The 2026 Tracker — Candidates With Serious Baggage
Independent Political Accountability Journalism
Controversial Candidates of 2026
Candidates With Serious Baggage — Both Parties, No Exceptions
Est. June 2026 · Updated Continuously
Inclusion criteria: Only candidates running, or who at one point ran, for public office in 2026. Those in office but not seeking election this cycle are not included. Those who are controversial but not running or seeking reelection are not included. · Have something to add? wes@thefilternewschannel.com

"We track what they'd rather you forget — Democrat and Republican alike."

7 Democrats
5 Republicans
2 Dropped Out / Lost
3 Senate Races
8 House Races
1 Governor Race
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Dropped Out or Lost Primary

About This Tracker

This tracker covers candidates in active or recently concluded 2026 primary races. Inclusion reflects documented controversies reported by major news organizations. All candidates are presumed innocent of any unproven allegations. Several August primaries are still upcoming — this list will be updated as new information emerges. This page is embeddable and shareable.