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Republican
Jay Feely
Republican
Jay Feely
AZ-01 Republican nominee?
$75.0K
JUL 22, 2026Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current roleProfessional football player (placekicker)
PartyRepublican
Political ideologyTrump-aligned Republican
Age50 years old (May 23, 1976)
GenderMale
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LocationArizona
BackgroundProfessional football player (placekicker)
Notable personal detailsThomas James “Jay” Feely is an American former professional football placekicker who later worked as an NFL broadcaster and analyst. He played in the NFL for multiple teams and became known for his kicking career before moving into sports media. In 2025 he launched a Republican campaign for the U.S. House and filed for the 2026 Republican primary ballot in Arizona’s 1st Congressional District.
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Positions
LiberalConservative
Economy & Taxes
Supports expanding Trump-era tax cuts, reducing regulatory red tape, and lowering costs for families by promoting domestic manufacturing and energy independence. Favors policies aimed at cutting taxes and unleashing private-sector growth rather than expanding government programs.
Immigration & Border
The candidate emphasizes border security and support for aggressive enforcement measures while also saying legal immigration should be streamlined and easier. He has voiced support for aspects of the Trump administration’s enforcement approach and frames immigration policy as a priority for restoring security.
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Climate & Energy
Supports an America-First energy agenda focused on expanding domestic oil, natural gas, and coal production, cutting regulatory red tape, and building energy infrastructure. Emphasizes energy independence and opposes Green New Deal–style policies. Prioritizes fossil fuel development alongside 'next generation' energy innovation rather than aggressive emissions mandates.
Public Safety & Guns
The candidate states he will defend Second Amendment rights and pledges strong support for law enforcement and public safety. His campaign platform emphasizes protecting firearms rights while backing police, Border Patrol, and ICE to address crime and border security.
Polls
Aggregation source: FiftyPlusOne
Fundraising
Latest report: Cycle 2026Total raisedCash on hand
$2.5M
$1.9M
$1.3M
$631.4K
$0
2026
LatestYear
Total raised
Cash on hand
Total spent
Burn rate
Cycle 2026
$2.5M
$794.5K
$1.7M
$91.1K
Source: FEC
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