Austin Nieves

Austin Nieves is an Independent candidate vying for a seat in the U.S. House, representing Oklahoma's 5th Congressional District in the November 3, 2026 general election. The 30-year-old from Oklahoma City brings a diverse professional background to his campaign. He is described as a dancer, performer, accountant, animal rescuer, inventor, and an Aero-Hydro-Solar Mechanic. Nieves also held a position as an adjunct instructor at the University of Central Oklahoma, where he completed both a business degree and an MBA. He will appear directly on the general election ballot.