IN-01 Republican nominee?
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MAY 12, 2026Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current roleMarket development manager
PartyRepublican
Political ideologyTrump-aligned Republican
GenderMale
LocationIndiana
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BackgroundMarket development manager
EducationB.A., Computer Science, MacMurray College (1999)
Notable personal detailsDavid Benyamin “Ben” Ruiz is a Republican candidate for the U.S. House in Indiana’s 1st Congressional District. He has been involved in Northwest Indiana Republican politics since at least 2016, including serving as a 2024 Indiana Republican Convention delegate and as a vice precinct committeeman. He has worked in marketing, sales, and market development roles and has described past work as a small business owner and advertising/marketing distribution contractor. His campaign priorities include border security, energy independence, Second Amendment issues, and revitalizing American manufacturing.
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Positions
Economy & Taxes
The candidate advocates eliminating income and property taxes, supports trade tariffs to reduce the national debt, and promotes policies to boost domestic manufacturing and energy independence while reducing regulation and taxes on businesses and families.
Immigration & Border
Supports substantially increased physical border security including completing a border wall, removal of unauthorized immigrants, and denial of funds to jurisdictions that do not comply with immigration laws. Endorses strong enforcement measures and immediate removal of those who entered unlawfully while allowing entry for individuals who 'qualify' to contribute and become citizens.
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Abortion & Reproductive Rights
The candidate identifies as pro-life and opposes elective abortion, stating he does not advocate for any forms of abortion and that abortion decisions should be left to the states. He opposes abortion providers receiving taxpayer funds and favors restrictions on abortion access.
News
Ben Ruiz is in the news because Indiana’s 2026 primaries are being shaped by Republican infighting after a failed 2025 redistricting push backed by Donald Trump. The coverage points to a broader wave of GOP primary challenges and intraparty conflict, though it does not give specific details about Ruiz’s own race or role. Overall, the picture is of a contested primary environment rather than a single major development tied directly to him.
Endorsements
Endorsers of Ben Ruiz for IN-01 Republican nominee?
Jim Baird
Public figure
Jim Baird urged GOP voters to support Ben Ruiz as their party's U.S. House candidate.
Republican Steelworkers
Public figure
Republican Steelworkers endorsed Ben Ruiz for Congress.
Fundraising
Latest report: Cycle 20262024
2026
LatestCycle 2024
Cycle 2026
Source: FEC
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