Joseph Arminio
R
Joseph Arminio, also known as "Dr. Joe," is the Republican nominee. He holds a Ph.D. from MIT and describes his career as spanning public policy, teaching, and writing; his campaign centers on an economic-reform plan he calls the "American Prosperity Plan."[1][3]
Basic profile — the most important sourced facts we found.
Positions on the issues
- MixedContinue U.S. military aid to Israel
Says he supports steering Israel toward a two-state solution while also stating he has publicly opposed the Iran war.[3]
- SupportsExpand immigration enforcement and deportations
Says he agrees with ending sanctuary-city policies and enacting penalties for officials who block removal of people in the country illegally, and frames a stronger economy as necessary to fund immigration enforcement.[3]
In their words — priorities
- An economic-reform proposal he calls the "American Prosperity Plan," which he says would reduce debt, tame inflation, and lessen U.S. reliance on the petrodollar system.[3]
- Opposing what he describes as "endless wars," including support for a two-state solution regarding Israel and opposition to the Iran war.[3]
- Education reform emphasizing critical thinking, including a proposal to require formal debate instruction in grades 9-12.[3]
Background
Campaign money
Raised $6,634 · spent $4,453 · $2,181 cash on hand (through 2026-08-26) FEC filing ↗