CT-04 Democratic nominee?
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AUG 12, 2026Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current roleU.S. Representative
PartyDemocratic
Political ideologyModerate Democrat
Age59 years old (Jul 5, 1966)
GenderMale
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LocationConnecticut
BackgroundPolitician
EducationHarvard University (BA)
Notable personal detailsJames Andrew Himes is a U.S. Representative from Connecticut’s 4th congressional district, first elected in 2008 and serving since 2009. He has served in House leadership roles including chair of the New Democrat Coalition (2017–2019) and became ranking member of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence in 2023. He earned a B.A. from Harvard University and an MPhil from St Edmund Hall, Oxford. Before Congress, he worked in business/finance.
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Positions
Economy & Taxes
Supports targeted tax increases on large corporations and measures to raise revenue for government programs while also backing tax relief for state and local taxpayers; favors deficit reduction and tax reforms intended to make the code fairer. Has voted for legislation (e.g., the Inflation Reduction Act) that includes higher taxes on billion-dollar companies and for restoring or raising SALT deductions.
Healthcare
Supports the Affordable Care Act and incremental expansions to increase coverage and affordability, including expanding insurance eligibility, increased subsidies, measures to lower prescription drug costs (including capping insulin), telehealth coverage, and sensible Medicare and Medicaid reforms. Backed Democratic legislation (e.g., Build Back Better provisions) that would expand benefits such as a Medicare hearing benefit and other coverage improvements.
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Immigration & Border
Supports comprehensive immigration reform that secures borders while providing humane treatment, a pathway to citizenship for Dreamers and other long-term undocumented residents, and operational improvements to asylum and legal immigration systems. Has co-sponsored legislation creating a pathway for Dreamers and urged bipartisan negotiation on immigration bills while also endorsing funding and systems to strengthen border operations.
Abortion & Reproductive Rights
Supports reproductive freedom, opposes restrictions on abortion access, and has co-sponsored legislation to protect and codify abortion rights. Advocates that women should be empowered to make their own reproductive health decisions without government intrusion. Has issued statements condemning the Supreme Court decision overturning Roe v. Wade and supports federal protections for abortion access.
Climate & Energy
Supports strong federal action on climate through clean energy investment, carbon pricing, and resilience measures while backing major climate legislation such as the Inflation Reduction Act. Advocates transitioning from a carbon-based economy to clean energy and emphasizes energy efficiency and infrastructure to address climate impacts. Position reflects consistent pro-environment votes and endorsements from environmental groups.
Public Safety & Guns
Supports reinstating an assault-weapons ban and stronger federal gun-safety measures, including expanded/background checks, red-flag (crisis intervention) programs, closing the “boyfriend” loophole, penalties for straw purchases and trafficking, and other significant firearm restrictions while stating these measures are consistent with Second Amendment rights for lawful owners.
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