Matthew Hayes

Matthew Hayes is a candidate for U.S. Representative District 5 Primary Election in 2026 in Congressional District 5, Washington.

Candidate for U.s. Representative in Spokane, WA

Also running: Nate Powell, Carmela Conroy, Bajun R. Mavalwalla, Michael Mcgarr, Kevin Fagan, Michael Baumgartner, Kyle Usrey, Andrew Bartleson, Ann Marie Danimus, Richard Freudenberg, David Womack.

Matthew Hayes is an Independent Party candidate running for U.S. Representative in Washington's 5th Congressional District, with the primary set for August 4, 2026. His campaign is built on principles of independence from the two-party system, emphasizing a "People-Powered" approach through grassroots donations and rejecting special interest influence. He advocates for anti-corruption measures, pledging transparency and accountability, and commits to running a civil campaign free of mudslinging. Hayes maintains an official campaign website where he outlines key issues and seeks community engagement.