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Shelley Moore Capito

Shelley Moore Capito Incumbent

Republican · Running for re-election · U.S. Senate

Background

Shelley Moore Capito (R) has served in the U.S. Senate since 2015, after seven terms in the U.S. House. She was a Republican negotiator on the 2021 bipartisan infrastructure law. Stated priorities include energy and coal policy, infrastructure, and the opioid response.

Sources: Ballotpedia; Biographical Directory of the United States Congress.

Issue Positions
Economy

Supports tax cuts, deregulation, and reduced federal spending. Emphasizes energy jobs and infrastructure.

Healthcare

Opposes the Affordable Care Act's structure but supports protecting pre-existing condition coverage. Emphasizes rural healthcare and opioid response.

Immigration

Supports stronger border security and enforcement. Backs increased border funding.

Climate/Environment

Supports coal and domestic fossil fuel production, a major West Virginia industry. Opposes major federal climate regulations.

Gun Policy

Opposes new gun control measures and supports Second Amendment rights. Opposes expanded restrictions.

Education

Supports school choice and workforce training. Opposes broad federal student loan forgiveness.

Endorsements
Voting Record (8)
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