2026 Elections · Oklahoma

Oklahoma's 5th Congressional District Candidates 2026

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

Source:FECUpdated Oct 19, 2026Report a correction

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

Stephanie Bice (Republican), Jena Nelson (Democratic), Robert Henri (Independent) and Austin Nieves (Independent).

  • Stephanie BiceRepublicanIncumbent✓ Verified
    $2.4M raised
    • Official FEC
    • Positions sourced
    See Stephanie Bice's sponsored bills →
  • Jena NelsonDemocratic✓ Verified
    $739K raised
    • Official FEC
    • Positions sourced
  • Robert HenriIndependent✓ Verified
    $6K raised
    • Official FEC
    • Positions sourced
  • Austin NievesIndependent✓ Verified

Where they stand

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

Where they differ: Stephanie Bice supports cutting unnecessary regulations and creating new opportunities for agriculture to grow Oklahoma’s economy, and she votes yea on bills supporting financial regulation and disaster insurance programs 12. Jena Nelson supports cracking down on corporate greed with stronger antitrust enforcement and windfall profit taxes, and she opposes Trump’s tax bill for increasing the deficit and cutting veterans’ programs 314. Robert Henri supports banning congressional stock trading to prevent insider trading and conflicts of interest, and he advocates restoring independent enforcement powers to investigate government wrongdoing 410.
AI-written comparison of the sourced entries below. Generated Oct 19, 2026.

Where the candidates stand, by issue
IssueStephanie BiceRepublicanJena NelsonDemocraticRobert HenriIndependentAustin NievesIndependent
Economy & Jobs

Bice supports cutting unnecessary regulations and creating new opportunities for agriculture to grow Oklahoma’s economy.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 19, 2026AI-written

Bice votes yea on multiple bills supporting financial regulation, capital access, privacy in purchases, and disaster insurance programs.

Official recordSource ↗Verified Oct 15, 2026AI-written

Nelson supports cracking down on corporate greed with stronger antitrust enforcement, windfall profit taxes, and penalties for price manipulation to help working families.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 18, 2026AI-written

Henri supports banning congressional stock trading to prevent insider trading and conflicts of interest among lawmakers.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 19, 2026AI-written

No public position found.

Where they differ on Economy & Jobs: Stephanie Bice supports cutting unnecessary regulations and creating new opportunities for agriculture to grow Oklahoma’s economy 1. She voted yea on multiple bills supporting financial regulation, capital access, privacy in purchases, and disaster insurance programs 2. Jena Nelson supports cracking down on corporate greed with stronger antitrust enforcement, windfall profit taxes, and penalties for price manipulation to help working families 3. Robert Henri supports banning congressional stock trading to prevent insider trading and conflicts of interest among lawmakers 4.
Healthcare

Bice votes yea on acts reauthorizing rural care, Medicaid protections, lowering premiums, and supporting patients and communities.

Official recordSource ↗Verified Oct 15, 2026AI-written

Nelson supports protecting and strengthening Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid, including negotiating lower drug prices and expanding preventive care.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 18, 2026AI-written

No public position found. Check their site ↗

No public position found.

Where they differ on Healthcare: Stephanie Bice votes yea on acts reauthorizing rural care, Medicaid protections, lowering premiums, and supporting patients and communities 1. Jena Nelson supports protecting and strengthening Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid, including negotiating lower drug prices and expanding preventive care 2.
Immigration

Bice supports common-sense immigration reforms and stronger enforcement to protect national security and uphold the rule of law.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 19, 2026AI-written

Bice votes yea on multiple immigration enforcement and security bills, including support for DHS and opposing a national emergency resolution.

Official recordSource ↗Verified Oct 15, 2026AI-written

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No public position found.

Public Safety & Crime

Bice supports stronger enforcement at the border to protect national security and uphold the rule of law.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 19, 2026AI-written

Bice votes yea on bills enhancing prison staff safety, veterans' gun rights, and keeping violent offenders off streets, but nay on cashless bail reporting.

Official recordSource ↗Verified Oct 15, 2026AI-written

Nelson supports smart enforcement to stop international drug trafficking and illegal border crossings as part of national security.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 18, 2026AI-written

Henri supports enforcing accountability and integrity in government by restoring independent enforcement with powers to investigate and bring cases without waiting for permission.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 19, 2026AI-written

No public position found.

Where they differ on Public Safety & Crime: Stephanie Bice supports stronger enforcement at the border to protect national security and uphold the rule of law 1. She voted yea on bills enhancing prison staff safety, veterans' gun rights, and keeping violent offenders off streets, but nay on cashless bail reporting 2. Jena Nelson supports smart enforcement to stop international drug trafficking and illegal border crossings as part of national security 3. Robert Henri supports enforcing accountability and integrity in government by restoring independent enforcement with powers to investigate and bring cases without waiting for permission 4.
Abortion

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No public position found.

Taxes & Government Spending

Bice supports cutting federal spending by eliminating duplicative grant programs and increasing accountability in government spending.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 19, 2026AI-written

Bice is a fiscal conservative who supports balancing the budget, reducing wasteful spending, and bringing fiscal restraint to Washington.

Own words (office website)Source ↗Verified Oct 19, 2026AI-written

Bice votes yea on tax relief, budget resolutions, and multiple appropriations acts for national security and agriculture.

