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Jay Feely

RepublicanFirst-time candidate

Jay Feely, a former NFL kicker and CBS analyst, is a first-time Republican candidate for U.S. House in Arizona's 1st District. He emphasizes securing the border, supporting the Trump agenda, and defending constitutional rights.

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Background

Feely received a bachelor's degree in finance from the University of Michigan in 1998. Feely was a kicker for six NFL teams from 2001 to 2014. Following his athletic career, Feely was an NFL analyst for CBS.[1][2]

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Campaign websitesFeely's campaign website stated the following:Jay Feely earned a reputation in the NFL for his performance on the field, but it’s his integrity, commitment to serve, and dedication to American values that truly define him. As a devoted husband, father and grandfather, and 15 year resident of the Valley, Jay is now running for Congress to defend our freedoms, secure the border, and reignite the American Dream.A staunch supporter of President Trump and the America First Agenda, Jay aims to bring the same toughness and discipline from his football career to Washington.Arizona Interests RepresentedWashington is broken—and too many in Congress are more interested in pleasing lobbyists and party bosses than fighting for the people they represent. I’m going to Washington to give Congress the kick it needs, not to make friends—I’m going to make a difference for Arizona.In Congress, I’ll be a voice for the Valley—not the D.C. establishment. That means protecting our water, standing up for our farmers and ranchers, defending our Second Amendment rights, and stopping out-of-control federal mandates that hurt our families, small businesses, and schools. I will always put Arizona first—our values, our economy, our security.We don’t need another rubber stamp in Congress. We need a fighter who will carry Arizona’s voice straight into the halls of power—and never back down.A Secure BorderA nation without borders is no nation at all. Joe Biden and Kamala Harris have created a crisis at our southern border—ushering in a tidal wave of illegal immigration, deadly fentanyl, and violent crime. While they make excuses, President Trump proved you don’t need new laws to secure the border—you need leadership and willpower. He did it in three months.In Congress, I’ll fight to finish the wall, dismantle the Biden/Harris open-borders agenda, and deliver results. That includes supporting mass deportations of violent offenders, fully backing our police, Border Patrol and ICE agents, and working to eradicate fentanyl before it reaches our neighborhoods. Our families deserve safety. Our officers deserve support. I will deliver both.A Strong American EconomyArizona is the beating heart of America’s economic future. We’re leading the way in semiconductor manufacturing, aerospace, defense technology, and logistics. But if we want to stay competitive, we must stay bold.In Congress, I’ll fight to slash red tape, expand Trump-era tax cuts, unleash domestic manufacturing, and drive down inflation. The Biden economy favored entrenched powers and bureaucrats. We need an economy that rewards working Americans. That’s how we bring good-paying, stable jobs to the Valley and reduce our national debt while we’re at it.Protecting Women's SportsI am unashamed to say: boys should not be competing against girls in sports. Plain and simple. Radical gender ideology is destroying fairness and opportunity for young women, and weak leaders are letting it happen.As a father of a daughter who’s played competitive soccer and former coach, I’ve seen what it takes to compete—and what’s at risk when biological men are allowed to take the field. In Congress, I will fight to protect girls’ and women’s sports by codifying common-sense laws that ensure fair competition and keep women's titles out of men's hands. A Restoration of the American DreamThe American Dream used to mean something—work hard, build a family, buy a home, and create a better future. But under Democrat control, that dream has slipped further out of reach for Arizona families.Skyrocketing inflation, reckless spending, and an out-of-touch Washington machine have made it harder than ever for young families to get started. In Congress, I’ll fight to restore upward mobility and bring the cost of living down—so Arizonans can build lives right here in the Valley, not be priced out of it.Standing with Israel & Fighting AntisemitismI’ve stood on the border of Gaza. I’ve seen the sniper walls Israel must use to protect innocent families from terrorist rockets. And I’ve seen firsthand the strength and resilience of our greatest ally in the Middle East.In Congress, I will stand unapologetically with Israel and fight to strengthen the U.S.-Israel relationship. That includes fighting antisemitism right here at home—especially on college campuses where Jewish students are being harassed and targeted simply for being who they are. We will make it clear: antisemitism has no place in America. Under President Trump, America stood with Israel. Under Biden, that support has been dangerously weakened. I will work to help restore our commitment to our greatest ally in the middle east.Unleashing American Energy IndependenceThe path to prosperity runs through American energy. I proudly support President Trump’s America-First energy agenda—and I’ll work to unleash the full power of American oil, natural gas, clean coal, and the next generation of innovation.Energy independence means lower costs for families, more jobs for Arizona workers, and greater national security. It means never again being held hostage by foreign adversaries or Green New Deal lies. I’ll fight to restore American energy dominance by cutting red tape, encouraging exploration, and building the infrastructure we need to fuel America’s comeback.