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Democrat
Jamie Ager
NC-11 Democratic nominee?
$12.8K
MAR 10, 2026Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current roleFarmer
PartyDemocratic
Political ideologyModerate Democrat
GenderMale
LocationNorth Carolina
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BackgroundFarmer
EducationWarren Wilson College
Notable personal detailsJamie Ager is a North Carolina farmer and business owner from Fairview who co-founded and leads Hickory Nut Gap, a regenerative meat and agriculture brand. He is a Warren Wilson College graduate and has worked in regenerative agriculture, local food systems, and regional farm-based business development. In 2026, he ran for U.S. House in North Carolina’s 11th Congressional District and won the Democratic nomination.
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Positions
LiberalConservative
Economy & Taxes
Supports reforming the tax code so high-income earners pay their fair share, expanding tax credits for families (including child tax credit and energy-saving tax credits), and eliminating taxes on real tips; favors strengthening social programs like Medicaid and Medicare and using targeted federal spending to help working families and small businesses.
Healthcare
Supports strengthening and defending Medicare and Medicaid, expanding Medicare benefits (including home- and community-based care plus dental and vision), allowing Medicare to negotiate drug prices and capping insulin and other essentials, expanding mental-health services, and creating a public option to increase access and affordability.
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Immigration & Border
Supports comprehensive immigration reform that is clear, fair, and realistic; favors reforms that treat people with dignity, provide businesses with needed workforce, and keep communities safe.
Abortion & Reproductive Rights
Jamie Ager has described himself as “pro-choice and pro-family,” expressing support for abortion access while emphasizing policies that support families after children are born. His campaign platform does not present detailed federal abortion policy proposals or limits.
Climate & Energy
Supports protecting public lands and conservation easements, advancing conservation and regenerative agriculture, and investing in preparedness and resilience for climate-related disasters. Positions emphasize moderate climate action and stewardship of natural resources rather than explicit calls to phase out fossil fuels or endorse Green New Deal–style measures.
Public Safety & Guns
Jamie Ager has not published detailed policy prescriptions on guns on his campaign site; he says he will not push hard on Second Amendment issues while emphasizing mental-health supports and stronger funding/training for law enforcement and first responders. Media coverage characterizes his tone on guns as cautious and moderate rather than advocating sweeping gun-restriction legislation.
News
AINews Summary
Last updatedJun 3, 2026
Jamie Ager is in the news as the Democratic candidate in North Carolina’s 11th Congressional District, where the race against Republican incumbent Chuck Edwards is becoming more competitive. Pete Buttigieg recently campaigned with Ager, highlighting the campaign’s momentum and fundraising strength. The race has also drawn more attention because Edwards is under House Ethics Committee investigation over misconduct and harassment allegations, which he denies.
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Articles
ACAsheville Citizen-Times15 days ago
Pete Buttigieg rallies in competitive North Carolina district
Positive
ACAsheville Citizen-Times3 months ago
NC primary elections results for 2026 roundup
Positive
ACAsheville Citizen-Times20 days ago
House Ethics panel investigates Chuck Edwards for sexual harassment
Neutral
NYNew York Post27 days ago
Redistricting after SCOTUS decision could give GOP edge in midterms
Neutral
Polls
Aggregation source: FiftyPlusOne
Fundraising
Latest report: Cycle 2026Total raisedCash on hand
$1.7M
$1.3M
$845.2K
$422.6K
$0
2026
LatestYear
Total raised
Cash on hand
Total spent
Burn rate
Cycle 2026
$1.7M
$1.1M
$575.6K
$38.4K
Source: FEC
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