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Jeff Merkley

Jeff Merkley

Democratic Incumbent

Jeff Merkley is the incumbent U.S. senator from Oregon and is seeking a fourth term in 2026. He has built his brand around progressive priorities including democracy reform, climate policy, consumer protection, and working-family economics.

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Background

Career History

United States Senator 2009 – Present
U.S. Senate

Represents Oregon in the U.S. Senate.

Speaker 2007 – 2009
Oregon House of Representatives

Led the Oregon House before election to the Senate.

State representative 1999 – 2009
Oregon House of Representatives

Served in the Oregon House prior to becoming Speaker.

Director of strategic planning
Portland Housing Center

Worked in housing and community development before elected office.

Education

Stanford University Bachelor of Arts in International relations (1979)
Princeton University Master of Public Affairs in Public policy (1982)

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