IN-02 Democratic nominee?
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MAY 12, 2026Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current roleMiddle school teacher (social studies)
PartyDemocratic
LocationIndiana
BackgroundMiddle school teacher (social studies)
EducationIndiana University Bloomington (attendance; 2009–2010)
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Notable personal detailsShaun Michael Maeyens is a South Bend, Indiana educator and U.S. Army veteran who ran as a Democrat for Indiana’s 2nd Congressional District in the 2026 cycle. He has been described in local media as a middle school social studies teacher and a former small business owner in the coffee industry. He filed federal candidacy paperwork with the FEC and operated an authorized committee, Shaun Maeyens for Congress.
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Positions
Immigration & Border
Shaun Maeyens has said immigration is a top issue in the district and has spoken about fears in the Latino and international communities about carrying identification and leaving home; he described attending a local immigration meeting and noted the issue is personal because his grandmother was an immigrant. He has not provided detailed policy prescriptions in available reporting.
Climate & Energy
Maeyens has acknowledged climate-related extreme weather impacts on local businesses but has not published detailed climate or energy policies on his campaign site or in news coverage. Public statements located are limited to issue acknowledgement rather than specific policy proposals on emissions, clean energy, or fossil-fuel phase-out.
News
Shaun Maeyens is in the news because he was trailing badly in the Democratic primary for Indiana's 2nd Congressional District. Partial unofficial results showed Jamee Decio leading him 13,108 to 5,600, or 70% to 30%, and she was declared the presumptive winner. The result is still unofficial and has not been certified.
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We're monitoring and will update when new data impacts the race.
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