Former Wisconsin Legislator Fred Clark Announces Run for 7th Congressional District Seat

Fred Clark, a former Democratic state legislator and conservationist, announced his candidacy for Wisconsin's 7th Congressional District seat, currently held by Republican Rep. Tom Tiffany who is running for governor in 2026. Clark brings experience from his time in the state Assembly, work with environmental groups like Wisconsin Green Fire, and various state councils focused on forestry and tourism. Emphasizing bipartisanship and economic concerns, Clark criticized current congressional policies, including tariffs and healthcare cuts under President Donald Trump's administration, which he says hurt northern Wisconsin's economy and residents. He has spent time traveling across the large district to engage with constituents and address local priorities such as rural economic development, healthcare expansion, and environmental stewardship. Clark faces Republican Jessi Ebben and Democrat Chris Armstrong, potentially leading to a primary election. The race represents a key opportunity for Democrats to reclaim a seat they held for decades before 15 years ago.