Congresswoman Hillary Scholten is an attorney, public servant, and advocate for working families representing Michigan’s 3rd Congressional District. A West Michigan resident, Scholten has built her career around expanding opportunity, protecting rights, and delivering practical solutions for her community.
Before being elected to Congress, Scholten worked as an immigration attorney and advocate, representing families and individuals navigating complex legal systems. She also served in the U.S. Department of Justice, where she worked on civil rights and immigration issues, gaining experience at the federal level and a deep understanding of how policy impacts people’s lives.
In Congress, Scholten has focused on lowering costs, strengthening economic opportunity, and supporting Michigan workers and families. She has worked to bring federal resources back to West Michigan, support small businesses, and invest in infrastructure and community development.
Representing a district that has trended more competitive in recent cycles but now leans Democratic, Scholten has established herself as a steady, results-oriented leader with a focus on practical governance rather than partisan conflict. Her approach reflects the priorities of West Michigan voters—economic stability, strong communities, and accountable leadership.
As she runs for re-election, Scholten remains focused on delivering results for Michigan families while helping strengthen Democratic performance across the state.
Key Issue Stances & Priorities
Lowering Costs for Families – Scholten is focused on reducing the cost of healthcare, prescription drugs, and everyday expenses.
Economic Growth & Jobs – She supports policies that strengthen local businesses, create jobs, and expand economic opportunity across West Michigan.
Healthcare Access & Affordability – Scholten advocates for expanding access to affordable healthcare and protecting coverage for families.
Protecting Rights & Freedoms – With a background in civil rights law, she supports protecting fundamental rights and ensuring equal access to opportunity.
Infrastructure & Community Investment – She has worked to secure investments in infrastructure and local development that benefit communities across MI-03.
Why Hillary Scholten
- Incumbent in a Likely D district with strong positioning
- Proven ability to win and hold a historically competitive seat
- Background in law and public service with real-world impact
- Focused on practical, results-oriented leadership
- Important role in supporting statewide Democratic turnout
I ran for Congress in 2022 because I knew my home district needed a leader who was committed to putting forth common-sense solutions to the pressing problems facing West Michigan. From a healthcare system strained by a pandemic, to the rising cost of goods, to an organized assault on our democracy, we need a proven leader who will roll up her sleeves to help working families, and who will do what’s right, not what’s easy. I am so proud of all we have accomplished during my first term in Congress, and I am running for re-election because there is so much work that still needs to be done.
That’s the West Michigan way.