Jimmy Rodriguez

Republican | Arizona

Candidate Profile

Conservative (Conditional)

BIOGRAPHY

Name

Jimmy Rodriguez


Party

Republican


Election Year

2025


Election

Special Primary CD 7


Race

U.S. House, District 7


Incumbent

No


Links

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EDUCATION

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WORK & MILITARY

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AFFILIATIONS

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POLITICAL OFFICES HELD

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Race

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ENDORSEMENTS

REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (1)

I’m a self-funded candidate, financing my campaign to stay independent from special interests. In AZ-07, I’m not seeking big endorsements—I want voters’ support. Self-funding ensures I serve you, not donors, and my pledge to donate $154,000 of my salary back to our district shows I’m here for the people, not the money.

SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS

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WinRed (2020)

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WinRed (2020)


OTHER INFORMATION

May 2025 KAWC Arizona Edition interview, Candidate Jimmy Rodriguez shares views on immigration (6:52), agriculture (9:46), and term limits (12:10).

Candidate Jimmy Rodriguez signs US Term Limit's pledge April 2025.

Jimmy Rodriguez participated in Clean Elections Commission, The Arizona Media Association, and Reister and Public Media in Tucson 's candidate forum on June 9, 2025.

QUESTIONNAIRE

RIGHT TO LIFE

Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive taxpayer funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).

Strongly Agree

I agree. Taxpayer funds should not support abortion providers like Planned Parenthood. As a Republican, I believe in fiscal responsibility and prioritizing funds for community needs like healthcare and education in AZ-07, not abortion services. Families should have access to care through private-sector options, not government-funded providers.

Chemical abortion drugs should meet essential safety standards (such as in-person consultation with a medical doctor) and require reporting to gather evidence on reactions and outcomes.

Strongly Agree

I agree. Chemical abortion drugs must meet strict safety standards, including in-person doctor consultations, to protect women’s health. Reporting reactions and outcomes ensures accountability and informs future policy. My business background in safety, like ensuring race vehicle standards, drives my commitment to practical, protective measures for AZ-07 families.

Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?

Elective abortions should be limited, respecting Arizona’s 15-week ban, with exceptions for medical emergencies threatening the mother’s life. As a Republican, I support protecting life while ensuring women’s safety. I’ll promote community resources like faith-based counseling to help families make informed choices, prioritizing life and support in AZ-07.

Does the federal government have a role to play in limiting abortion, and if so what federal steps and/or federal legislation would you support?

I believe the federal government’s role in limiting abortion should be minimal, leaving primary authority to states like Arizona, which has a 15-week ban. However, I’d support federal steps like enforcing the Hyde Amendment to prevent taxpayer funding for abortions and ensuring safety regulations for chemical abortion drugs, such as requiring in-person doctor consultations. I’d also back legislation to protect infants born alive after attempted abortions, ensuring their right to life. My focus in AZ-07 is promoting private-sector healthcare options, like health savings accounts, and community resources, such as faith-based counseling, to support families facing difficult choices, empowering them with alternatives that value life.


ECONOMY

What actions would you take that would allow Americans to retain more of their income and wealth?

I’ll lower taxes and cut federal spending by returning programs to states, letting AZ-07 families keep more money. I’ll also support deregulation, helping small businesses grow and create jobs.

Student loan forgiveness unfairly shifts the financial burden to those not responsible for student debt.

Strongly Agree

I agree. Student loan forgiveness unfairly burdens taxpayers who didn’t take on that debt. In AZ-07, working families shouldn’t pay for others’ choices. I’d support alternatives like expanding trade programs and tax incentives for employers offering tuition assistance, promoting personal responsibility and opportunity without government handouts.

Should environmental and social issues, like ESG (environmental, social, and governance) ratings, be used as criteria in deciding where to invest public monies?

No

No. Public investments should prioritize financial returns, not ESG ratings. In AZ-07, our focus should be on economic growth and job creation, not social agendas. I’d support market-driven decisions, ensuring taxpayer funds are invested responsibly to benefit our community, not to push ideological goals.


