By Andrew DeMillo | Editor-in-Chief
Good morning, Advocate readers! It’s 28 days until the November election. Central Arkansas’ 2nd Congressional District has been eyed by Democrats for several election cycles, but this year they’re increasingly hopeful about their chances. Today we take a look at the matchup. You can find more Arkansas government and politics news at the Advocate site here.
For a look at the other races on the ballot, check out the Advocate’s voter guide for a rundown. And watch Editor-in-Chief Andrew DeMillo’s appearance on Capitol View discussing the political headlines:
Republican U.S. Rep. French Hill face Democrat Chris Jones in the 2026 election for Arkansas’ 2nd Congressional District. (Photos courtesy of Arkansas Secretary of State)
GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS
By Tess Vrbin
The race for central Arkansas’ 2nd Congressional District between Republican Rep. French Hill and Democrat Chris Jones is gaining national attention.
Rep. Keith Brooks (left) and Education Secretary Jacob Oliva present the LEARNS Act to the House Education Committee on Feb. 28, 2023. (Photo by Antoinette Grajeda/Arkansas Advocate)
GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS
By Antoinette Grajeda
The Joint Education Committee recommended Monday that Arkansas increase the per-student funding directed to public schools by more than 2% over the next two years.
U.S. Sen. Tom Cotton addresses supporters at Republican Party headquarters in downtown Little Rock on March 3, 2026 after being declared winner of his party’s primary. (Photo by John Sykes/Arkansas Advocate)
GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS
By Tess Vrbin
President Donald Trump posted on social media a cellphone number he claimed belonged to Republican U.S. Sen. Tom Cotton in a Saturday tirade against the Arkansas lawmaker for opposing a bill that would make daylight saving time permanent.
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