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Candidates › WA-08 race › 2025–2026
Trinh Ha
RepublicanU.S. House, WA-08Washington
Has not served in Congress
- On the ballot
- Lost the open primaryAug 4, 2026 · 28,340 votes (14.8%) · 3 of 6 · count stopped at 99% reporting · Kim Schrier and Spencer Meline are on the November ballot
- Top priorities
- The government should do a few things well and do them right.
- Strong Schools
- Safe Streets
- Smart Immigration
- People-First Economy
- Money
- $178K raised, $174.4K spent, $3.6K cash on hand (through Sep 30, 2026). Where it comes from
- Who gives
- 33% of individual money from donors at $200 or less · 74% from Washington
- Backed by
- Federation of Asian American Voters. As the campaign lists them
6 priorities from trinhhaforcongress.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.
Government exists to do a few things well: defend our freedoms, keep us safe, and create the conditions for families and businesses to thrive. That means putting America, and Americans, above all else. Washington has long drifted from these responsibilities. I’m running to bring politics back to the basics and to get them right.
source ↗ (opens the page at this passage) · trinhhaforcongress.com/issues
The Constitution and Our Freedoms: The Constitution is the rulebook of our country. I will defend free speech, religious freedom, and the right to bear arms. I will oppose any attempt to weaken those rights.
Second Amendment: The Second Amendment is a fundamental right. I will defend it without apology, protect law-abiding Americans, and enforce the law to keep guns out of criminal hands.
Freedom of Speech: Free speech is the foundation of American freedom. I will protect it, defend open debate, and oppose censorship.
National Defense: A nation that cannot defend itself cannot remain free. I will support a strong military, stand firmly with our troops, and honor our Veterans.
Immigration and Rule of Law: A nation that does not control its borders cannot enforce its laws. I will enforce our laws, stop illegal crossings, and make our immigration process faster and fairer.
China: China is the strategic challenge of our time. We must protect our country and our economy by strengthening deterrence, confronting unfair trade, and stopping CCP interference.
Strong Schools: I support teaching reading, writing, math, history, and civics–the fundamentals. I will expand school choice so parents can choose where and what their children learn.
Safe Streets: No society can stand without law and order. When you break the law, there are consequences. I will stand with our police and keep criminals off our streets.
Children First: Children deserve to grow up safe and healthy. I will support laws that protect them from crimes, dangerous drugs, and harmful chemicals in our food.
Veterans First: America owes a lasting debt to those who served. More than 45,000 Veterans live in Washington’s 8th District. I will make sure they receive the care and support they deserve.
Small Businesses and Jobs: Small businesses power our communities. I will oppose tax hikes, make small-business tax relief permanent, allow businesses to write off the full cost of new equipment right away, and cut regulations that make it hard to grow and thrive.
Farmers and Agriculture: Central Washington farmers feed America and the world. I will stand with family farms, protect reliable water access, and defend the markets they rely on.
Energy and Cost of Living: High energy prices drive up the cost of living for every family. I will support American energy, including hydropower and nuclear power, to keep the lights on and energy bills down.
Government Spending: The federal government is borrowing trillions and leaving our children the debt. I will oppose tax hikes, cut waste and fraud, and rein in federal spending.
Leadership: A free people, a safe country, and the chance to build a good life. These are the principles that guide me—and the fundamental basics I will fight for in Congress. People are tired of party politics over real solutions. I’ll work across the aisle—because families don’t live in partisan silos, and neither should our solutions. It’s time to put good policy over party and get results for our communities.
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As a mother, an immigrant, and someone whose own journey was made possible by access to learning, I know that education is not just a policy issue. It’s a promise—that every child, no matter their background or ZIP code, will have the tools to thrive.
That means giving local communities the power to shape their schools. It means making curriculum transparent and engaging parents as partners in their child’s future. It means investing in technical education, community colleges, and the skilled trades so that every student has a path to success.
Washington’s 8th District is home to hardworking families who value education not only as a personal good, but as a public trust. In Congress, I will work to make sure federal policy respects the autonomy of our local districts, the diversity of our communities, and the aspirations of our children.
source ↗ (opens the page at this passage) · trinhhaforcongress.com/issues
As parents, we want our children to walk to school without fear and to know that help will come when we need it.
Public safety isn’t an abstract policy; it’s about peace of mind. That’s why I’ll make sure our local law enforcement is well-trained, well-equipped, and held to the highest standards. I’ll confront the fentanyl crisis with tough penalties for traffickers and real investment in treatment and mental health care.
I’ll also strengthen community partnerships—between police, families, and local leaders—because crime prevention starts close to home. Whether you live in a city, suburb, or rural town, you deserve to feel safe in your community.
source ↗ (opens the page at this passage) · trinhhaforcongress.com/issues
My family came to America seeking freedom and a chance to rebuild our lives. That experience taught me that immigration must be both strong and fair—upholding the rule of law while honoring America’s promise of opportunity. Legal integrity and human dignity are not opposing values; together, they define who we are.
I’ll work to secure our borders, stop illegal trafficking, and enforce our immigration laws, while making the legal process clearer, faster, and more accountable. Families, farmers, and small businesses in Washington’s 8th District deserve a system that works—one that protects our communities and treats people with dignity.
I’ll also modernize guest worker programs so farms and essential industries have access to a legal, reliable workforce.
Immigration built this country. It still can—if we do it wisely, with compassion and common sense.
source ↗ (opens the page at this passage) · trinhhaforcongress.com/issues
In Washington’s 8th District, small businesses and working families are the backbone of our economy, but they’re being crushed by red tape and rising costs. I know this firsthand—my husband runs a small business. I see the challenges entrepreneurs face every day just trying to keep their doors open.
That’s why I’ll fight to simplify the tax code, cut needless regulations that strangle growth, and invest in infrastructure that helps rural businesses compete. I’ll also expand job training, apprenticeships, and technical education so every student has a pathway to a real career.
And I’ll modernize how we support small businesses—from easier access to capital to the right to repair, so local shops can compete, and families save money. Because when small businesses thrive, families and communities thrive.
source ↗ (opens the page at this passage) · trinhhaforcongress.com/issues
Nearly 42,000 Veterans call Washington’s 8th District home, including thousands of Vietnam-era Veterans who deserve our full support. Yet, too many face long waits at the VA, limited access to local providers, and a maze of red tape.
In Congress, I’ll fight to expand job training, housing assistance, and career pathways for Veterans returning to civilian life. I’ll make sure every Veteran gets timely access to healthcare and mental health services—whether through the VA or trusted community providers. And I’ll strengthen partnerships with local clinics and organizations across our district to deliver real results.
Caring for our Veterans is not just policy; it’s a solemn obligation. Those who served our nation should never have to fight for the care and respect they’ve already earned.
source ↗ (opens the page at this passage) · trinhhaforcongress.com/issues