Background
Jack Reed was born in Providence, Rhode Island, in 1949. He earned his bachelor's degree from the United States Military Academy, West Point in 1971, an M.P.P. from the Kennedy School of Government, Harvard University in 1973, and his J.D. from Harvard Law School in 1982. Reed worked as a professor and a lawyer. He served in Rhode Island State Senate from 1985 to 1991 and the United States House of Representatives from 1991 to 1997.[1]
- Law:
- Harvard Law School, 1982
- Graduate:
- Harvard University, 1973
- Bachelor's:
- West Point, 1971
Campaign money
- Raised
- $4.5M
- From individuals
- $2.7M
- From PACs & party
- $1.5M
- Own money
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FEC filings through August 20, 2026.
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On the 2026 ballot
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