Julie Bickelhaupt
IL-17 Republican nominee?
$2.9K
MAR 24, 2026Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current roleFarmer
PartyRepublican
Political ideologyConservative Republican
GenderFemale
LocationIllinois
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BackgroundFarmer
EducationEastern Illinois University (degree)
Notable personal detailsJulie Bickelhaupt is a seventh-generation farmer and small business owner from rural Mount Carroll, Illinois. She serves as chair of the Carroll County Board and has been active in local Republican Party politics. In 2026, she ran as a Republican candidate for U.S. House in Illinois’ 17th Congressional District.
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Positions
Healthcare
Julie Bickelhaupt has said she wants to lower costs for families, including health care costs, but has not provided detailed policy proposals on health coverage or specific reforms. Public statements emphasize reducing overall living costs and supporting market-oriented priorities in other policy areas, with no clear endorsement of major progressive or conservative healthcare platform items. Available reporting does not identify specific positions on the Affordable Care Act, Medicare, Medicaid, or a public option.
Immigration & Border
The candidate supports stronger border security and enforcement of existing immigration laws, prioritizing public safety and economic stability. She calls for increased border security resources, closing enforcement loopholes, deporting violent illegal immigrants, and cracking down on drug dealers and human smugglers.
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Climate & Energy
Supports increasing production from both renewable and nonrenewable energy sources to lower costs and energy bills; says solar can play a role but cannot meet all needs and emphasizes using all domestic energy sources to boost energy independence and lower rates.
Endorsements
Endorsers of Julie Bickelhaupt for IL-17 Republican nominee?
State Representative Tony McCombie
Elected official
Tony McCombie endorsed Julie Bickelhaupt for Congress.
Illinois Right to Life Action
Public endorsement
Illinois Right to Life Action endorsed Julie Bickelhaupt.
Chicago Tribune Editorial Board
Public figure
Chicago Tribune Editorial Board endorsed Julie Bickelhaupt.
Fundraising
Latest report: Cycle 20262026
LatestCycle 2026
Source: FEC
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