Jena Nelson

Jena Nelson is a candidate for United States Representative District 5 Primary Election in 2026 in Congressional District 5, Oklahoma.

Nonprofit development professional, corporate leadership developer, and small business owner in OK

Also running: Stephanie Bice, Trey Martin, Robert P. Henri, Austin Nieves.

Jena Nelson is a Democratic candidate for Oklahoma’s 5th Congressional District in 2026. An award-winning former public school teacher and 2024 state superintendent candidate, she is also a nonprofit development professional, corporate leadership developer, and small business owner, previously serving with the Oklahoma Faith Network. Her campaign priorities focus on restoring good government, strengthening the middle class, and protecting Social Security and Medicare. Nelson advocates for veteran healthcare, border security, expanding the Child Tax Credit, free school meals, and raising the minimum wage. She aims to expose backroom deals and secure a future that works for all.