Social Security
Supports increased revenue, reduced payouts for the highest earners and broader participation.
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THE 2026 CANDIDATE FILE
Sarah Zabel
Candidate for U.S. House · Idaho · District 1
THE PERSON
Background
Sarah Zabel is a retired Air Force major general. Her campaign describes 31 years of service, including command and national cyberspace-policy work.
Roots
- Retired Air Force major general
- Military command and cyberspace policy
Background sources checked October 30, 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.
Debt
Supports both revenue increases and spending reductions.
Source checked October 30, 2026 · Publication date shown in the linked source when available.Housing
Supports removing construction tariffs and federal infrastructure grants for new housing.
Source checked October 30, 2026 · Publication date shown in the linked source when available.Immigration
Supports resourced border enforcement and courts, green cards for Dreamers, agricultural-worker legalization and deportation for serious crimes.
Source checked October 30, 2026 · Publication date shown in the linked source when available.Oversight
Proposes inspectors general reporting to Congress and stronger whistleblower protections.
Source checked October 30, 2026 · Publication date shown in the linked source when available.Foreign policy
Supports an affirmative congressional vote to sustain military operations.
Source checked October 30, 2026 · Publication date shown in the linked source when available.THE ELECTION
Ballot & sources
U.S. House · District 1 · November 3, 2026
Candidate listing checked October 29, 2026.
Washington County Idaho — November 3, 2026 official general-election sample ballot, 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.