THE 2026 CANDIDATE FILE
Candidate for U.S. House · Oregon · District 4
THE PERSON
Monique DeSpain’s statement identifies her as an attorney and retired U.S. Air Force colonel. She reports 30 years of Air Force service involving military legal work and describes that experience as the basis for her congressional campaign.
Background sources checked October 29, 2026.
THE POLICIES
Campaign promises are labeled separately from past actions. These are sourced positions, not endorsements or predictions. No stance is assigned from party affiliation.
Supports expanded shelter and treatment access backed by law enforcement, a functioning justice system and transparent public spending.
Source checked October 29, 2026 · Publication date shown in the linked source when available.Supports strengthening small businesses and lowering living costs; the statement does not provide a detailed federal economic package.
Source checked October 29, 2026 · Publication date shown in the linked source when available.Supports forest management intended to reduce wildfire smoke and sustain jobs and community funding.
Source checked October 29, 2026 · Publication date shown in the linked source when available.Calls for addressing fraud, reviewing unsuccessful programs and greater accountability for taxpayer spending.
Source checked October 29, 2026 · Publication date shown in the linked source when available.THE ELECTION
U.S. House · District 4 · November 3, 2026
Candidate listing checked October 29, 2026.
Oregon Secretary of State — November 2026 voters’ pamphlet book 1, candidate list p. 26 ↗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.