Candidates › MI-02 race › 2025–2026

Benjamin Ambrose

D Democratic nominee for U.S. House, MI-02

Has not served in Congress

On the ballot: Lost the general electionNov 3, 2026 · 113,174 votes (41.1%) · 2 of 4
The race: Everyone running for MI-02 · Compare Ambrose with them
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SummaryAt a glance

Top priorities: Make Life More Affordable
Strengthen our Schools
Champion Medicare for All
Fighting for Those who Fought for Us
Protecting our Natural Environment
Read all 6 in their words
Money: $186.5K raised, $153.2K spent, $33K cash on hand (through Oct 14, 2026). Where it comes from
Who gives: 25% of individual money from donors at $200 or less · 56% from Michigan · largest committee giver SECOND CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT DEMOCRATIC PARTY, $5K
Backed by: UAW · Teamsters Local 406 · UFCW Local 951 and 6 more. As the campaign lists them

Their wordsWhat does Ambrose say they will do?

6 priorities from ambrose4congress.com, in the order they are listed there. Every heading and the text under it is copied exactly, as one passage for each page it is from, and links to that place on the page; hover a source to see which passage it opens.

6 priorities · 12 quoted statements

Right now, too many Michigan families are struggling just to get by. It's time to focus on creating good-paying jobs and building a sustainable economy for the 21st century.
- Bringing down the cost of essentials like groceries and gas by holding big corporations accountable for unfair price gouging
- Support small businesses with tax incentives and reduced red tape
- Strengthen workers' rights and collective bargaining
- Bring manufacturing jobs back to Michigan through 'Buy American' policies
- Expand job training programs for emerging industries
- Invest in clean energy manufacturing to create thousands of Michigan jobs
source ↗ (opens the page at this passage) · ambrose4congress.com/priorities
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After nearly two decades serving in the Marines, Ben went back to school to pursue an education. Education changed Ben's life, and he wants every child to have access to quality schools and affordable higher education.
- Increase federal funding for public schools and reduce class sizes
- Make college more affordable through expanded Pell Grants
- Invest in vocational training and apprenticeship programs
- Support teachers with better pay and professional development
- Easy access to post-secondary education for all Michigan residents
source ↗ (opens the page at this passage) · ambrose4congress.com/priorities
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No one should have to decide between purchasing groceries and purchasing medicine. Ben proudly supports Medicare for All and is committed to making affordable, accessible healthcare a reality for every American.
- Champion Medicare for All to guarantee quality healthcare for every American
- Protect and strengthen the Affordable Care Act
- Lower prescription drug costs for seniors
- Expand mental health services and addiction treatment
- Support rural hospitals and healthcare providers
- Ensure women have access to reproductive healthcare
source ↗ (opens the page at this passage) · ambrose4congress.com/priorities
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Ben served our country alongside men and women who were injured, mentally and physically, he knows what Veterans need to assimilate back into civilian life and not only survive, but thrive. He will never back down from the fight to protect veterans and military families.
- Ensuring veterans have access to the best possible health care
- Improving VA systems to more efficiently get veterans the services they need
- Ensure veteran's health care is comprehensive and expand access to mental health care
source ↗ (opens the page at this passage) · ambrose4congress.com/priorities
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Ben grew up on a farm, he understands how important it is to protect Michigan's natural resources today, and for the future. We can protect our natural environment while building our economy.
- Fight to increase the Federal Caps on agriculture products we grow right here in Michigan's 2nd District
- Protect the Great Lakes from pollution and invasive species
- Transition to clean energy sources and reduce carbon emissions
- Focus on making Michigan energy independent
- Support sustainable agriculture and farming practices
source ↗ (opens the page at this passage) · ambrose4congress.com/priorities
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We all want to live in a safe and secure community. Ben is committed to keeping our communities safe through smart, effective policies.
- Support community policing and police accountability measures
- Increased law enforcement training and transparency
- Invest in violence prevention and intervention programs
- Improve emergency response capabilities and increased pay for all public servants
- Combat the opioid crisis with treatment and prevention
source ↗ (opens the page at this passage) · ambrose4congress.com/priorities
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MoneyWho pays for the campaign, and where does it go?

Raised

$186.5K

$186,504

Spent

$153.2K

$153,161

Cash on hand

$33K

$32,956

FEC filings, Apr 1, 2025 to Oct 14, 2026 · Official FEC bulk data · committee C00908079

Raised, spent and cash over time by FEC report

82¢ of every dollar raised has been spent across 8 reports ($153.2K of $186.5K). Cash on hand went from $5.6K on Jun 30, 2025 to $33K on Oct 14, 2026.

Raised, spent and cash on hand by FEC report
Report	Raised in the period	Spent in the period	Cash on hand at its close
JULY QUARTERLY 2025 through Jun 30, 2025	$6,580	$1,007	$5,623
OCTOBER QUARTERLY 2025 through Sep 30, 2025	$17,551	$6,552	$16,623
YEAR-END 2025 through Dec 31, 2025	$7,380	$3,367	$20,636
APRIL QUARTERLY 2026 through Mar 31, 2026	$22,578	$14,663	$28,113
JULY QUARTERLY 2026 through Jun 30, 2026	$29,922	$31,802	$26,232
PRE-PRIMARY 2026 through Jul 15, 2026	$1,083	$5,448	$21,868
OCTOBER QUARTERLY 2026 through Sep 30, 2026	$96,465	$77,287	$41,045
PRE-GENERAL 2026 through Oct 14, 2026	$4,945	$13,034	$32,956

Each report’s own period, as filed with the FEC; a report filed again counts once, as its latest copy.

