👤 About Michael Bridgford
Michael Bridgford is a Independent candidate for U.S. House, District 1 in Iowa’s 2026 federal election cycle. Through the most recent FEC filings, the campaign has reported $190K raised, $65K spent, and $125K in cash on hand. Contributions break down as $62K from individuals and $5K from PACs and party committees. Of that, $23K (12%) came from the candidate’s own contributions to the campaign. The committee reports $100K in outstanding debts. The race’s incumbent is Republican Mariannette Jane Miller-Meeks.
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💰 Campaign finance
Raised$190K
Cash on hand$125K
Per FEC reports, 2026 cycle
🏁 The race for U.S. House · District 1
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IND · $190K raised
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2026 candidate profile
Michael Bridgford
IND · Challenger
Running for: Iowa House District 01
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Biography
Michael Bridgford is a Independent candidate for U.S. House, District 1 in Iowa’s 2026 federal election cycle. Through the most recent FEC filings, the campaign has reported $190K raised, $65K spent, and $125K in cash on hand. Contributions break down as $62K from individuals and $5K from PACs and party committees. Of that, $23K (12%) came from the candidate’s own contributions to the campaign. The committee reports $100K in outstanding debts. The race’s incumbent is Republican Mariannette Jane Miller-Meeks.
Compiled from public FEC filings and race data. A detailed profile is being expanded.
FEC filing
FEC IDH6IA01213
OfficeIowa House District 01
PartyIND
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🗳 2026 Election
U.S. House — Iowa District 01
Primary: Jun 2, 2026 (3 months ago)
· General: November 3, 2026