2026 Elections · Texas

Texas's 3rd Congressional District Candidates 2026

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

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Who is running in Texas's 3rd Congressional District in 2026?

Keith Self (Republican) and Evan Hunt (Democratic).

Where they stand

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

Where they differ: Keith Self supports lowering taxes, cutting wasteful spending, and reducing government size to grow the economy and reduce inflation, and he voted yea on acts supporting capital access and financial exploitation prevention but nay on TRIA reauthorization and tech regulatory effectiveness 12. He opposes Biden's border policies, supports border wall construction, and voted yea on the Secure America Act and Stop Illegal Entry Act while opposing the national emergency resolution 79. Evan Hunt supports smart economic policy and innovation to keep America competitive and ensure North Texas remains a hub for emerging technology and jobs, and he states the economy is out of balance with the billionaire class growing while the middle class shrinks 34. Hunt believes people should not be deported without due process and that all individuals deserve dignity and respect regardless of immigration status 10.
AI-written comparison of the sourced entries below. Generated Oct 16, 2026.

Where the candidates stand, by issue
IssueKeith SelfRepublicanEvan HuntDemocratic
Economy & Jobs

Self supports lowering taxes, cutting wasteful spending, and reducing government size to grow the economy and reduce inflation.

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

Self votes yea on acts supporting capital access, privacy in purchases, and financial exploitation prevention, but nay on TRIA reauthorization, KIDS Act, and tech regulatory effectiveness.

Official recordSource ↗Verified Oct 15, 2026AI-written

Hunt supports smart economic policy and innovation to keep America competitive and ensure North Texas remains a hub for emerging technology, jobs, and security.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 16, 2026AI-written

Hunt says the economy is out of balance, with the billionaire class growing while the middle class shrinks.

ReportedSource ↗Verified Oct 8, 2026AI-written

Where they differ on Economy & Jobs: Keith Self supports lowering taxes, cutting wasteful spending, and reducing government size to grow the economy and reduce inflation 1. He voted yea on acts supporting capital access, privacy in purchases, and financial exploitation prevention, but nay on TRIA reauthorization, KIDS Act, and tech regulatory effectiveness 2. Evan Hunt supports smart economic policy and innovation to keep America competitive and ensure North Texas remains a hub for emerging technology, jobs, and security 3. Hunt also states that the economy is out of balance, with the billionaire class growing while the middle class shrinks 4.
Healthcare

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

Official recordSource ↗Verified Oct 15, 2026AI-written

Hunt supports federal investment in healthcare access, along with public schools, transportation, and infrastructure, for North Texas.

ReportedSource ↗Verified Oct 8, 2026AI-written

Where they differ on Healthcare: Keith Self voted against the EARLY Act reauthorization, rural care improvement, and SUPPORT for Patients Act, but voted in favor of the Do No Harm in Medicaid and lowering health care premiums 1. Evan Hunt supports federal investment in healthcare access, as well as public schools, transportation, and infrastructure for North Texas 2.
Immigration

Self opposes Biden's border policies, supports border wall construction, and advocates using cartel funds for border security.

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

Self supports enforcing existing immigration laws, increasing resources for immigration agents, and expanding physical barriers to secure the southern border and end the border crisis.

Own words (office website)Source ↗Verified Oct 12, 2026AI-written

Self votes yea on Secure America Act, DHS support resolution, BOWOW Act, Deporting Fraudsters Act, and Stop Illegal Entry Act, but nay on national emergency resolution.

Official recordSource ↗Verified Oct 15, 2026AI-written

Hunt believes people should not be deported without due process and that all individuals deserve dignity and respect regardless of immigration status.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 16, 2026AI-written

Where they differ on Immigration: Keith Self opposes Biden's border policies, supports border wall construction, and advocates using cartel funds for border security 1. He supports enforcing existing immigration laws, increasing resources for immigration agents, and expanding physical barriers to secure the southern border and end the border crisis 2. Self voted yea on the Secure America Act, DHS support resolution, BOWOW Act, Deporting Fraudsters Act, and Stop Illegal Entry Act, but voted nay on the national emergency resolution 3. Evan Hunt believes people should not be deported without due process and that all individuals deserve dignity and respect regardless of immigration status 4.
Public Safety & Crime

Self founded the Sharia-Free America Caucus to combat the influence of radical Islam in Texas and America.

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

Self opposes Sharia law and has introduced legislation to denounce it and prevent its implementation in the United States to protect constitutional rights.

Own words (office website)Source ↗Verified Oct 12, 2026AI-written

Self votes nay on GUARD Act and Prison Staff Safety Enhancement Act, but yea on Protecting Privacy in Purchases, Veterans 2nd Amendment Protection, Cashless Bail Reporting, and Keeping Violent Offenders Off Streets Acts.

Official recordSource ↗Verified Oct 15, 2026AI-written

Hunt supports upholding the rule of law and democratic institutions to ensure public safety and justice.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 16, 2026AI-written

Where they differ on Public Safety & Crime: Keith Self founded the Sharia-Free America Caucus to combat the influence of radical Islam in Texas and America 1. He opposes Sharia law and has introduced legislation to denounce it and prevent its implementation in the United States to protect constitutional rights 2. Self voted nay on the GUARD Act and Prison Staff Safety Enhancement Act, but yea on Protecting Privacy in Purchases, Veterans 2nd Amendment Protection, Cashless Bail Reporting, and Keeping Violent Offenders Off Streets Acts 3. Evan Hunt supports upholding the rule of law and democratic institutions to ensure public safety and justice 4.
Abortion

Self is pro-life and has leadership experience protecting the unborn, supported by national and Texas right to life groups.

