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Michael Farrell

U.S. House District 1

DemocraticNo longer running · Out in Primary

About

Michael Farrell is a Salt Lake City tax attorney and first-time candidate who ran as a progressive Democrat in the 2026 Democratic primary for Utah's 1st Congressional District. He secured a spot on the primary ballot by gathering over 7,000 signatures and positioned himself as a self-described progressive aligned with figures like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. Farrell, originally from California with degrees from UCLA and the University of Michigan Law School, lost the June 23, 2026 primary to Ben McAdams.

Where they stand

Healthcare supports single-payer healthcare.

Environment supports saving the Great Salt Lake with federal minimum water levels and investments in clean energy; opposes data centers in Utah due to water concerns.

Economy/Housing supports affordable housing through federal investments in starter homes, raising federal minimum wage to at least $20/hour, expanding unions, cracking down on price gouging, and shifting tax burdens to the wealthy.

Other supports impeaching President Donald Trump, halting U.S. military funding to Israel, abolishing ICE, banning congressional stock trading, and full release of unredacted Epstein files; pledges no PAC or corporate donations.

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Coverage

Four Democrats to Compete in Utah's 1st District Primary

The Democratic primary for Utah's 1st Congressional District is set for June 23, 2026, featuring a field of four candidates including Nate Blouin, Ben McAdams, Liban Mohamed, and Michael Farrell. The race follows a recent court-ordered redistricting that transformed the district into a Democratic-leaning seat.

West PointJune 11, 2026

Four Candidates Set for Utah's 1st District Democratic Primary

The Democratic primary for Utah's 1st Congressional District will take place on June 23, 2026, featuring four candidates including Nate Blouin, Michael Farrell, Ben McAdams, and Liban Mohamed. The race follows a court-ordered redistricting process that created a more Democratic-leaning seat.

June 11, 2026

Liban Mohamed Advances to Democratic Primary for Utah's 1st District

Liban Mohamed advanced from the Utah Democratic convention to compete in the 2026 primary for the state's new 1st Congressional District. He faces a crowded field of Democratic candidates including Ben McAdams, Nate Blouin, and Michael Farrell.

WashingtonJune 7, 2026

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