These are the general-election candidates on Oregon's ballot for November 3, 2026, by office and party, following the state's primary. This guide covers statewide offices and U.S. House races. It is nonpartisan and factual. See the Oregon 2026 overview for the fuller picture.
Governor of Oregon
Tina Kotek DemocraticIncumbent
Christine Drazan Republican
Brett Smith Pacific Green
U.S. Senate
Jeff Merkley DemocraticIncumbent
David Smith Republican
Gary Dye Libertarian
Chris Henry Pacific Green
Commissioner of Labor and Industries
Christina Stephenson NonpartisanIncumbent
U.S. House, District 1
Suzanne Bonamici DemocraticIncumbent
Barbara Kahl Republican
U.S. House, District 2
Cliff Bentz RepublicanIncumbent
Chris Beck Democratic
U.S. House, District 3
Maxine Dexter DemocraticIncumbent
Loran Ayles Republican
U.S. House, District 4
Val Hoyle DemocraticIncumbent
Monique DeSpain Republican
Justin Filip Pacific Green
U.S. House, District 5
Janelle Bynum DemocraticIncumbent
Patti Adair Republican
Andrea Townsend Pacific Green
U.S. House, District 6
Andrea Salinas DemocraticIncumbent
David Russ Republican
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Also on the Oregon ballot
Beyond the statewide and congressional races above, Oregon voters also decide state legislative races and county and municipal offices, which appear on local ballots, along with any statewide ballot measures.
How to vote in Oregon
The general election is November 3, 2026. Confirm your registration, polling place, and mail-ballot options at Vote.org and your state election office. Getting your supporters to turn out is what decides the closest races.
Frequently asked questions
Who is running in Oregon in 2026?
Governor: Tina Kotek (Democratic), Christine Drazan (Republican), Brett Smith (Pacific Green). U.S. Senate: Jeff Merkley (Democratic), David Smith (Republican), Gary Dye (Libertarian), Chris Henry (Pacific Green). Every voter also decides state legislative and local races on their ballot.
What time do polls open and close in Oregon on Election Day?
Polls are open statewide on November 3, 2026; confirm your local hours at Vote.org.
When is the Oregon election in 2026?
The general election is November 3, 2026, following the state's 2026 primary.
Candidate information reflects the general-election ballot as of the date above, drawn from nonpartisan sources including The Green Papers and state election authorities. Verify the final ballot with your local election office.
Keep reading: Oregon 2026 elections and the 2026 midterms are a turnout election.