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Candidates › TN-05 race › 2025–2026
D Democratic nominee for U.S. House, TN-05
Has not served in Congress
3 priorities from chazmolder.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.
At the heart of Tennessee lies a spirit of community, integrity, and hard work. As your Congressman, I will be committed to restoring trust in our government by advocating for a ban on stock trading by members of Congress. This is not only about ethics, it’s about ensuring that our leaders prioritize the needs of their constituents over their own personal gain. We must stop the chaos that has plagued Washington and focus on creating a government that works for all of us—with a Representative who listens, responds, and takes action on the issues that matter to you. Together, we can foster a political climate that values transparency, accountability, and common sense solutions.
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Too many families in Tennessee are feeling the squeeze as the cost of living continues to rise, and our current leaders in Washington are failing to address this crisis. It’s becoming increasingly difficult for hardworking individuals and families to make ends meet, let alone get ahead. We cannot stand by and let this trend continue. I am dedicated to championing affordability for Tennessee families, farmers, and seniors. This means advocating for policies that lower everyday expenses, such as healthcare, housing, and groceries. We also must empower workers by standing up for the right to organize and strengthening labor protections. By working together, we can create a future where every Tennessean can thrive. I will never forget where I came from, and I will fight to ensure that our economic policies reflect the values and needs of our community.
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Access to affordable healthcare is a basic right, yet many, especially in our rural communities, face significant challenges. I am committed to fighting for lower healthcare costs and ensuring that our rural hospitals receive the support they need to stay open and serve our families effectively. Protecting these vital healthcare resources is essential to improving health outcomes for all residents. We must work to eliminate barriers to care, expand health insurance coverage, and invest in preventive services to keep our communities healthy. Together, we can build a healthcare system that prioritizes patients over profits and ensures that everyone has the care they deserve.
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FEC filings, Jul 1, 2025 to Oct 14, 2026 · Official FEC bulk data · committee C00918581
84¢ of every dollar raised has been spent across 7 reports ($3M of $3.5M). Cash on hand went from $763.9K on Sep 30, 2025 to $560.5K on Oct 14, 2026.
| Report | Raised in the period | Spent in the period | Cash on hand at its close |
|---|---|---|---|
| OCTOBER QUARTERLY 2025 through Sep 30, 2025 | $797,635 | $33,763 | $763,872 |
| YEAR-END 2025 through Dec 31, 2025 | $412,744 | $198,639 | $977,977 |
| APRIL QUARTERLY 2026 through Mar 31, 2026 | $615,269 | $319,071 | $1,274,175 |
| JULY QUARTERLY 2026 through Jun 30, 2026 | $664,458 | $382,111 | $1,556,521 |
| PRE-PRIMARY 2026 through Jul 17, 2026 | $109,669 | $183,994 | $1,482,196 |
| OCTOBER QUARTERLY 2026 through Sep 30, 2026 | $780,571 | $1,198,611 | $1,064,156 |
| PRE-GENERAL 2026 through Oct 14, 2026 | $151,433 | $655,093 | $560,495 |
Each report’s own period, as filed with the FEC; a report filed again counts once, as its latest copy.
5 endorsers listed on Chaz Molder’s own campaign site: 3 officials, 2 unions.
This is the campaign's claim, checked by an editor against its page; the endorsers have not confirmed it to us. Each name opens the campaign’s page with that name highlighted.
“Chaz has the experience, character, intelligence, and work ethic to effectively represent the large and diverse Fifth District,” said Congressman Steve Cohen. “During his time as mayor, he has proven himself to be a thoughtful and capable leader who delivers for his community. I believe he will be a star of the 2026 Democratic class, and I’m confident he will make all of us proud.”
“I am incredibly proud to endorse Chaz Molder in his campaign to represent Tennessee’s 5th Congressional District,” said Congressman Jim Cooper. “Through his time as Mayor of Columbia, Chaz has focused on bringing people together to bring real solutions to Middle Tennessee families. We deserve a representative who will put this district first, who cares about the issues we face here at home, and who can get the job done—I have full faith and confidence that Chaz Molder is that person and look forward to him bringing real representation back to TN-05.”
“Chaz Molder has deep family ties in the Middle and West TN counties that now comprise the 5th Congressional District,” said Congressman Tanner. “This is important because he knows who we are, where we live, and what our values mean to us. I have no doubt that he can effectively represent us in the United States Congress. Chaz is a devoted family man and possesses the energy, intellect, and vision sorely needed in our nation’s capital. In this time of political division, I know Chaz has the courage to do what is right for us and for America. I wholeheartedly endorse his candidacy and urge all”
Plumbers and Pipefitters UA Local 572
“The Teamsters Rail Conference is proud to endorse Chaz Molder for Congress. Chaz has shown a clear commitment to fighting for good paying jobs that allow working people to provide for their families. We know that he will be the ally we need in Washington, especially at this time when rail workers and working families need one most. Andy Ogles has let us down – as prices continue to rise, we trust that Chaz Molder will fight for our members to ensure their safety and financial stability.”
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Official FEC filing record for the current cycle. The priorities they publish are quoted from their own site, in their order.
Statements are quoted from these pages exactly. Headings, order and wording are the campaign’s; the record marking is ours.
