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Fred Wellman
Democratic nominee for U.S. House, Missouri’s 2nd District
$0
in backing from the pro-Israel PACs we track, 2016–2026
Fred Wellman is the Democratic nominee for U.S. House in Missouri’s 2nd District on November 3, 2026, against Ann Wagner (R, inc.). Backed by AIPAC or allied pro-Israel PACs: $0 (2016–2026).
Not a member of Congress: this page covers Fred Wellman’s 2026 race. Members of Congress and governors have a page with their votes as well (the full list); this one isn’t counted in the site’s totals or lists.
Where the campaign’s money comes from
Fred Wellman’s campaign has raised $2,178,965 in the 2026 election cycle through October 14, 2026, and had $240,718 in cash on hand at the end of that period.
- Individual donors$2,040,180
- PACs and other committees$136,125
- The candidate’s own money and loans$1,378
- Other$1,282
From donors who gave over $200: $582,529 after refunds, in gifts through July 15, 2026; 55% from Missouri, 45% from other states. Top states: Missouri $318,091 (55%), California $55,824 (10%), New York $41,739 (7%), Virginia $19,834 (3%), Illinois $19,095 (3%). About 710 donors. The FEC lists a gift by donor once the donor has given more than $200 (bulk file as of October 25, 2026; each gift counted once, refunds subtracted, no donor named).
Totals the campaign reported to the FEC (individual donors are not named). Reports lag: the latest one covers the period shown. FEC candidate page: H6MO02343 (2026 reports).
- Labor unions$34,000
PAC contributions to the campaign, including donations AIPAC passed on as earmarks, since 2016.
Money from the pro-Israel PACs we track
None of the pro-Israel PACs we track gave to Fred Wellman’s campaign committees or reported outside spending for or against them in 2016–2026, in the FEC filings we read.
The race
- November 3, 2026. On the ballot: Fred Wellman (Democratic); Ann Wagner (Republican, incumbent); Brandon Daugherty (Libertarian)
- Incumbent: Ann Wagner (R)
- Rating: Lean RAverage of 7; Toss-up to Solid R
- Missouri 2nd District 2026: who’s running
- Every Missouri race on the 2026 ballot
- Campaign site
How to vote in Missouri
Early voting is available. Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026.
- Dates and locations in Missouri
- Check your registration on Missouri’s election website
- Registration and ballot deadlines on Vote.gov for Missouri
About Fred Wellman
Each line links its source. Background and endorsements are in our words; positions are quoted word for word from the source shown (the campaign’s or an official site, a questionnaire, or Fred Wellman quoted in the news). Sources checked October 25, 2026. Listing an endorsement or a statement is not this site’s endorsement.
Background
- Founded ScoutComms, a firm serving veterans and military families; host of the On Democracy podcast. · wellmanformo.com (source for Founded ScoutComms, a firm serving veterans and military families; host of the On Democracy podcast.) (archived copy of the source for Founded ScoutComms, a firm serving veterans and military families; host of the On Democracy podcast.)
- Retired from the U.S. Army after 22 years and four combat tours. · wellmanformo.com (source for Retired from the U.S. Army after 22 years and four combat tours.) (archived copy of the source for Retired from the U.S. Army after 22 years and four combat tours.)
- Graduated from West Point with an Army commission, class of 1987; master's degree, Harvard Kennedy School. · wellmanformo.com (source for Graduated from West Point with an Army commission, class of 1987; master's degree, Harvard Kennedy School.) (archived copy of the source for Graduated from West Point with an Army commission, class of 1987; master's degree, Harvard Kennedy School.)
Endorsements
- Missouri AFL-CIO · labortribune.com (source for the Missouri AFL-CIO endorsement) (archived copy of the source for the Missouri AFL-CIO endorsement)
- VoteVets PAC · votevets.org (source for the VoteVets PAC endorsement) (archived copy of the source for the VoteVets PAC endorsement)
Others not listed.
Stated positions
- Israel and Gaza: “The killing must end, humanitarian aid must reach civilians, and the United States must ensure that our military assistance is used in accordance with American and international law.” wellmanformo.com (source for Israel and Gaza statement) (archived copy of the source for Israel and Gaza statement)
- Campaign finance and super PACs: No statement found (looked at wellmanformo.com (checked for Campaign finance and super PACs, page 1), wellmanformo.com (checked for Campaign finance and super PACs, page 2), wellmanformo.com (checked for Campaign finance and super PACs, page 3); October 25, 2026).
- Health care: “I support the Leveling the Playing Field approach and immediate reforms that can pass and help people now: restoring ACA subsidies, reversing damaging Medicaid cuts, lowering the Medicare eligibility age, and creating a strong public option.” wellmanformo.com (source for Health care statement) (archived copy of the source for Health care statement)
- Labor: “I stand squarely with working Americans and our labor unions.” wellmanformo.com (source for Labor statement) (archived copy of the source for Labor statement)
- Immigration: “We need a fair and commonsense immigration system that reflects our values and fixes what is broken while keeping our borders secure.” wellmanformo.com (source for Immigration statement) (archived copy of the source for Immigration statement)
- Housing: “Build more housing. Expand the housing tax credit so affordable units actually get built.” wellmanformo.com (source for Housing statement) (archived copy of the source for Housing statement)
Where this comes from
The same FEC ledger as every page on the site (how we count), read for each FEC candidate ID Fred Wellman has used:
Photo of Fred Wellman: Germanna CC (photo of Fred Wellman), CC BY 2.0.
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Questions and answers
Has Fred Wellman been backed by AIPAC?
No. Fred Wellman has had no backing from AIPAC's PAC or its super PAC, United Democracy Project, or from the other pro-Israel PACs we track (2016–2026).
How much pro-Israel PAC backing has Fred Wellman had?
$0 from the pro-Israel PACs we track (2016–2026).
Where do these figures come from?
They come from FEC filings.