Data centers
Opposes the Box Elder Data Center and seeks to undo its MIDA approval, citing water and accountability concerns.
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THE 2026 CANDIDATE FILE
Carlton E. Bowen
Candidate for U.S. House · Utah · District 2
THE PERSON
Background
Carlton Bowen is an Air Force veteran, former American Fork city council member and information-technology/program-management professional. His campaign identifies him as chair of Utah’s Independent American Party and a Weber State University graduate.
Roots
- Career: U.S. Air Force; information technology; American Fork City Council
Education
- Weber State University · graduate, degree field not established
Background sources checked October 29, 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.
Budget
Supports fiscal restraint and constitutional limits on federal spending.
Source checked October 29, 2026 · Publication date shown in the linked source when available.National security
Supports military readiness and domestic defense production while opposing reckless foreign entanglements and unconstitutional surveillance.
Source checked October 29, 2026 · Publication date shown in the linked source when available.THE ELECTION
Ballot & sources
U.S. House · District 2 · November 3, 2026
Candidate listing checked October 21, 2026.
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