Ben Ambrose
Democratic candidate for U.S. House in Michigan
$9.2K
NOV 7, 2026
General Election
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Live Odds
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Ben Ambrose is trading at 5% to win the MI-02 House winner? on prediction markets.
Candidate Overview
Key details about the candidate’s background, party, office sought and current campaign.
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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Political Positions
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.
Latest News
Ben Ambrose is in the news because he is running in the Democratic primary for Michigan’s 2nd Congressional District. The race is contested by Ambrose, Jamie Hill, and Clyde Welford, and the primary will decide the party’s nominee for the November general election. The district is described as strongly Republican, and no winner has been reported yet.
Endorsements
6Campaign Fundraising
Latest report: Cycle 2026Campaign finance totals from the latest available reporting period.
2026
LatestCycle 2026
Source: FEC
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