Jim McDermott
LIB
Jim McDermott is the Libertarian nominee. He is a business instructor at the University of Alaska and a 22-year veteran of the U.S. Air Force who finished eighth in the August 2026 primary and joined the general-election ballot after a higher-finishing candidate withdrew.[1][5]
Little public record found for this candidate.
Background
- Holds a B.S. in occupational education from Wayland Baptist University and an M.S. in business organizational management from the University of La Verne.[5]
- Served 22 years in the U.S. Air Force and works as a business instructor for the University of Alaska.[5]
- Has run for this seat in previous cycles, including 2012, 2014, and 2016.[5]