RUN GEN Z ENDORSES OVER 220 CANDIDATES IN THE 2026 MIDTERMS

Largest slate in the organization’s history caps its “250 for the 250th” initiative

Arlington, VA — Run Gen Z today endorsed 222 candidates in the November 3 midterm elections, the largest slate of young conservatives the organization has ever backed.

The slate is the final piece of “250 for the 250th,” Run Gen Z’s drive to put 250 young conservatives on the ballot during America’s 250th anniversary year. The organization passed that goal in August and has now backed more than 300 candidates across this cycle’s primary and general elections.

The slate reaches into 45 states and every level of government, from school board and county commission to state legislature and Congress.

“Run Gen Z has spent years building the bench of young conservative leaders in state and local office, and the momentum is behind us. We have identified the next generation of leaders across this country, and today we are endorsing 222 of them. They did not wait their turn, and they will shape the future of this nation for years to come.”

Adam Pennings, Executive Director, Run Gen Z

The 2026 Run Gen Z Slate

Candidates endorsed for the November 3, 2026 general election, listed by state.

Congressional Races

State Legislative Races

Local Races

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Run Gen Z empowers and recruits the next generation of conservative leaders by identifying future public servants, equipping them with the tools to succeed, and building a nationwide network of young elected officials. Since its founding in 2020, Run Gen Z has worked with more than 1,200 young conservatives interested in running for office, and its Rising Stars Club connects over 185 young conservatives already serving in elected office.