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Nate Blouin

U.S. House District 1

DemocraticNo longer running · Out in Primary

About

Nate Blouin is a Democratic member of the Utah State Senate representing District 13, having assumed office on January 1, 2023, after winning election in 2022. A progressive Democrat and former climate policy advocate with a background in renewable energy, he ran for the Democratic nomination in Utah's 1st Congressional District for the 2026 U.S. House election but lost the primary on June 23, 2026, receiving approximately 24-27.5% of the vote behind Ben McAdams.

Where they stand

Medicare for All supports single-payer healthcare to reduce costs and expand coverage.

Housing advocates banning algorithmic price fixing by corporations, tenant protections, and increased public housing investment.

Environment/Great Salt Lake prioritizes funding and policies to secure water rights and restore the lake, while opposing large emissions facilities like data centers.

AI and data centers calls for a national moratorium on unchecked development due to environmental impacts like emissions and water use.

Minimum wage and corporate power supports raising the minimum wage and challenging big utilities and monopolies.

Foreign policy favors reducing military spending abroad to redirect funds domestically and emphasizes diplomacy over intervention.

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Coverage

Utah Senate District 13: Silvia Catten, Ryan Mahoney and Colin Smith face off

After state Sen. Nate Blouin decided to forgo reelection for a congressional campaign, three candidates are vying to replace him. (Campaign photos) Silvia Catten, left, and Colin Smith, candidates for the 2026 Senate District 13 election.

October 12, 2026

Blouin Heads to Primary for Utah's 1st District Amid Redistricting

Utah State Senator Nate Blouin is preparing for the June 23 Democratic primary for Utah's 1st Congressional District following his loss at the April convention. Meanwhile, Richfield City officials have outlined potential uses for federal Community Development Block Grant funding.

RichfieldJune 12, 2026

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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