U.S. Representative for Indiana’s 7th District
André Carson
Position · −0.43
- In office
- House 2008–now
18 years in CongressMore senior than 85% of the House - Breaks on
- Labor and Employment 11% · Crime and Law Enforcement 4%
- Committees
- Transportation and Infrastructure · Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence · Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party
- Bills on
- International Affairs · Arts, Culture, Religion · Armed Forces and National Security
- Age
- 51
2026 election
Running for re-election
General election Nov 3, 2026
Also running
- DGeorge Hornedo$296K
- DDestiny Wells$118K
Bottom line
Where Carson has influence
Roles
- Ranking Member · Aviation (Transportation and Infrastructure)
- Transportation and Infrastructure · 6th in seniority on the minority side
- Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence · 2nd in seniority on the minority side
- Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party · 4th in seniority on the minority side
Bills on the move
None of Carson’s bills has left committee this Congress.
Talks most about
Stories in Carson’s press releases with their latest stance, last three months. Read by AI.
Where Carson breaks with Democrats
MethodShare of party-line votes on each issue where Carson voted against most Democrats. The tick is the median for House Democrats.
- Labor and Employment 11% · 1 of 9 party 0%
- Crime and Law Enforcement 4% · 1 of 23 party 4%
- Environmental Protection 4% · 1 of 26 party 4%
Notable votes
Full record (Pro)Where Carson broke with their party, close outcomes and final passage votes on named bills, newest first.
| Date | Title | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| 09/16/26 | National Fraud Enforcement Division Act of 2026On Passage · This bill provides statutory authority for the National Fraud Enforcement Division within the Department of Justice (DOJ).Broke w/ party | Nay |
| 09/01/26 | Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2027On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Concur in the Senate Amendments · This bill provides continuing FY2027 appropriations for federal agencies and extends various expiring programs and authorities.Broke w/ party | Nay |
| 06/29/26 | KIDS ActOn Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · Kids Internet and Digital Safety Act or the KIDS ActBroke w/ party | Nay |
| 06/04/26 | Directing the President pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution to remove United States Armed Forces from Lebanon.On Agreeing to the Resolution · This concurrent resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from Lebanon within seven days of the resolution's adoption.Broke w/ party | Yea |
| 05/14/26 | Cashless Bail Reporting ActOn Passage · This bill requires the Department of Justice to publish annually a list of state and local governments that permit individuals who are…Broke w/ party | Yea |
| 04/30/26 | A bill to amend the FISA Amendments Act of 2008 to extend the authorities of title VII of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978, and for other purposes.On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass · This act extends the authorities of Title VII of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) until June 12, 2026.Broke w/ party | Nay |
| 03/05/26 | Reaffirming Iran remains the largest state sponsor of terrorism.On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree · This resolution states that the House of Representatives declares it is the policy of the United States that Iran continues to be the…Broke w/ party | Nay |
| 01/15/26 | Protecting Prudent Investment of Retirement Savings ActOn Passage · This bill modifies the requirements for fiduciaries of employer-sponsored retirement plans.Broke w/ party | Yea |
Yea ■ filled · Nay □ open · Not voting – dash. Party split bars: Democrats left, Republicans right; dark = yea, light = nay.
What Carson is saying
All 7 statements and posts-
Celebrated completion of seven townhomes in Indianapolis neighborhood to expand homeownership opportunities.
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Reps Carson and Spartz, Senator Warren Urge Action on BlackRock Acquisition
Urged FERC to reject BlackRock subsidiary's acquisition of AES Indiana utility.
“A public utility company should answer to the public, not shareholders”
Finance and Financial SectorAI-read
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Carson Questions Witnesses on AI Safeguards in Military and Intelligence Systems
Questioned witnesses on AI safeguards in military and intelligence systems.
“This administration is moving quickly to put advanced AI into our military and intelligence systems.”
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Carson Demands Congress Stay in Session to Confront AI Crisis
107 House Democrats are demanding that Congress stay in session and vote on legislation creating AI safeguards.
“Republican leadership canceled votes Thursday instead of taking action on AI.”
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Congressman Carson Launches Official Congressional Inquiry into Increased ICE Indianapolis Activity
Today, amid reports of a surge in ICE arrests across Indianapolis, Congressman André Carson (IN-07) submitted an official Congressional inquiry to the Department of Homeland Security.
“reports of unnecessary force that put my constituents at risk…The immigrant population does not pose an active threat to the health and safety of our community – but ICE’s reported reckless actions in my district do.”
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Today, the Indiana congressional delegation sent a letter to President Donald Trump in support of Governor Mike Braun’s August 20, 2026, request for a major disaster declaration following severe storms, tornadoes, and flooding that began on…
◇ statements (press releases) · ○ posts. When a statement names a bill Carson voted on, the vote is shown next to it.
Effectiveness, 119th Congress so far
How it’s measuredBelow expectations
Rank 411 of 433 in the House ┃ expected = average of 192 minority-party members without a committee lead
How far Carson’s own bills got, weighted by substance. The average member scores 1.00.
