Government accountability
Proposes mandatory audits of major federal spending and fraud-prevention controls as a condition of appropriations.
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THE 2026 CANDIDATE FILE
Paul Wikstrom
Candidate for U.S. House · Minnesota · District 4
THE PERSON
Background
Paul Wikstrom is an engineer with experience in Minnesota medical-technology and aerospace businesses. His campaign describes growing up in Montana and North Dakota, raising a family in Shoreview, and volunteering as a pilot and youth soccer coach.
Roots
- Community: Shoreview, Minnesota
- Career: Engineering and management in medical technology and aerospace
Education
- University of Minnesota · electrical-engineering degree; designation and year not stated
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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.
Taxes
Supports eliminating taxes on tips and overtime, expanding child tax credits and repealing estate taxes.
Source checked October 29, 2026 · Publication date shown in the linked source when available.Healthcare
Supports insurance sales across state lines, price transparency, and greater access to generic and imported medicines.
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Supports domestic manufacturing and energy production, with fewer regulations to expand food and housing supply.
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Calls for academic instruction and expanded vocational training.
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Supports stronger border enforcement, federal-local task forces, police grants and tougher penalties for attacks on officers.
Source checked October 29, 2026 · Publication date shown in the linked source when available.THE ELECTION
Ballot & sources
U.S. House · District 4 · November 3, 2026
Candidate listing checked October 29, 2026.
Minnesota Secretary of State — My Ballot, November 3, 2026 general election ↗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.