Jeff Merkley

Democratic candidate in the Oregon Senate race, November 3, 2026. Senator since 2009. Incumbent.

Documented positions

• Sponsored background checks on private gun transfers. (2021) source
• Sponsored a bill strengthening union organizing. (2021) source
• Opposes military force against Iran without congressional approval. (2020) source
• Backs the Green New Deal's 10-year national mobilization. (2019) source
• Supports recognition of same-sex marriage. (2015) source

Each position is taken from the linked source; dates show when it was recorded.

Estimated lane

Where no documented position exists, the Atlas estimates answers from the Progressive Democrat lane of the Democratic Party. These estimates are labelled “est.” on the race page and are not the candidate’s stated views.

Race information last updated October 24, 2026.