Where the money came from $186,504 reported receipts

Itemized (over $200)Donors who have given more than $200 this cycle, so the FEC itemizes (names) them.$120,63865%

Largest donors

Patsy AmbroseOne contribution on Mar 17, 2026 · RETIRED · NORTH MUSKEGON, MI$3,500
Jay Barnhart2 contributions, latest Jun 18, 2026 · NOT EMPLOYED · BALDWIN, MI$3,500
James CaldwellOne contribution on Sep 29, 2025 · WEB DESIGNER · JFNC STRATEGIES LLC · ROANOKE, VA$3,500
Anthony HelferichOne contribution on Jun 6, 2025 · COO · GOLD MEDAL ROOFING · DAPHNE, AL$3,500
Martin LaginaOne contribution on Feb 1, 2026 · ROCK MICHIGAN · CEO · TRAVERSE CITY, MI$3,500
Olivia LaginaOne contribution on May 4, 2026 · GEOLOGIST · NOT EMPLOYED · TRAVERSE CITY, MI$3,500
Sean LenehanOne contribution on Sep 26, 2025 · COO · APTIVE RESOURCES · ALEXANDRIA, VA$3,500
Gino MillerOne contribution on May 15, 2026 · NOT EMPLOYED · LELAND, MI$3,500
Rachele Lenehan3 contributions, latest Mar 23, 2026 · CEO · APTIVE RESOURCES · ALEXANDRIA, VA

Top donor states
Name		Amount
Michigan home40 contributions · 56%		$36,610
Virginia11 contributions · 18%		$12,050
Alabama2 contributions · 7.6%		$5,000
New Hampshire2 contributions · 4.6%		$3,000
California4 contributions · 4.2%		$2,750
Washington2 contributions · 3.1%		$2,000
Texas4 contributions · 2.7%		$1,750
Florida1 contribution · 0.8%		$500

Top donor states

Name

Amount

Michigan home40 contributions · 56%

$36,610

Virginia11 contributions · 18%

$12,050

Alabama2 contributions · 7.6%

$5,000

New Hampshire2 contributions · 4.6%

$3,000

California4 contributions · 4.2%

$2,750

Washington2 contributions · 3.1%

$2,000

Texas4 contributions · 2.7%

$1,750

Florida1 contribution · 0.8%

$500

Donors’ employers
Employer as filed		Amount
Not employedWritten instead of an employer · 27 contributions · 39% of ranked		$23,660
RetiredWritten instead of an employer · 6 contributions · 14% of ranked		$8,750
Aptive Resources5 contributions · 11% of ranked		$6,800
CEO1 contribution · 5.8% of ranked		$3,500
Gold Medal Roofing1 contribution · 5.8% of ranked		$3,500
JFNC Strategies LLC1 contribution · 5.8% of ranked		$3,500
Self-employedWritten instead of an employer · 6 contributions · 5.2% of ranked		$3,150
Attorney2 contributions · 1.2% of ranked		$750

Donors’ employers

Employer as filed

Amount

Not employedWritten instead of an employer · 27 contributions · 39% of ranked

$23,660

RetiredWritten instead of an employer · 6 contributions · 14% of ranked

$8,750

Aptive Resources5 contributions · 11% of ranked

$6,800

CEO1 contribution · 5.8% of ranked

$3,500

Gold Medal Roofing1 contribution · 5.8% of ranked

$3,500

JFNC Strategies LLC1 contribution · 5.8% of ranked

$3,500

Self-employedWritten instead of an employer · 6 contributions · 5.2% of ranked

$3,150

Attorney2 contributions · 1.2% of ranked

$750

Name		Amount
Koch, Jennifer G6 payments · 11% of all spending		$16,500
Everyaction4 payments · 4.9% of all spending		$7,495
Pete's Printing1 payment · 3.8% of all spending		$5,759
Copes Auto Repair2 payments · 3.5% of all spending		$5,321
Klassen, Emily3 payments · 3.3% of all spending		$5,049
The Pivot Group3 payments · 3% of all spending		$4,655
Mccarver, Lauren1 payment · 2.6% of all spending		$4,000
Caldwell, James1 payment · 2.3% of all spending		$3,500

Occupation as filed		Amount
Not employedWritten instead of an occupation · 25 contributions · 33% of ranked		$19,660
COO2 contributions · 12% of ranked		$7,000
RetiredWritten instead of an occupation · 5 contributions · 9.1% of ranked		$5,500
CEO4 contributions · 5.9% of ranked		$3,550
Geologist1 contribution · 5.8% of ranked		$3,500
Rock Michigan1 contribution · 5.8% of ranked		$3,500
WEB Designer1 contribution · 5.8% of ranked		$3,500
Data Scientist1 contribution · 3.3% of ranked		$2,000

Benjamin Ambrose

SummaryAt a glance

Their wordsWhat does Ambrose say they will do?

1Priority 1: Make Life More Affordable 2 statements

2Priority 2: Strengthen our Schools 2 statements

3Priority 3: Champion Medicare for All 2 statements

4Priority 4: Fighting for Those who Fought for Us 2 statements

5Priority 5: Protecting our Natural Environment 2 statements

6Priority 6: Keeping our Communities Safe 2 statements

MoneyWho pays for the campaign, and where does it go?

Raised, spent and cash over time by FEC report

Where the money came from $186,504 reported receipts

Largest donors

EndorsementsWho does Ambrose’s campaign say backs them?

Unions 4

Organizations 4

Newspapers 1

BallotWhen is Ambrose on the ballot?

AboutWhere does this page come from?

Earlier cycles

Federal records

Campaign pages read 2 pages

Committees that gave

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Party committees that gave

Where the donors live $65,410 placed by state

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Top states

Donors’ employers as filed

Outside spending $18,117 about Ambrose

What the payments were for $66,151 itemized

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