Jessica Salas
Democratic candidate for U.S. House in Oregon
OR-03 Democratic nominee?
$10.3K
MAY 20, 2026Primary Election
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0.2%chance to win
$10.3KMAY 20, 2026Candidate Overview
Key details about the candidate’s background, party, office sought and current campaign.
Current roleActivist
PartyDemocratic
Political ideologyDemocratic Socialist
LocationOregon
BackgroundActivist
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Notable personal detailsJessica L. Salas is a Democratic candidate for the U.S. House in Oregon’s 3rd Congressional District in the 2026 election cycle. She has run a campaign under the name J Sal for Oregon and describes herself publicly as a democratic socialist and an activist. Her principal campaign committee has been registered with the Federal Election Commission as J SAL FOR OREGON.
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Political Positions
Economy & Taxes
Supports substantially higher taxes on the ultra-wealthy and large corporations (including a billionaire minimum tax, wealth tax above $50M, higher corporate rates, taxing capital gains like wages) while expanding tax credits and reducing burdens for low-income workers and small businesses. Proposes redirecting revenue to public goods such as universal healthcare, housing, childcare, and green infrastructure and strengthening enforcement against tax avoidance.
Healthcare
Supports expanding access to quality, affordable health care including mental health services and policies to expand coverage and care; has worked on health-related legislation and framed healthcare as a priority for serving constituents.
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Immigration & Border
Supports immigrant rights and immigrant-justice reforms, has organized fundraising and advocacy efforts to end immigrant detention and support organizations that provide legal and community support to immigrants.
Climate & Energy
Supports rapid emissions reductions, a national 100% clean electricity standard on a science-based timeline, banning new fossil leasing on public lands and waters, ending federal subsidies for fossil fuel companies, and major federal investment in renewables and long-duration storage. Prioritizes climate justice measures for frontline communities, workforce transition with strong labor standards, and holding polluters financially accountable.
Latest News
Jessica Salas is in the news as a candidate in Washington’s 2026 top-two primary system, where only the two highest vote-getters move on to the general election. The latest coverage is mostly about how ballots are being counted and which candidates will advance, rather than any specific new development about Salas herself. The reporting does not provide much detail on her campaign or results yet.
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Campaign Fundraising
Latest report: Cycle 2026Campaign finance totals from the latest available reporting period.
2026
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