Loran Ayles, a Republican, is running for Oregon’s 3rd Congressional District against Democratic incumbent Maxine Dexter in the November 3, 2026, election, according to the official ballot.
Background and priorities
Ayles is listed as a signer of the Principles for Trusted Elections pledge. That first-hand organizational record supports a limited description of his publicly stated election principles.
The pledge emphasizes election integrity, fair administration and access for eligible voters. It calls on signers to support trustworthy elections and accept legitimate outcomes.
No submitted Surround Sound Media questionnaire response was available.
Source: Principles for Trusted Elections signer record; ballot identity verified against the official November ballot. Candidate statements describe the candidates’ own backgrounds and positions.
Responses are based on public data and answers to a Surround Sound Media questionnaire if they were provided.
