Democrat J.D. Ford beats Spartz in major upset for Indiana House seat

Caroline Vakil·The Hill·November 4, 2026

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Democrat J.D. Ford is projected to beat Rep. Victoria Spartz (R-Ind.), who represents a district President Trump won by 17 points in 2024, for a Republican-favored House seat, according to Decision Desk HQ. Ford, a state senator, ousted the Indiana Republican in state’s 5th Congressional District, located northwest of Indianapolis. Ford’s victory shocked observers…

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