Official recordSource ↗Verified Oct 15, 2026AI-written

Nelson opposes Trump’s tax bill that adds $2.4 trillion to the deficit and cuts programs for veterans, calling it irresponsible and harmful to future generations.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 18, 2026AI-written

No public position found. Check their site ↗

No public position found.

Where they differ on Taxes & Government Spending: Stephanie Bice supports cutting federal spending by eliminating duplicative grant programs and increasing accountability in government spending, and she identifies as a fiscal conservative who supports balancing the budget, reducing wasteful spending, and bringing fiscal restraint to Washington 12. She has voted yea on tax relief, budget resolutions, and multiple appropriations acts for national security and agriculture 3. Jena Nelson opposes Trump’s tax bill, criticizing it for adding $2.4 trillion to the deficit and cutting programs for veterans, which she calls irresponsible and harmful to future generations 4.
Energy & Environment

Bice supports Oklahoma’s oil and gas industry and opposes regulations that threaten domestic energy production and American jobs.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 19, 2026AI-written

Bice supports a national strategy to ensure abundant, affordable energy, create American jobs, reduce emissions, and preserve Oklahoma's natural landscapes.

Own words (office website)Source ↗Verified Oct 19, 2026AI-written

Bice votes yea on bills disapproving EPA rules, reducing diesel emissions, marine conservation, battlefield protection, and fuel retailer choice.

Official recordSource ↗Verified Oct 15, 2026AI-written

No public position found. Check their site ↗

No public position found. Check their site ↗

No public position found.

Foreign Policy & Defense

Bice prioritizes strengthening the military, supporting veterans, and safeguarding the nation against global threats.

Own words (office website)Source ↗Verified Oct 19, 2026AI-written

Bice votes nay on resolutions to remove US forces from Iran and Lebanon, but yea on defense authorization and veterans affairs bills.

Official recordSource ↗Verified Oct 15, 2026AI-written

Nelson supports protecting veterans by opposing cuts to VA healthcare and crisis services, ensuring high standards of care for those who served.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 18, 2026AI-written

Henri supports holding the Pentagon accountable by demanding a clean audit of its spending to ensure transparency and proper use of government funds.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 19, 2026AI-written

No public position found.

Where they differ on Foreign Policy & Defense: Stephanie Bice prioritizes strengthening the military, supporting veterans, and safeguarding the nation against global threats, and she votes nay on resolutions to remove US forces from Iran and Lebanon while voting yea on defense authorization and veterans affairs bills 12. Jena Nelson supports protecting veterans by opposing cuts to VA healthcare and crisis services, ensuring high standards of care for those who served 3. Robert Henri supports holding the Pentagon accountable by demanding a clean audit of its spending to ensure transparency and proper use of government funds 4.

Common questions

When is the election?

The general election is on November 3, 2026.

How do the candidates differ on Economy & Jobs?

Stephanie Bice supports cutting unnecessary regulations and creating new opportunities for agriculture to grow Oklahoma’s economy. She voted yea on multiple bills supporting financial regulation, capital access, privacy in purchases, and disaster insurance programs. Jena Nelson supports cracking down on corporate greed with stronger antitrust enforcement, windfall profit taxes, and penalties for price manipulation to help working families. Robert Henri supports banning congressional stock trading to prevent insider trading and conflicts of interest among lawmakers.

How do the candidates differ on Healthcare?

Stephanie Bice votes yea on acts reauthorizing rural care, Medicaid protections, lowering premiums, and supporting patients and communities. Jena Nelson supports protecting and strengthening Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid, including negotiating lower drug prices and expanding preventive care.

How do the candidates differ on Public Safety & Crime?

Stephanie Bice supports stronger enforcement at the border to protect national security and uphold the rule of law. She voted yea on bills enhancing prison staff safety, veterans' gun rights, and keeping violent offenders off streets, but nay on cashless bail reporting. Jena Nelson supports smart enforcement to stop international drug trafficking and illegal border crossings as part of national security. Robert Henri supports enforcing accountability and integrity in government by restoring independent enforcement with powers to investigate and bring cases without waiting for permission.

How do the candidates differ on Taxes & Government Spending?

Stephanie Bice supports cutting federal spending by eliminating duplicative grant programs and increasing accountability in government spending, and she identifies as a fiscal conservative who supports balancing the budget, reducing wasteful spending, and bringing fiscal restraint to Washington. She has voted yea on tax relief, budget resolutions, and multiple appropriations acts for national security and agriculture. Jena Nelson opposes Trump’s tax bill, criticizing it for adding $2.4 trillion to the deficit and cutting programs for veterans, which she calls irresponsible and harmful to future generations.

How do the candidates differ on Foreign Policy & Defense?

Stephanie Bice prioritizes strengthening the military, supporting veterans, and safeguarding the nation against global threats, and she votes nay on resolutions to remove US forces from Iran and Lebanon while voting yea on defense authorization and veterans affairs bills. Jena Nelson supports protecting veterans by opposing cuts to VA healthcare and crisis services, ensuring high standards of care for those who served. Robert Henri supports holding the Pentagon accountable by demanding a clean audit of its spending to ensure transparency and proper use of government funds.