Representative in Congress District 2 in Congressional District 2, Missouri

2026 Primary Election

• Peter A. Pfeifer — Entrepreneur in MO

  Peter A. Pfeifer is a Republican candidate seeking to represent Missouri's 2nd Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives. Born in Richmond Heights, Missouri, he graduated from Clayton High School and earned an associate degree from SLCC Forest Park in 1996. His professional background is in commercial real estate, where he has worked as a broker and identifies as an entrepreneur. Pfeifer advocates for a conservative platform, supporting major tax cuts, reduced federal spending, and making tax cuts on Social Security, overtime, and tips permanent. He proposes ending income tax for individuals earning under $150,000 annually. On immigration, he emphasizes deporting illegal immigrants, particularly terrorists and criminals with due process, and supports "America First" policies and stronger U.S. sovereignty at the border. He opposes public funding for abortion providers, aligning with conservative policy goals on reproductive rights. Pfeifer is on the ballot for the August 2026 Republican primary.

• Brandon Wilkinson — Truck driver in MO

  Brandon Wilkinson, a Republican, is campaigning for the U.S. House to represent Missouri's 2nd Congressional District. His professional background includes experience as a truck driver. Wilkinson has also been involved in political advocacy as a co-founder and vice president of the America First P.A.C.T. He is participating in the Republican primary scheduled for August 4, 2026, where he is one of several candidates challenging incumbent Ann Wagner.

• Ann Wagner — Incumbent Representative in Congress in MO

  Ann Wagner, a Republican, has represented Missouri's 2nd Congressional District since January 2013 and is seeking re-election in 2026. She holds leadership positions, chairing subcommittees on both the House Financial Services and Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence. Wagner's legislative agenda focuses on supporting local law enforcement, ensuring USPS accountability in St. Louis, advocating for Missouri farmers, and strengthening national security through export controls to limit foreign adversaries' access to American technology, particularly China. She also championed the Gateway Partnership Act and the GRACIE Act.

• Matthew R. Grant — Attorney in MO

  Matthew Grant is a lawyer seeking election to the U.S. House of Representatives for Missouri's 2nd Congressional District in 2026. An alumnus of Francis Howell High School and Truman State University (1997), he furthered his education with a J.D. from the University of Missouri School of Law. His distinguished legal career, including work at Husch Blackwell LLP and his current role as a partner at Pierson Ferdinand LLP since March 2026, highlights his expertise in complex litigation, notably securing an $80 million toxic tort class action settlement. Grant advocates for anti-corruption, people-powered campaigns, and civility, running on a platform emphasizing transparent governance.

• Elizabeth Sparks-Holmes — Candidate for U.S. House of Representatives in MO

  Elizabeth Sparks-Holmes is a Republican candidate seeking to represent Missouri's 2nd Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives during the 2026 election cycle. She is slated to appear on the Republican primary ballot on August 4, 2026, competing against incumbent Ann Wagner and several other candidates. Sparks-Holmes has established an authorized campaign committee, Elizabeth Sparks-Holmes for Congress, registered with the Federal Election Commission. Details regarding her educational background or prior professional experience are not publicly available.

• Timothy D. Bilash — Physician (Obstetrics & Gynecology) in MO

  Timothy D. Bilash is a Democratic candidate for the U.S. House of Representatives in Missouri's 2nd Congressional District in 2026. A physician specializing in Obstetrics & Gynecology, his professional background includes clinical practice, scientific research, and data analysis. He holds degrees from the University at Albany (SUNY) and the University of Illinois, where he earned his M.D. and graduate degrees. Bilash's political ideology is described as Progressive Democrat. He advocates for single-payer/universal healthcare and rebalancing U.S. tax laws to address corruption, fund expanded public programs, and reduce the influence of wealthy investors. He has previously sought election to the U.S. House in California.

• Joan Vondras — Elementary school teacher in MO

  Joan VonDras is a Democratic candidate for U.S. House, representing Missouri’s 2nd Congressional District in the August 4, 2026 primary. A Constitutional Democrat, she brings over 30 years of experience as an elementary school teacher in the Parkway and Clayton school districts. VonDras is campaigning to restore trust in Congress and ensure representatives listen to constituents. Her platform includes strengthening democracy by upholding citizen-approved amendments, supporting the Equal Rights Amendment, and codifying Roe v. Wade. She aims to break through gridlock, prioritizing solutions over partisanship, and seeks to enact legislation that improves people's lives and fosters unity.

• Fred Wellman — Podcast host in Wildwood, MO

  Fred Wellman, a retired U.S. Army aviator with 22 years of service and four combat tours, is seeking the Democratic nomination for Missouri’s 2nd Congressional District in 2026. A Wildwood resident and host of the "On Democracy" podcast, he previously served as executive director of The Lincoln Project. Wellman supports expanding healthcare access, bolstering veterans' welfare, and protecting Social Security and Medicare. He is running because he believes the district deserves a representative who listens and acts for working families, sharply criticizing the recent redistricting effort and incumbent Rep. Ann Wagner for supporting it and allegedly enriching herself.

• Brandon Coulter Daugherty — Candidate for Representative in Congress in MO

  Brandon Daugherty is a Libertarian candidate for the U.S. House of Representatives, seeking to represent Missouri's 2nd Congressional District. He is running in the Libertarian primary for the 2026 election, scheduled for August 4, 2026. Daugherty has previously sought this office, having advanced from the Libertarian primary in 2024 and appeared on the general election ballot where he received 2.1% of the vote. He actively engages with potential voters, having completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey.