Tom Barrett

Republican Party (R)
U.S. Representative (District 7) (seeking re-election) · District 7, Michigan, United States of America · 2026
PurposeBarrett is seeking re-election on a platform of tax relief, parental rights in education, and hardline border enforcement.

Economy
On the economy, the site opposes taxpayer subsidies for large corporations, arguing that infrastructure, tax reform, and regulatory reform are more effective ways to attract business than direct subsidies, and states support for lowering Americans' overall tax burden (Barrett has signed the Taxpayer Protection Pledge) while opposing states holding budget surpluses rather than returning funds to taxpayers.

Education
On education, the site prioritizes parental involvement in school decisions over what it describes as bureaucratic and union control, opposes "progressive and woke indoctrination," and emphasizes traditional academics and student safety.

Security
On security, the site backs strong support for police and public-safety personnel and opposes efforts to defund police and prosecutors, citing a "Legislator of the Year" award from the Michigan Corrections Officers Organization.

Immigration
On immigration, the site supports completing border-wall construction, backing enforcement tools for the Department of Homeland Security, Border Patrol, and ICE, and supports Title 42 deportation authority for public-health reasons.

Governance
The site also states a pro-life position opposing abortion access later in pregnancy and supporting parental-notification requirements for minors, and criticizes the Afghanistan withdrawal as part of a foreign-policy section.

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