- Introduced 10
- Action in committee 1
- Action beyond committee 0
- Passed chamber 0
- Became law 0
10 bills and joint resolutions sponsored: 0 significant (got a roll call vote), 8 substantive, 2 commemorative. Compare the House
Bills, 119th Congress
All 16 sponsored billsSponsored 16 (House median 25) · cosponsored 924 (median 289), 173 of them as an original cosponsor · most often on International Affairs, Arts, Culture, Religion, Armed Forces and National Security.
- H.R. 4487 Gun Safety Incentive ActTaxation · Introduced Aug 3, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 9265 To amend the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act to require participation in the summer EBT program as a condition of participating in the school lunch program, and for other purposes.Agriculture and Food · Introduced Jul 15, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 3906 Medical Research for Our Troops ActArmed Forces and National Security · Introduced Jul 9, 2026 In committee
- H.Res. 1025 Condemning all acts of violence, oppression, and abuse against ethnic minorities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.International Affairs · Introduced Jul 9, 2026 In committee
- H.Res. 547 Recognizing the significance of "National Caribbean American Heritage Month".Arts, Culture, Religion · Introduced May 11, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 7281 Justice for Shireen ActInternational Affairs · Introduced Jan 30, 2026 In committee
- H.J.Res. 132 Commemorating October 2025 as Head Start Awareness Month and recognizing its positive impact on more than 40,000,000 children and their families.Education · Introduced Jan 7, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 1855 National Amusement Park Ride Safety ActCommerce · Introduced Nov 4, 2025 In committee
Votes by issue
How votes are tagged| Issue | Votes | Yea share | With party |
|---|---|---|---|
| Congress | 155 | 15% | Pro |
| Economics and Public Finance | 69 | 26% | Pro |
| Armed Forces and National Security | 60 | 32% | Pro |
| Energy | 38 | 32% | Pro |
| Environmental Protection | 33 | 36% | Pro |
| Crime and Law Enforcement | 32 | 41% | Pro |
| Government Operations and Politics | 30 | 50% | Pro |
| Public Lands and Natural Resources | 28 | 57% | Pro |
| Commerce | 27 | 74% | Pro |
| Finance and Financial Sector | 25 | 60% | Pro |
| International Affairs | 25 | 88% | Pro |
| Immigration | 17 | 35% | Pro |
| Education | 16 | 25% | Pro |
| Agriculture and Food | 14 | 57% | Pro |
| Science, Technology, Communications | 12 | 100% | Pro |
| Labor and Employment | 11 | 82% | Pro |
| Health | 8 | 75% | Pro |
| Taxation | 8 | 75% | Pro |
| Transportation and Public Works | 8 | 88% | Pro |
| Emergency Management | 7 | 86% | Pro |
| Law | 7 | 43% | Pro |
| Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues | 5 | 80% | Pro |
| Animals | 4 | 50% | Pro |
| Families | 4 | 50% | Pro |
| Housing and Community Development | 4 | 100% | Pro |
| Native Americans | 4 | 100% | Pro |
| Procedural | 4 | 75% | Pro |
| Foreign Trade and International Finance | 3 | 100% | Pro |
| Social Welfare | 3 | 67% | Pro |
| Arts, Culture, Religion | 2 | 50% | Pro |
| Water Resources Development | 2 | 100% | Pro |
| Government operations & elections | 1 | 0% | Pro |
Who votes alike
MethodAgreement on contested votes where both cast yea or nay.
Most aligned
- DPablo José HernándezPR-AL100%agreement
- DGreg CasarTX-3599%agreement
- DLaMonica McIverNJ-1099%agreement
See all twelve closest allies, the members Carson most often votes against, and the closest allies in the other party.
Start with a free account Log inCampaign money
MethodIn the 2025–26 cycle Carson’s campaign raised $1.0M: $399K (40%) from individuals and $503K (50%) from PACs and other committees. Cash on hand: $621K.
Through Jun 30, 2026; filings lag, so recent gifts can take weeks to appear. Money raised also counts loans and transfers, so the shares need not add to 100%. Source: FEC.gov.
Last cycle, party money, self-funding and debts are part of Pro. See Pro
Who funds Carson
The largest PACs and other committees giving directly to the campaign this cycle, of 168.
- International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers Labor union PAC
- American Crystal Sugar Compay Cooperative PAC
See how much each organization gave Carson this cycle and last, the mix of corporate, labor, trade and other PACs, and who else each one funds.
Start with a free account Log inCarson’s own leadership PAC: America Now. A separate PAC a member sponsors to give to other candidates.
Record over time
Compare Carson’s measures across every Congress on file.
Start with a free account Log inRésumé and contact
Career in Congress
- U.S. House, IN-7Democrat2008–present
Seat
- State
- Indiana
- District
- 7
- Current term
- 2025–2027
- Age
- 51
Committees and roles
Contact
- DC office
- 202-225-4011
2135 Rayburn House Office Building - District offices
- Indianapolis
- Website
- carson.house.gov
- CongressmanAndreCarson
- repandrecarson
- YouTube
- repandrecarson
Elsewhere
Wikipedia · Ballotpedia · GovTrack · Congress.gov · OpenSecrets
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