RELIGIOUS LIBERTY

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

Separation of church and state means the government should not establish a religion or restrict religious practice. As a Republican, I’ll protect religious freedom in AZ-07. I attended Christian school K-3rd and Catholic school 4th-5th, valuing faith-based education. The government should stay neutral, not hostile, toward religion, ensuring families can practice their beliefs freely while focusing on the common good.

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

Strongly Disagree

I disagree. Individuals and businesses shouldn’t be forced to act against their beliefs. In AZ-07, we must protect religious liberty. I attended Christian and Catholic schools early on, so I value faith. The government should respect convictions, not mandate violations, ensuring freedom for all while fostering respect in our diverse community.


HEALTHCARE

Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?

Vaccinations should not be mandated by government, schools, or employers. In AZ-07 I’ll protect individual choice, ensuring families can make health decisions without coercion, while promoting education on vaccine safety to support informed decision

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. In AZ-07, I’ll protect these programs for our seniors and vulnerable families while expanding private-sector solutions like health savings accounts to ensure affordable care without government overreach. My business background drives my focus on market-driven healthcare solutions.


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 U.S. has become too involved in others’ policies and should focus on our sovereignty unless in imminent danger. In AZ-07, my priority is securing our borders and protecting our communities, not endless foreign conflicts. We must strengthen our defense while addressing local needs first.

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

Strongly Agree

I agree. The Chinese Communist Party threatens our military, cyber security, intellectual property, and economy. In AZ-07, I’ll support policies to strengthen cyber defenses, protect our tech, and reduce reliance on Chinese goods, ensuring our national security and economic independence.

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

The U.S. should prioritize its own sovereignty over foreign relationships, including with Israel. I’m concerned about Israel’s current leadership and believe Gaza should be a free state. In AZ-07, I’ll focus on distancing the U.S. from conflicts that don’t directly threaten us, putting our community’s needs first.

What are the causes of decline in U.S. military recruitment and retention?

Declines in U.S. military recruitment and retention stem from cultural shifts devaluing service, and concerns over military policies. In AZ-07, I’ll support better pay, benefits, and outreach to inspire youth, drawing on my experience with Navy SEALs projects.


IMMIGRATION

The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.

Strongly Agree

I agree. The U.S. must do more to secure the southern border. In AZ-07, I’ll push for 500 more Border Patrol agents, additional fencing, and advanced technology to stop illegal crossings. My experience designing vehicles for Border Patrol’s BORSTAR unit drives my commitment to safety.

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

Legal immigration should be merit-based, prioritizing those who meet economic needs, like agriculture in Yuma. In AZ-07, I’ll support streamlined processes for workers while enforcing E-Verify to protect local jobs. We must ensure immigrants contribute to our communities without straining resources.


EDUCATION

I support school choice, including voucher programs, tax credits, charter schools, private schools, and home schools.

Strongly Agree

I agree. I support school choice, including vouchers, tax credits, charter schools, private schools, and homeschooling. In AZ-07, parents should have options. I attended private Christian and Catholic schools early on, so I value diverse education. I’ll work with teachers to ensure quality for all kids.

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

Strongly Agree

I agree. Eliminating the U.S. Department of Education returns control to states and communities. In AZ-07, Arizona should manage education to meet our unique needs, not federal mandates. My hands-on experience in construction, building schools, drives my focus on local solutions for better education outcomes.


VALUES

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

I agree. Marriage is a sacred, God-ordained union between one man and one woman. In AZ-07, I’ll protect this definition, as no government should redefine it. My 21-year marriage to my wife reflects my commitment to family values, rooted in my Christian and Catholic school upbringing.

Children are the most vulnerable members of society and must be protected from abuse, including gender ideology, grooming, and bodily mutilation.

