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Brian McGinnis

GreenFirst-time candidate

Firefighter

Brian McGinnis ran for U.S. Senate North Carolina in 2026. This is their first run for office.

From the candidate’s public filings

Background

Brian McGinnis served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 2000 to 2004. He earned a high school diploma from Quincy Senior High School and an associate degree from John Wood Community College in 2006.

McGinnis' career experience includes working as a firefighter.[1]

Associates:
John Wood Community College, 2006
High school:
Quincy Senior High School

Campaign money

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From individuals
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From PACs & party
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FEC filings.

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In their own words

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

My name is Brian McGinnis. I will not accept donations from any corporate groups. I represent the people of North Carolina. I will represent an anti war, pro social services perspective in Congress. I believe our education system is failing and is in dire need of increased funding instead of federal cuts. I am a veteran and the VA is far too hard to access and needs to be better staffed. If political leaders cared about its veterans it would reserve involving our military for imminent national security instead of wars based on greed.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

I will not accept money from corporate donors as Democrats and Republicans do. Therefore I will vote with peoples inalienable rights as most important deciding factor. I will not look to pad my own pockets and one term is all I am looking for and term limits need to be instated.Income inequality is dividing our country's population and therefore weakening our national strength. A country divided cannot stand. The have-nots must be listened to and I am here to bring them the tools they need to succeed.America is amped and ready to re-industrialize and I am here for it. I will vote to spur on ecologically responsible ways to get American manufacturing and energy stronger and stronger.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Ending wars to stop human suffering. Using America's strength to help the suffering populations of the

world. Ramping up manufacturing and energy in NC with furniture and other factories, as well solar farms in rural areas with low economies.

On the 2026 ballot

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Compiled from the candidate’s published profile as of September 30, 2026 and FEC filings.

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