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

Self opposes abortion and is committed to ending what he calls barbaric abortion procedures to protect the rights of the unborn.

Own words (office website)Source ↗Verified Oct 12, 2026AI-written

No public position found. Check their site ↗

Taxes & Government Spending

Self promotes pro-growth tax policies, cutting federal spending, and removing burdensome regulations to address the national debt and fiscal irresponsibility.

Own words (office website)Source ↗Verified Oct 12, 2026AI-written

Self votes yea on budget and appropriations resolutions but nay on Tax Relief for Fraud Victims Act and AGOA Extension Act.

Official recordSource ↗Verified Oct 15, 2026AI-written

Hunt opposes invoking emergency powers to raise taxes or tariffs and supports Congress retaining its law-making authority.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 16, 2026AI-written

Where they differ on Taxes & Government Spending: Keith Self promotes pro-growth tax policies, cutting federal spending, and removing burdensome regulations to address the national debt and fiscal irresponsibility 1. He votes yea on budget and appropriations resolutions but nay on the Tax Relief for Fraud Victims Act and AGOA Extension Act 2. Evan Hunt opposes invoking emergency powers to raise taxes or tariffs and supports Congress retaining its law-making authority 3.
Energy & Environment

Self supports expanding refining capacity, streamlining permits, and promoting exploration to achieve energy independence and opposes the Green New Deal.

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

Self votes yea on disapproval of EPA rule and HEATS Act, but nay on Diesel Emissions Reduction Act, Northwest Straits Marine Conservation, American Battlefield Protection, and Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choic…

Official recordSource ↗Verified Oct 15, 2026AI-written

No public position found. Check their site ↗

Foreign Policy & Defense

Self opposes funding the Ukraine conflict and advocates for allies to meet commitments to stop Russian aggression, focusing on peace through strength.

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

Self votes nay on resolutions to remove US forces from Iran and Lebanon and on FISA Amendments Act extension, but yea on National Defense Authorization and naming VA clinic.

Official recordSource ↗Verified Oct 15, 2026AI-written

Hunt is a decorated veteran committed to national security and defending the Constitution from all enemies, foreign and domestic.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 16, 2026AI-written

Where they differ on Foreign Policy & Defense: Keith Self opposes funding the Ukraine conflict and advocates for allies to meet commitments to stop Russian aggression, focusing on peace through strength 1. He voted nay on resolutions to remove US forces from Iran and Lebanon and on the FISA Amendments Act extension, but yea on the National Defense Authorization and naming a VA clinic 2. Evan Hunt is a decorated veteran committed to national security and defending the Constitution from all enemies, foreign and domestic 3.

Common questions

When is the election?

The general election is on November 3, 2026.

How do the candidates differ on Economy & Jobs?

Keith Self supports lowering taxes, cutting wasteful spending, and reducing government size to grow the economy and reduce inflation. He voted yea on acts supporting capital access, privacy in purchases, and financial exploitation prevention, but nay on TRIA reauthorization, KIDS Act, and tech regulatory effectiveness. Evan Hunt supports smart economic policy and innovation to keep America competitive and ensure North Texas remains a hub for emerging technology, jobs, and security. Hunt also states that the economy is out of balance, with the billionaire class growing while the middle class shrinks.

How do the candidates differ on Healthcare?

Keith Self voted against the EARLY Act reauthorization, rural care improvement, and SUPPORT for Patients Act, but voted in favor of the Do No Harm in Medicaid and lowering health care premiums. Evan Hunt supports federal investment in healthcare access, as well as public schools, transportation, and infrastructure for North Texas.

How do the candidates differ on Immigration?

Keith Self opposes Biden's border policies, supports border wall construction, and advocates using cartel funds for border security. He supports enforcing existing immigration laws, increasing resources for immigration agents, and expanding physical barriers to secure the southern border and end the border crisis. Self voted yea on the Secure America Act, DHS support resolution, BOWOW Act, Deporting Fraudsters Act, and Stop Illegal Entry Act, but voted nay on the national emergency resolution. Evan Hunt believes people should not be deported without due process and that all individuals deserve dignity and respect regardless of immigration status.

How do the candidates differ on Public Safety & Crime?

Keith Self founded the Sharia-Free America Caucus to combat the influence of radical Islam in Texas and America. He opposes Sharia law and has introduced legislation to denounce it and prevent its implementation in the United States to protect constitutional rights. Self voted nay on the GUARD Act and Prison Staff Safety Enhancement Act, but yea on Protecting Privacy in Purchases, Veterans 2nd Amendment Protection, Cashless Bail Reporting, and Keeping Violent Offenders Off Streets Acts. Evan Hunt supports upholding the rule of law and democratic institutions to ensure public safety and justice.

How do the candidates differ on Taxes & Government Spending?

Keith Self promotes pro-growth tax policies, cutting federal spending, and removing burdensome regulations to address the national debt and fiscal irresponsibility. He votes yea on budget and appropriations resolutions but nay on the Tax Relief for Fraud Victims Act and AGOA Extension Act. Evan Hunt opposes invoking emergency powers to raise taxes or tariffs and supports Congress retaining its law-making authority.

How do the candidates differ on Foreign Policy & Defense?

Keith Self opposes funding the Ukraine conflict and advocates for allies to meet commitments to stop Russian aggression, focusing on peace through strength. He voted nay on resolutions to remove US forces from Iran and Lebanon and on the FISA Amendments Act extension, but yea on the National Defense Authorization and naming a VA clinic. Evan Hunt is a decorated veteran committed to national security and defending the Constitution from all enemies, foreign and domestic.