Oregon's 5th congressional district race draws national attention as candidates clash over key issues

Oregon's 5th congressional district race is highly competitive as Rep. Lori Chavez-Deremer seeks to retain her seat against state Rep. Janelle Bynum. Chavez-Deremer, a Republican, previously flipped the seat from Democratic control in 2022. Chavez-Deremer emphasizes her bipartisan record, claiming over 84% of her bills are bipartisan. She has clarified her stance on abortion, stating she does not support a national ban and respects Oregonians' access to abortion. Bynum aims to codify abortion access federally and advocates for police accountability without defunding. She addressed past allegations regarding a campaign incident, confirming she reported it to the appropriate organization but not to the police.