removal of US forces from Iran and Lebanon, and on the Ukraine Support Act, but voted nay on the National Defense Authorization Act for FY 2027. Tom Hanson emphasizes securing the border to defend against foreign and domestic enemies but does not elaborate on broader foreign policy or defense.