David Brock Smith
Oregon Republican Senate nominee?
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MAY 20, 2026Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current roleFormer State Representative
PartyRepublican
Political ideologyConservative Republican
GenderMale
LocationOregon
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BackgroundPolitician
EducationPacific High School (Port Orford, Oregon)
Notable personal detailsDavid Brock Smith is a Republican politician from Port Orford, Oregon, serving in the Oregon State Senate representing District 1 (Curry County and parts of Coos and Douglas counties). He previously served in local government, including on the Curry County Board of Commissioners and in Port Orford civic leadership roles, and was elected to the Oregon House of Representatives in 2016. In 2026 he became the Republican nominee for U.S. Senate in Oregon.
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Positions
Economy & Taxes
The candidate has supported tax relief for small forestland owners and opposed legislation he said would increase costs on families; his recent campaign messaging emphasizes affordability and lowering costs rather than proposing new tax increases. His legislative actions include backing measures that expand estate/exemption thresholds and tax relief for natural-resource businesses.
Healthcare
Supports improving and expanding provider networks and affordable public and mental health services for residents, and has worked on legislation to hold drug companies accountable to reduce pharmaceutical prices.
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Immigration & Border
Supports stronger border enforcement and coordination with federal immigration authorities; has introduced measures to flag ICE when people arrested for fentanyl manufacture or distribution may be in the country unlawfully and has expressed support for state efforts to secure portions of the southern border. Emphasizes deporting illegal drug dealers as a tool to reduce fentanyl-related harm in Oregon.
Abortion & Reproductive Rights
David Brock Smith has opposed Democratic bills that would expand abortion protections (including measures to remove parental consent and to enshrine abortion protections in the state constitution) and participated with Republicans in walkouts to block such legislation. He has publicly supported legislation to require care for infants born alive during failed abortions. His record shows support for restrictions on abortion access rather than unrestricted access.
Climate & Energy
David Brock Smith has publicly criticized recent Oregon climate legislation and warned that climate bills will raise costs for families; he has served as vice-chair of the Senate Energy and Environment Committee while expressing skepticism about human-driven climate policy. His statements and committee role indicate opposition to aggressive regulatory approaches and support for less interventionist, market-oriented energy policy.
Public Safety & Guns
The candidate opposes recent proposed gun-control legislation in Oregon and has acted with fellow Republican senators to block or resist measures expanding firearm regulation, while framing those actions as protecting constituents and public safety. He formally testified in opposition to at least one state gun-safety bill on behalf of the Senate Republican Caucus.
News
David Brock Smith won the Oregon Republican primary for U.S. Senate, making him the GOP nominee to challenge Democratic Sen. Jeff Merkley in November. Earlier coverage had placed him among the Republican contenders in the race. The primary result is part of Oregon’s broader election cycle, which also included other statewide contests.
AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Oregon’s primaries
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David Brock Smith wins GOP primary for US Senate in Oregon, will face Democratic incumbent Merkley
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Endorsements
Endorsers of David Brock Smith for Oregon Republican Senate nominee?
Representative McIntire
Elected official
Representative McIntire endorsed David Brock Smith.
Three Chief Petitioners of the historic No Tax Referendum
Public endorsement
The three chief petitioners of the historic No Tax Referendum endorsed David Brock Smith.
David M Daniels
Public endorsement
David M Daniels endorsed David Brock Smith for U.S. Senate.
Oregon Right to Life
Public endorsement
Oregon Right to Life endorsed David Brock Smith for U.S. Senate.
News-Register editorial board
Public endorsement
The News-Register editorial board endorsed David Brock Smith.
Fundraising
Latest report: Cycle 20262026
LatestCycle 2026
Source: FEC
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