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Jeff Wilson

U.S. House District 13

2026 Illinois U.S. House District 13 — General Election · November 3, 2026

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Overview

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2026 Illinois U.S. House District 13 — General Election on November 3, 2026
Official candidacy
U.S. House District 13 · Republican · Candidate
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Election: GENERAL ELECTION - 11/3/2026

Name: Jeff Wilson

Phone Number: 217-552-8901

Office: 13TH CONGRESS

Party: REPUBLICAN

Filed: 10/27/2025

Write-In: No

Objection Pending: No

Former Name: None

Date Name Changed: N/A

Campaign Web Site: http://wilsonforcongress.com/

Status: Active 10/27/2025 8:00 AM

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Election: GENERAL ELECTION - 11/3/2026

Name: Jeff Wilson

Phone Number: 217-552-8901

Office: 13TH CONGRESS

Party: REPUBLICAN

Filed: 10/27/2025

Write-In: No

Objection Pending: No

Former Name: None

Date Name Changed: N/A

Campaign Web Site: http://wilsonforcongress.com/

Status: Active 10/27/2025 8:00 AM

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Jeff Wilson is a U. S. Navy Veteran, public servant, proven leader, and Republican running for Congress to support President Trump with America First policies.

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Jeff Wilson is a U. S. Navy Veteran, public servant, proven leader, and Republican running for Congress to support President Trump with America First policies.

JEFF ON THE ISSUES

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Protecting Life, Liberty, and The Constitution

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Protecting Life, Liberty, and The Constitution

ABOUT JEFF WILSON

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Jeff Wilson is a U.S. Navy Veteran, public servant, proven leader, and Republican running for Congress to support President Trump with America First policies.

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Jeff Wilson is a U.S. Navy Veteran, public servant, proven leader, and Republican running for Congress to support President Trump with America First policies.

Protecting Life, Liberty, and The Constitution

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A Nation that forgets God cannot remain free. Whether it's standing up for free speech, safeguarding the Second Amendment, or fighting federal overreach, Jeff believes our founding values are not negotiable - they are worth defending.

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A Nation that forgets God cannot remain free. Whether it's standing up for free speech, safeguarding the Second Amendment, or fighting federal overreach, Jeff believes our founding values are not negotiable - they are worth defending.

Lowering Costs for Working Families

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Families in Illinois' 13th District are being hit hard by rising costs. Jeff will focus on real solutions - like expanding Midwest energy to lower utility bills, strengthening local farms and supply chains to cut food prices, and cracking down on onerous regulation. Together, we will fight for middle-class families, small businesses, and farmers - because working families in Central and Southern Illinois deserve real affordability and a fair shot at the future.

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Families in Illinois' 13th District are being hit hard by rising costs. Jeff will focus on real solutions - like expanding Midwest energy to lower utility bills, strengthening local farms and supply chains to cut food prices, and cracking down on onerous regulation. Together, we will fight for middle-class families, small businesses, and farmers - because working families in Central and Southern Illinois deserve real affordability and a fair shot at the future.

Securing the Border & Defending Law Enforcement

Candidate position

Securing our borders and supporting law enforcement in our communities is essential to keeping American families safe. Jeff will fight to keep our border secure and prevent the trafficking of massive amounts of drugs - especially deadly fentanyl from flowing into our country- and stop the spread of violent crime as well as human trafficking into our neighborhoods. He will fight to secure our border, stop the flow of illegal drugs, and stand with law enforcement officers who work every day to protect our communities and uphold the rule of law.

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Securing our borders and supporting law enforcement in our communities is essential to keeping American families safe. Jeff will fight to keep our border secure and prevent the trafficking of massive amounts of drugs - especially deadly fentanyl from flowing into our country- and stop the spread of violent crime as well as human trafficking into our neighborhoods. He will fight to secure our border, stop the flow of illegal drugs, and stand with law enforcement officers who work every day to protect our communities and uphold the rule of law.

Supporting Farmers, Energy, and Job Growth

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Jeff will stand strong to defend family farms and the agricultural industry. He will focus on expanding nuclear energy, oil, and natural gas to power our towns and lower costs. Jeff will focus on workforce development and promote job growth.

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Jeff will stand strong to defend family farms and the agricultural industry. He will focus on expanding nuclear energy, oil, and natural gas to power our towns and lower costs. Jeff will focus on workforce development and promote job growth.

JEFF ON THE ISSUES

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Supporting Farmers, Energy, and Job Growth

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Supporting Farmers, Energy, and Job Growth

ABOUT JEFF WILSON

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Jeff is running for Congress to restore American values, work with President Trump to continue to secure our borders, make the economy work for all, and protect individual freedoms in the Land of Lincoln. He is dedicated to serving with integrity and honor and has a clear vision for a stronger Illinois and a stronger America.

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Jeff is running for Congress to restore American values, work with President Trump to continue to secure our borders, make the economy work for all, and protect individual freedoms in the Land of Lincoln. He is dedicated to serving with integrity and honor and has a clear vision for a stronger Illinois and a stronger America.

Protecting Life, Liberty, and The Constitution

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"Our freedom is fragile. I will never compromise on the Constitution."

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"Our freedom is fragile. I will never compromise on the Constitution."

Keeping Children Safe & Safeguarding Parental Rights

Candidate position

Jeff believes parents - not bureaucrats - should decide what's best for their children. He'll fight against political indoctrination in schools, oppose forced DEI programs, and protect the integrity of girls' and boys' sports. He stands for safe classrooms, strong families, and parental rights. Jeff is committed to protecting children, empowering parents, and ensuring that schools serve families - not the other way around.

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Jeff believes parents - not bureaucrats - should decide what's best for their children. He'll fight against political indoctrination in schools, oppose forced DEI programs, and protect the integrity of girls' and boys' sports. He stands for safe classrooms, strong families, and parental rights. Jeff is committed to protecting children, empowering parents, and ensuring that schools serve families - not the other way around.

ABOUT JEFF WILSON

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With a master’s degree in Nuclear Engineering from the University of Illinois and numerous leadership roles in the Nuclear Industry, Jeff knows the vital importance of maximizing America’s abundant resources to ensure our country’s energy dominance and security.

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With a master’s degree in Nuclear Engineering from the University of Illinois and numerous leadership roles in the Nuclear Industry, Jeff knows the vital importance of maximizing America’s abundant resources to ensure our country’s energy dominance and security.

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Campaign finance

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FEC candidate totals January 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026.

Total receipts
$317,665.08
Total disbursements
$278,389.66
Cash on hand
$39,275.42
Committee debt
$185,400.00
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Candidate ID: H6IL13154

Name: WILSON, JEFF

Office: House

State: IL

District: IL13

Coverage start: 2025-01-01

Coverage end: 2026-06-30

Total receipts: $317665.08

Total disbursements: $278389.66

Cash on hand: $39275.42

Debts owed by committee: $185400.00

Candidate contributions: $42000.00

Loans made by candidate: $185400.00

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  1. Election record

    2026 Illinois current general-election candidate — Jeff Wilson

    Illinois State Board of Elections

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  2. Government website identity record

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  3. Candidate-owned primary source

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