A cure for Trump? Why Democratic doctors are running in the 2026 midterms

What happened: A wave of Democratic doctors and public health professionals is running for Congress in the midterms, including Richard Pan in California, Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan's Senate race, and Annie Andrews in South Carolina. Key numbers: The American College of Gastroenterology estimated as many as 25 physicians could win congressional office this Why it matters: Experts and advocacy groups link the rise in Democratic doctor candidates to frustration with Trump-era health policies, and Motta said they are trying to capitalise on how frustrated most people are with those decisions. Coverage: 7 outlets in 24h

A wave of Democratic doctors and public health professionals is running for Congress in the midterms, including Richard Pan in California, Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan's Senate race, and Annie Andrews in South Carolina.

Experts and advocacy groups link the rise in Democratic doctor candidates to frustration with Trump-era health policies, and Motta said they are trying to capitalise on how frustrated most people are with those decisions.