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Montana · Montana's 1st District · Updated Oct 16, 2026

Sam Forstag

Democratic

Smokejumper and union leader

2026 race · Montana's 1st District

31% chance of winning · race rated Lean R

31%69%

27% chance of winning · race rated Lean R

27%73%
● Sam Forstag● Aaron FlintAlso: Nick Sheedy (L)
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Background

Experience
No elected office

Links: Wikipedia · FEC filings · Candidate list (source)

Fundraising

Raised
$1.4M
From individuals
$1.2M
Spent
$833K
Cash on hand
$550.1K

Money: FEC, through Jun 30, 2026.

Opponents in 2026