MO-8 — U.S. House: the 2026 race

2 challengers were on the ballot.

• Jason Smith (Republican), holds the seat: On the November ballot: awaiting result
• Christopher Reichard (Democrat): On the November ballot: awaiting result

Also on the November ballot, per Wikipedia's results page, with no FEC filing over $5,000 and so no profile here: Rebecca Sharpe Lombard (Libertarian).

2 no longer in this race — lost the primary, withdrew, or were not on the primary ballot:

• Frank A Barnitz (Democrat): Lost the 2026 primary
• Gordon Heslop (Republican): Lost the 2026 primary

Where each stands: per Wikipedia's election results page.

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