2026 U.S. House election in Oregon's 5th Congressional District
This race is for Oregon’s 5th Congressional District seat in the U.S. House of Representatives. The district includes Portland suburbs and Bend, and Cook Political Report currently rates it Likely Democratic. Incumbent Democrat Janelle Bynum is running for reelection, and Ballotpedia notes that additional general-election candidates may be added after the primary. Public race information currently shows Bynum and Libertarian challenger Joseph Lehman, while the Republican field remains undefined in the sources reviewed.
Candidates
Janelle Bynum
Janelle Bynum is the U.S. representative for Oregon’s 5th Congressional District and a Democrat. Before Congress, she served in the Oregon House of Representatives and has described herself as a business owner, engineer, and mother of four.
Joseph Lehman is a Libertarian candidate for Oregon’s 5th Congressional District. His campaign says he is a blue-collar worker, husband, and father of three who is running on themes of transparency, accountability, and limited government.
Polling
Data Analysis Information
Data compiled from public sources and analyzed using AI. Last updated 4/7/2026. Visit candidate websites for the most current information.