Niki Conforti: 2026 candidate for 6th Congressional District

Bio

Party: Republican

Office sought: 6th Congressional District

City: Glen Ellyn

Age: 63

Occupation: Energy consultant (2017 - present)

Previous offices held: Elected Precinct Committeeman

Q&A

What is your top issue and how do you propose to address it?

I have lived in the 6th District for the majority of my life. As a result, I have come to understand the needs of its constituents, which are similar to my own.

Currently, affordability is a critical issue with prices remaining high for too long. The reason for this high cost-of-living can be attributed to energy and healthcare. This is where my previous health care experience as a director and my current role as an energy consultant form the foundation to create meaningful policy for the district.

As a member of Congress, I intend to create legislation that helps to bend the cost curve and ease the pressure on those that live in the 6th District. To achieve this goal, I will:

1) Push for legislation that cuts regulations in the energy industry and limits the renewable energy component.

2) Tap into my professional expertise in the health care industry to push for legislation that increases transparency in medical billing and drives up competition in the health care marketplace.

3) Pass legislation that aims to stimulate economic growth and business activity. This will be achieved through the return of manufacturing to the 6th District and the accompanying jobs.

Do you support the unilateral foreign policy course President Trump has taken with such actions as the bombing of Iran, assaults on Venezuelan ships and the seizure of the Venezuelan president?

Yes, I approve of these actions. They work to benefit the American people by protecting national security and reducing the flow of fentanyl and other deadly drugs into our country.

The executive branch has expanded its powers in recent years on foreign policy, economic tariffs, executive orders and more. Are you satisfied with the direction these activities are moving? If so, why? If not, what needs to be done differently?

Yes, I support these actions. I am an America First candidate. I stand for peace and strengthening the American economy, which these actions will accomplish. For example, I support tariffs. We are in competition with China for manufacturing. American companies should build right here in the United States and keep manufacturing jobs in our communities. More industry leads to more jobs.

Illinois has been losing industry at a quickening pace – and losing jobs. From job loss to higher prices, every day Americans are forced to deplete their savings just to get by. We are working harder – for less. I will work to stimulate the return of manufacturing to the 6th District and provide relief – getting people back to work.

What should U.S. border policy be? If elected, what would you do to make it happen?

I support a closed border policy. I am the proud daughter of a legal immigrant. I support legal immigration and see the benefits that it brings to our economy. However, the problem is not with legal immigrants but with illegal immigrants.

The influx of millions of illegals is draining our resources and making our communities less safe – putting us all at risk. Constituents should not be paying for the free housing, free healthcare, free phones and meals that illegals are receiving, when they continue to struggle themselves. I support expanding ICE and deporting violent criminals. Eliminating border checkpoints and refusing to deport those who commit violent crimes makes every resident less safe.

What should be the government’s role in assuring health care for Americans? What should be done regarding the ACA to better perform this function?

Obamacare has been a disaster for Illinois. Many counties only have two options for consumers, and our healthcare costs have only gone up over the last decade. We can, and must, do better. Ironically, they call it the Affordable Care Act, but it has been unaffordable for most Americans and small businesses.

Having worked in the healthcare industry, I will push for real reform that will increase transparency in billing, which will foster competition among healthcare systems. I also believe consumers should have more options in the marketplace and their policies should be transportable across state lines. I will work to cut costs by giving families more flexibility in their healthcare coverage options. These initiatives will make healthcare more accessible and more affordable.

What is your vision for a solution to conflicts involving Israel and the Palestinians? What should the United States be doing to advance this position?

I stand for peace across the globe, and I will support policies that end the killings and push for peace.