— Jay Feely's campaign website (July 29, 2026)Feely's campaign website stated the following:TOUGH ON THE FIELD. TOUGHER IN WASHINGTON.PRIORITIESJay Feely earned a reputation in the NFL for his performance on the field, but it’s his integrity, commitment to serve, and dedication to American values that truly define him. As a devoted husband, father and grandfather, and 15 year resident of the Valley, Jay is now running for Congress to defend our freedoms, secure the border, and reignite the American Dream.A staunch supporter of President Trump and the America First Agenda, Jay aims to bring the same toughness and discipline from his football career to Washington.ARIZONA INTERESTS REPRESENTEDWashington is broken—and too many in Congress are more interested in pleasing lobbyists and party bosses than fighting for the people they represent. I’m going to Washington to give Congress the kick it needs, not to make friends—I’m going to make a difference for Arizona.In Congress, I’ll be a voice for the Valley—not the D.C. establishment. That means protecting our water, standing up for our farmers and ranchers, defending our Second Amendment rights, and stopping out-of-control federal mandates that hurt our families, small businesses, and schools. I will always put Arizona first—our values, our economy, our security.We don’t need another rubber stamp in Congress. We need a fighter who will carry Arizona’s voice straight into the halls of power—and never back down.A SECURE BORDERA nation without borders is no nation at all. Joe Biden and Kamala Harris have created a crisis at our southern border—ushering in a tidal wave of illegal immigration, deadly fentanyl, and violent crime. While they make excuses, President Trump proved you don’t need new laws to secure the border—you need leadership and willpower. He did it in three months.In Congress, I’ll fight to finish the wall, dismantle the Biden/Harris open-borders agenda, and deliver results. That includes supporting mass deportations of violent offenders, fully backing our police, Border Patrol and ICE agents, and working to eradicate fentanyl before it reaches our neighborhoods. Our families deserve safety. Our officers deserve support. I will deliver both.A STRONG AMERICAN ECONOMY Arizona is the beating heart of America’s economic future. We’re leading the way in semiconductor manufacturing, aerospace, defense technology, and logistics. But if we want to stay competitive, we must stay bold.In Congress, I’ll fight to slash red tape, expand Trump-era tax cuts, unleash domestic manufacturing, and drive down inflation. The Biden economy favored entrenched powers and bureaucrats. We need an economy that rewards working Americans. That’s how we bring good-paying, stable jobs to the Valley and reduce our national debt while we’re at it.PROTECTING WOMEN'S SPORTSI am unashamed to say: boys should not be competing against girls in sports. Plain and simple. Radical gender ideology is destroying fairness and opportunity for young women, and weak leaders are letting it happen.As a father of a daughter who’s played competitive soccer and former coach, I’ve seen what it takes to compete—and what’s at risk when biological men are allowed to take the field. In Congress, I will fight to protect girls’ and women’s sports by codifying common-sense laws that ensure fair competition and keep women's titles out of men's hands. A RESTORATION OF THE AMERICAN DREAMThe American Dream used to mean something—work hard, build a family, buy a home, and create a better future. But under Democrat control, that dream has slipped further out of reach for Arizona families.Skyrocketing inflation, reckless spending, and an out-of-touch Washington machine have made it harder than ever for young families to get started. In Congress, I’ll fight to restore upward mobility and bring the cost of living down—so Arizonans can build lives right here in the Valley, not be priced out of it.STANDING WITH ISRAEL & FIGHTING ANTISEMITISMI’ve stood on the border of Gaza. I’ve seen the sniper walls Israel must use to protect innocent families from terrorist rockets. And I’ve seen firsthand the strength and resilience of our greatest ally in the Middle East.In Congress, I will stand unapologetically with Israel and fight to strengthen the U.S.-Israel relationship. That includes fighting antisemitism right here at home—especially on college campuses where Jewish students are being harassed and targeted simply for being who they are. We will make it clear: antisemitism has no place in America. Under President Trump, America stood with Israel. Under Biden, that support has been dangerously weakened. I will work to help restore our commitment to our greatest ally in the middle east.UNLEASHING AMERICAN ENERGY INDEPENDENCE The path to prosperity runs through American energy. I proudly support President Trump’s America-First energy agenda—and I’ll work to unleash the full power of American oil, natural gas, clean coal, and the next generation of innovation.Energy independence means lower costs for families, more jobs for Arizona workers, and greater national security. It means never again being held hostage by foreign adversaries or Green New Deal lies. I’ll fight to restore American energy dominance by cutting red tape, encouraging exploration, and building the infrastructure we need to fuel America’s comeback.— Jay Feely's campaign website (April 30, 2026)Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.

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"Jay Feely for Congress" – Feely campaign ad, released April 25, 2025

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