Max Diaz
Democratic candidate for U.S. House in South Carolina
SC-01 Democratic nominee?
$55.4K
JUN 24, 2026Primary Election
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0.1%chance to win
$55.4KJUN 24, 2026Candidate Overview
Key details about the candidate’s background, party, office sought and current campaign.
Current roleAircraft mechanic
PartyDemocratic
Political ideologyProgressive Democrat
GenderMale
LocationSouth Carolina
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BackgroundAircraft mechanic
Notable personal detailsMax Eliot Diaz is a Democratic candidate for the U.S. House in South Carolina’s 1st Congressional District (2026). He has worked as an aircraft mechanic and has described himself as a working-class candidate who has not previously held elected office. His campaign has highlighted proposals including shifting taxes from wages toward wealth and support for ranked-choice voting.
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Political Positions
Economy & Taxes
Supports tax changes that increase contributions from high earners to strengthen Social Security and advocates investing government resources in workers, industries, and public programs rather than prioritizing corporate profits. Proposes removing the Social Security payroll tax cap so higher-income earners pay Social Security taxes on all their income.
Healthcare
Supports establishing a universal, government-provided health insurance system and criticizes the private health insurance industry as an unnecessary middleman. Advocates treating healthcare as a public good to reduce costs and out-of-pocket spending.
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Climate & Energy
Supports replacing fossil fuels through investment in clean energy technologies (including next‑generation nuclear, geothermal, renewables) and prioritizing development of domestic clean‑energy industries to achieve energy independence and reduce reliance on foreign oil and gas. Emphasizes directing public investment toward emerging clean‑energy industries rather than subsidizing fossil fuel companies.
Latest News
Max Diaz is in the news because he is a candidate in South Carolina’s crowded 1st Congressional District race, where voters have already held the primary and runoff races may still be needed. The seat is open as Rep. Nancy Mace is not seeking reelection while running for governor. Recent coverage has also focused on South Carolina’s broader election and redistricting fights, which have added uncertainty around the district and the state’s congressional map.
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Campaign Fundraising
Latest report: Cycle 2026Campaign finance totals from the latest available reporting period.
2026
LatestCycle 2026
Source: FEC
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