A donor who gave several times appears once. The 12 largest donors by total given are listed. In all, 1,421 itemized contributions were filed this cycle, totaling $1.5M.
The 12 largest committees by total given are listed. In all, 111 committee contributions were filed this cycle, totaling $293.5K. Counted from the givers' own filings, which can run above the total the campaign itself reports.
Money moved in from the candidate’s other authorized committees, such as a joint fundraising committee. It was raised once and is reported again here on arrival. The 3 largest sources by total given are listed. In all, 4 transfers were filed this cycle, totaling $60.1K.
Total reported receipts $3,531,778
Every dollar the committee reported receiving this cycle, split by the source the FEC filing attributes it to. Open a source marked + to see who gave. FEC filings through Oct 14, 2026.
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87% of the money placed by state came from inside Tennessee: $1.3M of $1.5M.
| Name | Amount |
|---|---|
| 1,277 contributions · 87% | $1,333,332 |
| 18 contributions · 2.4% | $36,120 |
| 10 contributions · 2.1% | $32,100 |
| 12 contributions · 1.8% | $27,074 |
| 6 contributions · 1% | $14,650 |
| 4 contributions · 0.9% | $14,356 |
| 11 contributions · 0.8% | $12,450 |
| 19 contributions · 0.7% | $10,300 |
By the state each donor wrote on the filing, across 29 states and territories. Donors who have given $200 or less this cycle are not itemized, so they cannot be placed on a map. The FEC’s grouping also counts joint-fundraising memo lines, so these rows can add up to more than the itemized total.
| Employer as filed | Amount |
|---|---|
| Written instead of an employer · 512 contributions · 30% of ranked | $422,032 |
| Written instead of an employer · 73 contributions · 8.7% of ranked | $121,053 |
| Written instead of an employer · 96 contributions · 7.6% of ranked | $106,373 |
| 3 contributions · 2.1% of ranked | $29,000 |
| Written instead of an employer · 2 contributions · 1.5% of ranked | $21,000 |
| 2 contributions · 1.5% of ranked | $21,000 |
| 3 contributions · 1.2% of ranked | $17,000 |
| 1 contribution · 1% of ranked | $14,000 |
A further $14,867 came from donors whose answer names no employer (N/A, blank), so it is not ranked. Ranked from the largest 200 of 201 employer spellings filed; each share is of the money in those. Itemized gifts over $200, grouped by the words donors filed: not an industry classification, and a gift from an employee is not a gift from the employer. The FEC’s grouping also counts joint-fundraising memo lines, so these rows can add up to more than the itemized total. Gifts of $200 or less ($422,637) are not itemized, so no employer or occupation is filed for them.
Money groups spent on their own, not through a campaign. Each ad is filed against the candidate it names, so money attacking an opponent shows on the opponent’s row. Open a candidate to see who spent it.
The campaign also refunded $34,976 in contributions, which the categories below do not include.
Total itemized disbursements $2,372,610
Every itemized payment the committee reported this cycle, sorted by what it said each one was for. The categories are ours; the wording they are matched against is the committee’s own. Open a category to read the filed descriptions and who was paid. FEC filings through Oct 14, 2026.
All 587 itemized payments filed this cycle. Spending below the itemization threshold is not filed line by line.
25 payments were reported as a lump sum, such as a card or payroll bill, with the detail filed underneath as memo entries. Those entries, $146,113 in all, are counted under the payee and purpose they name rather than under the processor that was paid. The total is the same either way.
| Name | Amount |
|---|---|
| 15 payments · 42% of all spending | $1,256,920 |
| 90 payments · 6.5% of all spending | $194,166 |
| 12 payments · 6.3% of all spending | $187,265 |
| 4 payments · 3.9% of all spending | $117,266 |
| 11 payments · 3.9% of all spending | $115,512 |
| 5 payments · 2.9% of all spending | $87,644 |
| 100 payments · 1.9% of all spending | $55,841 |
| 10 payments · 1.3% of all spending | $38,150 |
The people, firms and committees paid the most, across every kind of payment. Each share is of everything the committee reported spending this cycle, not only the itemized payments above. A payee that is itself a committee links to its own profile.
| Occupation as filed | Amount |
|---|---|
| Written instead of an occupation · 512 contributions · 28% of ranked | $422,032 |
| 200 contributions · 15% of ranked | $224,669 |
| Written instead of an occupation · 73 contributions · 8% of ranked | $121,053 |
| 51 contributions · 3.2% of ranked | $47,996 |
| 2 contributions · 1.9% of ranked | $28,000 |
| 17 contributions · 1.7% of ranked | $25,550 |
| 16 contributions · 1.6% of ranked | $24,900 |
| 15 contributions · 1.5% of ranked | $23,200 |
A further $867 came from donors whose answer names no occupation (blank), so it is not ranked. Ranked from the largest 200 of 201 occupation spellings filed; each share is of the money in those. Itemized gifts over $200, grouped by the words donors filed: not an industry classification, and a gift from an employee is not a gift from the employer. The FEC’s grouping also counts joint-fundraising memo lines, so these rows can add up to more than the itemized total. Gifts of $200 or less ($422,637) are not itemized, so no employer or occupation is filed for them.