Taxes & spending
Supports lower taxes and reduced wasteful federal spending.
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THE 2026 CANDIDATE FILE
Chris Shea
Candidate for U.S. House · Connecticut · District 5
THE PERSON
Background
Chris Shea is a retired Navy SEAL, North Haven firefighter and former small-business owner. He founded Hero to Hero, a nonprofit helping military personnel move into first-responder careers, and retired from the Navy in January 2024.
Roots
- Roots: Watertown, Connecticut
- Military: More than 30 years in the Navy; retired January 2024
- Career: North Haven Fire Department lieutenant; former handyman-business owner
- Nonprofit service: Founder and president, Hero to Hero
Education
- Charter Oak State College · B.S.
Background sources checked October 28, 2026.
THE POLICIES
Where they stand
Campaign promises are labeled separately from past actions. These are sourced positions, not endorsements or predictions. No stance is assigned from party affiliation.
Immigration
Supports stronger border security, immigration-law enforcement and funding for Border Patrol.
Source checked October 28, 2026 · Publication date shown in the linked source when available.Housing & economy
Calls for reducing regulatory barriers, energy costs and housing costs.
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Supports faster VA access, fewer bureaucratic delays and civilian career opportunities for veterans.
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Supports military readiness, Israel's right to self-defense and assistance for troops and veterans.
Source checked October 28, 2026 · Publication date shown in the linked source when available.THE ELECTION
Ballot & sources
U.S. House · District 5 · November 3, 2026
Candidate listing checked October 28, 2026.
Connecticut Secretary of the State · November 3, 2026 official sample ballot, Waterbury, page 1 ↗The candidate’s name and party follow the official ballot source. Backgrounds and issue positions are checked separately. A candidate is not an officeholder-elect unless a verified result establishes that status.