2026 election · U.S. House
2026 New Jersey House race — Christopher H. Smith's seat
Incumbent: Christopher H. Smith (Republican) — see their approval score, record, and voting history on their page.
Declared candidates
Source: FEC candidate filingsStated positions (6) ▾
- Abortion: Identifies as pro-life, co-chairs the Congressional Pro-Life Caucus, and opposes taxpayer funding of abortion domestically and overseas. [1][2]
- Human Trafficking: Sponsors legislation (Frederick Douglass TVPRA) to reauthorize and strengthen the Trafficking Victims Protection Act to combat human trafficking domestically and internationally. [1]
- Immigration and Border Security: Supports increased funding for ICE and CBP, backs stronger border enforcement, and criticizes past administration policies as insufficient to secure the border. [1][2]
- Religious Freedom: Advocates for persecuted Christians and religious minorities worldwide and supports international religious freedom initiatives. [1]
- Trade Policy with China: Supports tariffs imposed on China, arguing they counter unfair and predatory Chinese trade practices that harm U.S. industry. [1]
- War Powers and Military Action: Opposed the Massie-Khanna War Powers Resolution seeking to limit U.S. military action regarding Iran, arguing against restricting executive military authority in that context. [1]
Public polling
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