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Democrat
Ben Ambrose

Overview

Current roleProgram manager

PartyDemocratic

Political ideologyProgressive Democrat

LocationMichigan

BackgroundProgram manager

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EducationGeorgetown University — B.A., International Affairs

Notable personal detailsBenjamin "Ben" Ambrose is a Democratic candidate for the U.S. House in Michigan's 2nd Congressional District in the 2026 election cycle. He is a U.S. Marine Corps veteran who retired as a Staff Sergeant after serving from 1999 to 2016. Ambrose has worked as a program manager and consultant, including roles at Aptive Resources, BMNT, and Prometheus Federal Services. He earned a B.A. in International Affairs from Georgetown University, an MBA from Johns Hopkins (Marketing and Finance), and attended Harvard University for a master's program in Anthropology.

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Positions

LiberalConservative

Economy & Taxes

Supports tax incentives for small businesses and emphasizes creating good-paying jobs and a sustainable 21st-century economy; also supports Medicare for All, indicating support for expanded government-provided healthcare. No clear, specific proposals were found on raising taxes on wealthy individuals or corporations or on major tax-cut plans.

Healthcare

Supports Medicare for All and prioritizes making healthcare affordable and accessible for all Americans. Commits to protecting and enhancing healthcare access for Michiganders.

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Climate & Energy

Supports transitioning to clean energy and reducing carbon emissions, including investments in clean energy manufacturing and protections for the Great Lakes. Emphasizes making Michigan energy independent while promoting sustainable agriculture and pollution prevention. Positions prioritize clean energy job creation and environmental protection alongside economic goals.

Endorsements

MI-02 Democratic nominee?

Endorsers of Ben Ambrose for MI-02 Democratic nominee?

The Detroit News

Public figure

The Detroit News endorsed Ben Ambrose in the Michigan's 2nd Congressional District Democratic primary.

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Fundraising

Latest report: Cycle 2026
Total raisedCash on hand
$85.1K
$63.8K
$42.5K
$21.3K
$0

2026

Latest
Year
Total raised
Cash on hand
Total spent
Burn rate

Cycle 2026

$85.1K
$21.9K
$62.8K
$3.3K

Source: FEC

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