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GA-09 Republican nominee?
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MAY 20, 2026Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current roleU.S. Representative
PartyRepublican
Political ideologyConservative Republican
Age62 years old (Nov 22, 1963)
GenderMale
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LocationGeorgia
BackgroundU.S. Representative (GA-09)
EducationUniversity of Notre Dame (attended; NROTC)
Notable personal detailsAndrew Scott Clyde is a Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives, serving Georgia’s 9th Congressional District since January 3, 2021. A businessman and gun store owner, he previously served as a commissioned officer in the U.S. Navy and Navy Reserve, retiring at the rank of commander. He earned a BBA from Bethel University and an MBA from the University of Georgia, and attended the University of Notre Dame (NROTC).
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Positions
Economy & Taxes
Advocates for major tax cuts and a radically smaller federal tax system, including elimination of graduated income taxes in favor of the FairTax (H.R.25), dismantling the IRS, and stopping taxation on production. Public materials commit to opposing new income tax increases and emphasize reducing government spending and agencies. Voting and public statements show consistent support for tax reductions and limited federal taxation.
Healthcare
Andrew Clyde supports market-oriented reforms such as expanding Health Savings Accounts and state waiver flexibility, has introduced legislation restricting certain uses of Medicaid funding, and has voted/acted with House Republicans on measures that would limit or restructure Medicaid/ACA provisions. His public actions emphasize private-market mechanisms and limiting federal program uses rather than expanding government-run coverage options.
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Immigration & Border
Supports stronger border enforcement including building a border wall, expanding resources for ICE and other enforcement actions, and ending federal funding for sanctuary jurisdictions while supporting legal immigration through formal processes. Praises enforcement operations and has urged DHS/ICE to crack down on illegal immigration.
Abortion & Reproductive Rights
Andrew Clyde opposes abortion and identifies as pro-life, supporting measures to restrict abortion access and to hold abortion providers accountable. He has introduced and cosponsored legislation and resolutions aimed at protecting the unborn and celebrated the Dobbs decision returning the issue to the states. His public statements and congressional actions consistently advocate for strong restrictions on abortion.
Climate & Energy
Supports American energy production with emphasis on fossil fuels and energy independence; opposes certain environmental regulations and funding that he views as prioritizing "green" initiatives over domestic energy. Has voted and spoken for pro-fossil-fuel, market-oriented energy policies while criticizing large-scale Green New Deal–style spending.
Public Safety & Guns
Supports broad Second Amendment rights, opposes new firearm regulations and seeks to weaken existing restrictions such as the National Firearms Act; advocates armed teachers/school staff and emphasizes arming citizens as a public-safety measure.
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