Paul Berry
R
Won the August 4, 2026 Republican primary
Paul Berry is the Republican nominee for Missouri's 1st District. He has previously run for Lieutenant Governor of Missouri and U.S. House District 2, and his campaign has focused on abortion opposition, gun rights, border security and school choice.[1][3]
Basic profile — the most important sourced facts we found.
Positions on the issues
- OpposesProtect legal access to abortion
Campaign website describes championing "the sanctity of life" and advocating for policies that protect the unborn.[3]
- OpposesStricter gun laws
Campaign website lists 2nd Amendment rights as a core plank, describing it as crucial for the security of a free state.[3]
- SupportsPublic funding for school choice (vouchers / charters)
Campaign website says he champions diverse school options for all Missourians.[3]
In their words — priorities
- Campaign website priorities include opposing abortion ("Pro Life Missouri"), defending Second Amendment rights, election integrity, border security, criminal-justice reform, school choice, and lowering taxes for seniors and workers.[3]
Background
- Previously ran in the 2024 Republican primary for Lieutenant Governor of Missouri and in the 2022 Republican primary for U.S. House Missouri District 2.[3]