United States Representative District 5 in Congressional District 5, Oklahoma

2026 Primary Election

• Stephanie Bice — Incumbent United States Representative in Edmond, OK

  Stephanie Bice, a fourth-generation Oklahoman, serves as the U.S. Representative for Oklahoma's 5th Congressional District since 2021. An Oklahoma State University alumna with a marketing background, she previously spent six years in the Oklahoma State Senate as Assistant Majority Floor Leader. A strong pro-life conservative, Bice holds A+ and A- ratings from Susan B. Anthony List and the NRA respectively, advocating for the Second Amendment, Oklahoma jobs, and safety. She is on the Appropriations, Science, Space, and Technology, and House Administration committees, and is up for reelection in 2026.

• Jena Nelson — Nonprofit development professional, corporate leadership developer, and small business owner in OK

  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.

• Trey Martin — Ironworker, union leader in Edmond, OK

  Trey Martin is a Democratic candidate for U.S. House representing Oklahoma's 5th Congressional District in 2026. An ironworker and president of Ironworkers Local 48, the union leader campaigns on fighting for working people, emphasizing "kitchen table" issues like wages, healthcare, and Social Security. He advocates for raising the minimum wage, strengthening unions, lowering prescription drug prices, and protecting personal medical decisions. Martin, who lives in Edmond, also supports upholding tribal sovereignty, comprehensive veteran job training, term limits, and banning congressional stock trading. He positions himself as a blue-collar candidate focused on policy that directly affects Oklahomans, aiming to appeal across the political spectrum. He is endorsed by Senator Bernie Sanders.

• Robert P. Henri — Candidate for U.S. House in Edmond, OK

  Robert P. Henri is an independent candidate seeking to represent Oklahoma's 5th Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives. He is on the ballot for the general election scheduled for November 3, 2026, with the primary set for June 16, 2026. Henri is running as an independent against incumbent Stephanie Bice and fellow independent Austin Nieves. He officially filed his candidacy from Edmond, Oklahoma. Campaign finance records for his 2026 bid show contributions and expenditures totaling $78.

• Austin Nieves — Dancer, Performer, Accountant, Animal Rescuer, Inventor, Aero-Hydro-Solar Mechanic in Oklahoma City, OK

  Austin Nieves is an Independent candidate vying for a seat in the U.S. House, representing Oklahoma's 5th Congressional District in the November 3, 2026 general election. The 30-year-old from Oklahoma City brings a diverse professional background to his campaign. He is described as a dancer, performer, accountant, animal rescuer, inventor, and an Aero-Hydro-Solar Mechanic. Nieves also held a position as an adjunct instructor at the University of Central Oklahoma, where he completed both a business degree and an MBA. He will appear directly on the general election ballot.