John Elleson

Republican | Illinois

Candidate Profile

Conservative

BIOGRAPHY

Name

John Elleson


Party

Republican


Election Year

2026


Election

Republican Primary


Race

U.S. Representative, District 9


Incumbent

No


Links

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EDUCATION

Christian Life College, Mt. Prospect, Pastoral Theology, 1985

WORK & MILITARY

Calvary Church in Naperville, Associate Pastor, 1985-1987

Mainland PR of China., Missionary, 1990-1992

Lakewood Chapel (Arlington Heights, IL), Pastor, 1996-

AFFILIATIONS

National Association of Evangelicals, Member, Fellowship of Christian Assemblies

Fellowship of Christian Assemblies, Member

POLITICAL OFFICES HELD

(Candidate did not provide)

POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT

U.S. House of Representatives (IL-09), 2018-

SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS

CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (2)

Donald Trump (2024)

Local, County, and District Republican Organizations (2018)

RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (0)

OTHER INFORMATION

QUESTIONNAIRE

RIGHT TO LIFE

Human life deserves legal protection from conception until natural death.

Strongly Agree

The lives of human embryos created through artificial methods ought to be protected from purposeful destruction.

Strongly Agree

Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?

Elective abortion should be very rare because unborn human life has inherent value and deserves protection. At the same time, there should be compassion and care for women facing difficult circumstances in cases such as serious threats to the mother’s life, rape, or incest.

Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should receive taxpayer funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).

Strongly Disagree

The Comstock Act, which bans interstate transportation of abortion-inducing drugs, should be enforced.

Strongly Agree


ECONOMY

Free enterprise and the right to private property are essential elements of a productive economic system.

Strongly Agree

People who can afford to pay more taxes should do so in order to provide relief for working families.

Strongly Disagree

The government should cut spending in order to reduce the national debt.

Strongly Disagree

List your top 3-5 priorities to eliminate government waste.

1. Reduce bureaucratic redundancy across federal agencies 2. Cut wasteful foreign aid and international spending 3. Strengthen oversight to prevent fraud and abuse 4. Eliminate programs that fail to deliver results 5. Streamline regulations to lower administrative costs


RELIGIOUS LIBERTY

Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.

Strongly Disagree

What does "separation of church and state" mean to you?

The government shouldn't control the church, and the church shouldn't control the government. We do need to protect the free exercise of religion. Religious organizations should be free to participate in society without government interference.


HEALTHCARE

What most closely matches your view on healthcare: A) Healthcare for all should be guaranteed and funded by the government with no private healthcare option. (includes "universal healthcare," "medicare for all," etc.) B) Healthcare insurance funded by the government should be available for all who want it, along with private healthcare options. C) Medicaid and Medicare should remain available, but no other taxpayer-funded programs are necessary. D) Taxpayer funded health care should be abolished in all forms, and Medicaid and Medicare should be defunded.

C) Medicaid and Medicare should remain available, but no other taxpayer-funded programs are necessary.

The government should keep a database of people with various ongoing medical illnesses to assess the economic burden of treatment.

Strongly Disagree


NATIONAL SECURITY

With regard to America's foreign policy, which view most closely resembles yours: A) The United States should intervene whenever freedom is threatened. B) The United States should selectively help countries trying to grow democracy and fight tyranny. C) The United States has become too involved in others' policies and should remain focused on issues regarding our own sovereignty unless in imminent danger. D) The United States should stay out of foreign conflicts completely.

C) The United States has become too involved in others' policies and should remain focused on issues regarding our own sovereignty unless in imminent danger.

The Chinese Communist Party poses serious military, cyber security, intellectual property, and global economic threats to the United States.

Strongly Agree

Is the United States' relationship with Israel important, and if so why?

Yes, Israel is a key ally that shares U.S. democratic values, supports regional security, and strengthens America’s influence in the Middle East.

Islamic terrorism is a threat to the United States' national security.

Strongly Agree


IMMIGRATION

Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?

Immigration should prioritize those who come here for the right reason. Those who can contribute economically, are skilled workers, and people fleeing genuine persecution. However, we need to have strong border security and enforce immigration laws. Illegal immigration should be prevented, and entrants should follow legal, vetted channels.

I support the existence of sanctuary cities to protect undocumented persons.

Strongly Disagree


EDUCATION

I support eliminating the U.S. Department of Education and giving control back to states and communities.

Strongly Agree

Foreign governments should be prohibited from funding American education.

Strongly Agree


VALUES

Attempts to physically or socially transition a child to the opposite sex constitute child abuse.

Strongly Agree

Marriage is a God-ordained, sacred and legal union of one man and one woman. No government has the authority to alter this definition.

Strongly Agree

Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.

I believe in God and the importance of faith in guiding personal and public life. My values include honesty, family, personal responsibility, and service to others. Faith provides moral grounding and shapes how I approach decisions, relationships, and community.


ELECTIONS AND VOTING

People should be able to vote without photo identification.

Strongly Disagree


EQUALITY

Biological males should not be allowed to participate in women's sports or occupy biological women's spaces whether it be bathrooms, locker rooms, sorority houses, women's shelters, or prison.

Strongly Agree


ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT

What do you believe is the most reliable energy source that will supply the growing demand for electricity?

Fossil fuels like natural gas, coal, and oil, along with nuclear power, are the most reliable sources to meet growing electricity demand and support energy independence.


ABOUT YOU

Have you ever been penalized for sexual misconduct in either civil or criminal court? If so, please explain.

No

Have you ever been convicted of a felony? If so, please explain.

No

When you consider your views on a wide range of issues from economic and social matters to foreign policy and religious liberty, which of the following best describes you overall?

Very Conservative


CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY

Government has a responsibility to protect children from sexual exploitation during online activities.

Strongly Agree


2ND AMENDMENT

What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?

Gun ownership should be protected under the Second Amendment. Public safety can be supported through background checks for criminals and the mentally ill, enforcement of existing laws, and preventing illegal firearms, rather than broad restrictions on law-abiding citizens.

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