Strongly Agree

I agree. Children in AZ-07 must be protected from abuse, including exposure to gender ideology, grooming, and bodily mutilation. As a father, I’ll ensure schools focus on education, not agendas, and support laws safeguarding kids, reflecting my values from Christian and Catholic schooling.

Taxpayer funds should be used to provide gender transition services.

Strongly Disagree

I disagree. Taxpayer funds shouldn’t support gender transition services. In AZ-07, I’ll prioritize fiscal responsibility, directing funds to critical needs like healthcare and education for families, not personal choices. My business background drives my focus on practical spending for our community.

Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.

My spiritual beliefs are rooted in my Christian upbringing, having attended private Christian school from kindergarten to 3rd grade and Catholic school through 5th. I believe in God’s guidance, the sanctity of life, and the importance of family. My 21-year marriage to my wife reflects my commitment to these values. In AZ-07, I’ll lead with integrity, supporting policies that protect religious freedom, promote family unity, and ensure community strength, drawing on my faith to serve with compassion.


ELECTIONS AND VOTING

People should be able to vote without photo identification.

Strongly Disagree

I disagree. Voters should show photo ID to ensure election integrity. In AZ-07, secure voting systems with ID verification protect the process from fraud, ensuring every legal vote counts. My business background drives my focus on practical measures to maintain trust in our elections.

The Electoral College should be abolished.

Strongly Disagree

I disagree. The Electoral College ensures smaller states like Arizona have a voice in presidential elections, balancing power across the nation. In AZ-07, I’ll protect this system, as it upholds our federal structure and gives rural communities fair representation in national decisions.


EQUALITY

I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.

Strongly Disagree

I disagree. CRT divides communities by claiming U.S. institutions are inherently racist. In AZ-07, I’ll focus on unity, ensuring equal opportunity for all through practical policies, not divisive theories. My business background drives my commitment to fairness and results, not ideology.

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

I agree. Biological males should not participate in women’s sports or occupy women’s spaces like bathrooms, shelters, or prisons. In AZ-07, I’ll protect fairness and safety for women, ensuring privacy and opportunity. My focus on family values drives my commitment to safeguarding women’s spaces.


ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT

Man-made climate change is a global threat and requires urgent political action.

Disagree

I disagree. While climate change is a concern, urgent political action often leads to overreach. In AZ-07, I’ll support practical, market-driven solutions like tax incentives for solar innovation, balancing environmental care with economic growth, not federal mandates.

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

Nuclear power is the most reliable energy source for growing electricity demand. It’s efficient, low-emission, and stable. In AZ-07, I’ll support nuclear development to meet our needs, ensuring energy security for our communities.


ABOUT YOU

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?

Conservative

I’m a conservative. In AZ-07, I support limited government, free-market solutions, and strong border security. I’ll protect religious liberty and family values, reflecting my Christian upbringing, while focusing on economic growth and community safety for our district.

What do you think is the general purpose of government?

The government’s purpose is to protect individual rights, ensure safety, and provide essential services without overreach. In AZ-07, I’ll focus on securing our borders, supporting law enforcement, and empowering families, keeping government limited and accountable.

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.

Did not answer


JUDICIAL PHILOSOPHY

The Supreme Court should be reformed to include more seats.

Strongly Disagree

I disagree. Expanding the Supreme Court undermines its independence and the Constitution’s balance of power. In AZ-07, I’ll protect our judicial system from political overreach, ensuring it upholds the rule of law and checks government excess, not partisan agendas.


CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY

I support redirecting funds from police departments to community programs.

Strongly Disagree

I disagree. Redirecting funds from police weakens safety. In AZ-07, I’ll support law enforcement with more resources, drawing on my work with police, ICE, BORSTAR, and other units. We can fund community programs separately to tackle crime’s causes without cutting police budgets


2ND AMENDMENT

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

I support the Second Amendment with no new restrictions on gun ownership. Public safety in AZ-07 is best protected by enforcing existing background checks to keep guns from criminals and the mentally ill, and by stopping illegal trafficking through strong border security, as I’ve worked with police, ICE, and BORSTAR

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