Matthew Fonken
NV-02 Democratic nominee?
$54.9K
JUN 10, 2026Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current rolePolitical organizer
PartyDemocratic
Political ideologyProgressive Democrat
LocationNevada
BackgroundPolitical organizer
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Notable personal detailsMatthew William Fonken is a Democratic political organizer who ran for the U.S. House in Nevada’s 2nd Congressional District in the 2026 cycle. He has described his work as including presidential and issue advocacy campaigns, Affordable Care Act advocacy, legislative work across multiple Nevada legislative sessions, service as executive director of the Nevada State Democratic Party, and rural organizing as national field director for Blue Wave America.
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Positions
Healthcare
Supports protecting and expanding access to affordable healthcare, opposing repeal of the Affordable Care Act, and prioritizing improved rural access and affordability for residents of Nevada’s 2nd District.
Immigration & Border
The candidate has publicly advocated for immigration rights and supports policies framed around protecting immigrants and asylum access while running as a Democratic congressional candidate. His campaign and press coverage identify immigration rights as one of the issues he has advocated for.
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Climate & Energy
Supports protecting and responsibly managing public lands and water and has advocated for environmental issues as part of his campaign platform. Emphasizes safeguarding public lands and expanding protections while running on Democratic priorities that include environmental stewardship.
Public Safety & Guns
Supports measures to prevent gun violence and has advocated for gun violence prevention as part of his campaign priorities.
Fundraising
Latest report: Cycle 20262026
LatestCycle 2026
Source: FEC
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