Tracie Halvorsen

Tracie Halvorsen, a Republican and trained paralegal, sought election to the Utah State Senate in District 18 in 2026. Inspired by helping citizens challenge government overreach, she believes law should shield people, not empower the powerful. Her platform focused on defending faith, family, and freedom, serving as a constitutional watchman. Halvorsen advocates for safeguarding constitutional rights, exposing government abuses, empowering citizens, and protecting local control. She has challenged Second Chance Primaries, led the Restore Utah's Flag Initiative, contributed to election integrity, and co-founded Guardians of Utah's Freedom & Future. She lost in the Republican convention on April 25, 2026.