Immigration
Supports secure borders and a simpler legal immigration process for people seeking to work and contribute in the United States.
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THE 2026 CANDIDATE FILE
Nirav Sheth
Candidate for U.S. House · Washington · District 7
THE PERSON
Background
Nirav Sheth is a Marine veteran, former Lakewood police officer and business owner. His campaign biography describes growing up in Ahmedabad, India, coming to the United States in 2008 and serving in the Marines before brief police service in 2017.
Roots
- Hometown: Ahmedabad, India
- Career: Marine Corps; Lakewood police; business ownership
Education
- Computer and electrical engineering studies · institution and completed credential 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.
Small business
Supports direct investment in small firms, fewer unnecessary regulations and streamlined administrative processes.
Source checked October 29, 2026 · Publication date shown in the linked source when available.Infrastructure
Calls for modernizing the energy grid and improving roads and bridges to support security, economic activity and jobs.
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Supports police recruitment and training, elected sheriffs and treatment requirements for repeat drug offenders; several proposals concern state policy.
Source checked October 29, 2026 · Publication date shown in the linked source when available.Education
Supports core academic subjects, parental notification and broader vocational options; the page includes proposals requiring Washington state action.
Source checked October 29, 2026 · Publication date shown in the linked source when available.THE ELECTION
Ballot & sources
U.S. House · District 7 · November 3, 2026
Candidate listing checked October 29, 2026.
Washington Secretary of State VoteWA — General 2026 voter guide, county 17 ↗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.