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James Russell
Democratic nominee for U.S. House, Arkansas’ 4th District
$0
in backing from the pro-Israel PACs we track, 2016–2026
James Russell is the Democratic nominee for U.S. House in Arkansas’ 4th District on November 3, 2026, against Bruce Westerman (R, inc.). Backed by AIPAC or allied pro-Israel PACs: $0 (2016–2026).
Not a member of Congress: this page covers James Russell’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
James Russell’s campaign has raised $21,554 in the 2026 election cycle through October 14, 2026, and had $4,546 in cash on hand at the end of that period.
- Individual donors$18,354
- PACs and other committees$2,500
- Political party committees$700
From donors who gave over $200: $6,884 after refunds, in gifts through September 30, 2026; 78% from Arkansas, 22% from other states. Top states: Arkansas $5,384 (78%), California $950 (14%), Massachusetts $300 (4%), Maryland $250 (4%). 16 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: H6AR04084 (2026 reports).
Money from the pro-Israel PACs we track
None of the pro-Israel PACs we track gave to James Russell’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: James Russell (Democratic); Bruce Westerman (Republican, incumbent)
- Incumbent: Bruce Westerman (R)
- Rating: Solid RAverage of 6; all agree
- Arkansas 4th District 2026: who’s running
- Every Arkansas race on the 2026 ballot
- Campaign site
How to vote in Arkansas
Early voting is available. Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026.
- Dates and locations in Arkansas
- Check your registration on Arkansas’ election website
- Registration and ballot deadlines on Vote.gov for Arkansas
About James Russell
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 James Russell quoted in the news). Sources checked October 25, 2026. Listing an endorsement or a statement is not this site’s endorsement.
Background
- Owner-operator, with his wife, of an outpatient mental health business in Little Rock since 2014. · russellforar.com (source for Owner-operator, with his wife, of an outpatient mental health business in Little Rock since 2014.) (archived copy of the source for Owner-operator, with his wife, of an outpatient mental health business in Little Rock since 2014.)
- Enlisted in the Arkansas National Guard. · russellforar.com (source for Enlisted in the Arkansas National Guard.) (archived copy of the source for Enlisted in the Arkansas National Guard.)
- Graduate of the University of Central Arkansas (Pre-Med/Pre-Law curriculum). · russellforar.com (source for Graduate of the University of Central Arkansas (Pre-Med/Pre-Law curriculum).) (archived copy of the source for Graduate of the University of Central Arkansas (Pre-Med/Pre-Law curriculum).)
Stated positions
- Israel and Gaza: No statement found (looked at russellforar.com (checked for Israel and Gaza, page 1), russellforar.com (checked for Israel and Gaza, page 2), russellforar.com (checked for Israel and Gaza, page 3); October 25, 2026).
- Campaign finance and super PACs: “I refuse to accept funds from AIPAC.” russellforar.com (source for Campaign finance and super PACs statement) (archived copy of the source for Campaign finance and super PACs statement)
- Health care: “We can fix this by expanding Medicare and moving toward healthcare for everyone.” russellforar.com (source for Health care statement) (archived copy of the source for Health care statement)
- Labor: “We need fair laws that raise wages, make sure everyone gets equal pay for equal work, and treat all workers fairly.” russellforar.com (source for Labor statement) (archived copy of the source for Labor statement)
- Immigration: No statement found (looked at russellforar.com (checked for Immigration, page 1), russellforar.com (checked for Immigration, page 2), russellforar.com (checked for Immigration, page 3); October 25, 2026).
- Housing: “We need to stop big companies from buying up homes and raising rent too high.” russellforar.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 James Russell has used:
Photo of James Russell: James Russell for Arkansas (photo of James Russell), used with permission.
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Questions and answers
Has James Russell been backed by AIPAC?
No. James Russell 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 James Russell had?
$0 from the pro-Israel PACs we track (2016–2026).
Where do these figures come from?
They come from FEC filings.