U.S. House District 2 in Congressional District 2, Utah

2026 Primary Election

• Daniel Cottam — Bariatric Surgeon in Salt Lake City, UT

  Daniel Cottam is a practicing bariatric surgeon based in Salt Lake City, Utah. He began his academic journey at Brigham Young University for undergraduate studies, subsequently earning his medical degree from the University of Texas after growing up in Houston, Texas. Cottam is a proponent of allowing pharmaceutical purchases across state and international borders, arguing against government intervention to protect corporate profits. He has been identified as a Libertarian candidate in previous political campaigns.

• Carlton E. Bowen — Candidate for U.S. House in UT

  Carlton E. Bowen is campaigning for a seat in the U.S. House, representing Utah's 2nd Congressional District in the 2026 election. Affiliated with the Independent American Party, he successfully secured his party's nomination by winning the convention on April 10, 2026, where he defeated Neil Hansen. Bowen is now slated to appear on the ballot for the general election on November 3, 2026. He enters the race as a challenger. His prior political experience includes a bid for the U.S. Senate in Utah in 2024, an election he ultimately lost. For his current U.S. House campaign, initial financial disclosures report no contributions or expenditures. In contrast, his 2024 Senate campaign recorded over $31,000 in contributions.

• Robert M. Moesinger — General and Gastrointestinal Surgeon in Ogden, UT

  Robert M. Moesinger is a dedicated general and gastrointestinal surgeon practicing in Ogden, Utah. A native of Washington D.C. who grew up in Ogden, he is a graduate of Ogden High School and the University of Utah School of Medicine. After completing extensive medical training, including a general surgery residency and fellowships in gastrointestinal and pancreatic surgery at Johns Hopkins Hospital, he served as an Assistant Professor at the University of Maryland. In 2006, he returned to Ogden, where he now specializes in pancreatic surgery, GI oncologic surgery, and abdominal wall reconstruction, affiliated with McKay-Dee Hospital and Ogden Regional Medical Center. Moesinger is married with five children and seven grandchildren. He is running as an Independent challenger for Utah House District 2.

• Peter Crosby — Candidate for U.S. House in UT

  Peter Crosby is a Democratic candidate for U.S. House in Utah's 2nd Congressional District in the 2026 election. With a background in corporate analytics and as an adjunct professor, he is a Cache County resident dedicated to representing Northern Utah. His campaign emphasizes integrity, honest government, and strong communities, focusing on issues like affordable housing, accessible healthcare for rural areas, and an economy that rewards work. Crosby aims to bring a standard of listening and accountability to Congress, rather than relying on party talking points, after launching an early campaign to genuinely understand community needs.

• Neil Hansen — Candidate for U.s. House in UT

  Neil Hansen is a candidate for U.S. House, Utah District 2 in the 2026 election. He previously served as a Democrat in the Utah House of Representatives from 1999 to 2011. Hansen also ran unsuccessfully for Utah treasurer in 2024. In the 2026 election for U.S. House, he sought the nomination of the Independent American Party of Utah but was defeated in the party's convention.

• Jarom Gillins — Technician in Farmington, UT

  Jarom Gillins is a "blue-collar candidate" who served in the U.S. Army from 2017-2019 and worked as a technician, maintaining electrical infrastructure. He emphasizes bringing a working-class perspective to Congress, having experienced life "paycheck-to-paycheck." Gillins advocates for a government that is accountable, fiscally responsible with taxpayer money, and responsive to the needs of working families rather than special interests. He committed to not taking corporate PAC money, funding his campaign through small individual contributions. He ran for the U.S. House in Utah's 2nd Congressional District in 2026, though he did not appear on the Democratic primary ballot after losing in the convention.

• Tyler Farnsworth — Nurse practitioner in UT

  Tyler Farnsworth is a nurse practitioner who attended The Ohio State University. He ran for the U.S. House in Utah's 2nd Congressional District during the 2026 election cycle. As a Democratic candidate, he participated in the party's convention on April 25, 2026, where he was defeated by Peter Crosby. Following this outcome, Farnsworth withdrew from the primary election. His campaign reported receiving $3,413 in contributions and expending $1,450.

• Ian Parrish — Risk management professional in UT

  Ian Parrish is a Democratic candidate who sought to represent Utah's 2nd Congressional District in the 2026 U.S. House election. He earned a high school diploma from Clearfield High School and has professional experience in risk management. Parrish ran on a platform focused on restoring fiscal responsibility and justice. His key policy positions included advocating for a universal Medicare-style healthcare system to lower costs and expand coverage, supporting lower prescription drug prices, and protecting personal medical freedom. He also aimed to address the national debt, fix broken trade policies to reduce the cost of living, and strengthen local care providers. He was eliminated at the Democratic convention on April 25, 2026, and subsequently withdrew from the primary.

• Colton R Hatch — Public employee at State Pension System in UT

  Colton R Hatch is a veteran of the U.S. Army National Guard (2016-2022) and a University of Utah alumnus. He previously worked as a financial advisor and currently assists public employees with retirement planning at Utah's State Pension system (URS). A husband and father of four with deep roots in Utah, Hatch is running for U.S. House, representing Utah's 2nd Congressional District. He aims to address economic struggles, strengthen national defense, and implement a Southwestern U.S. water program. Hatch advocates for mass deportations, state-level federal land control, and improving job quality, emphasizing stewardship for future generations.

• Karianne Lisonbee — Incumbent Member, Utah House of Representatives District 14 in UT

  Karianne Lisonbee, a Republican, has served in the Utah House of Representatives, District 14, since 2017, including roles as Assistant Republican Whip and Republican Whip. With 16 years of public service, she is known as a proven conservative. Lisonbee is challenging for the U.S. House, Utah's 2nd Congressional District, having advanced from the Republican convention where she defeated incumbent Blake Moore. Her platform prioritizes pro-life policies, expanding Second Amendment rights, securing the border, increasing healthcare transparency, and advocating for energy production while opposing Green New Deal policies. She has garnered significant support, including endorsements from a majority of Utah House Republicans and the College Republicans of America.

• Blake D. Moore — Incumbent U.S. Representative in Ogden, UT

  Blake D. Moore is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for Utah’s 1st congressional district since January 2021. Born and raised in Ogden, Utah, he is a former diplomat who served a missionary assignment in South Korea and holds degrees from the University of Utah and Northwestern University. Before Congress, he worked as a a management consultant and co-chaired the "Better Boundaries" campaign for independent redistricting. A moderate Republican, he is known for his work on lowering costs, immigration, military strength, and supporting transit infrastructure. He is currently the Vice Chair of the House Republican Conference. Due to redistricting, he is running for the U.S. House, Utah’s 2nd Congressional District in the 2026 Republican primary, having qualified by signature after not winning the state delegate convention.