Vincent Backen

Candidate for State Senator in Libby, MT

Vincent Backen is a candidate for State Senator District 1 in Montana State Senate District 1, Montana — 2026 Primary Election.

Also running: Neil Duram, Steve Gunderson, Jonathan Russell Jameson.

Vincent Backen is a 5th generation Montanan running for Montana State Senate District 1 in 2026. He is positioning himself as a conservative Republican, having introduced his candidacy to a group of noted conservative Republicans and advocating for "hand-ups" over "hand-outs." His campaign emphasizes keeping Montana strong, focusing on people, property, and the environment. He actively invests his hard-earned money into Lincoln County, particularly his hometown of Libby, aiming to make it stronger and promote Montana as a great place to invest. He has received an endorsement from Love Inc.