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Zyon Khalifa

U.S. House — SC-02 • Party: Democratic

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Career record

Public career

  • Zyon Khalifa is listed as a candidate for U.S. House — SC-02.

Career record

Private career

  • Zyon Khalifa's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Healthcare: What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about? I am most passionate about expanding economic opportunity, improving healthcare access, protecting data privacy, and advancing criminal justice reform. I believe success should not require leaving your co
  • Zyon Khalifa has a source-backed statement on Jobs and economy: An economy that works for everyday people by lowering costs, supporting small businesses, creating good-paying jobs, and investing in the future of South Carolina communities;
  • Zyon Khalifa has a source-backed statement on Public safety: Prioritize enforcement on serious public safety threats , not families and workers contributing to our communities

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5 items

Ballotpedia questionnaire

Environment and energy

“I’m running because it’s time for leadership that reflects the people living today, not decades ago. As a Gen Z candidate who grew up in this district, I understand the challenges families are facing right now: rising costs, limited opportunities, and feeling overlooked by those in power. I bring the energy, accessibility, and perspective needed to connect with all voters and move our district forward.”

Touches Environmental stewardship, Infrastructure reliability; not directly matched to the saved profile labels. • Zyon Khalifa - Ballotpedia

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Public safety

“As technology evolves, I support strong data privacy protections so individuals have control over their personal information. I also advocate for a fair and accountable criminal justice system that promotes both public safety and rehabilitation.”

Touches Public safety; not directly matched to the saved profile labels. • Zyon Khalifa - Ballotpedia

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Education

“Zyon Khalifa is a next-generation leader running to represent South Carolina’s 2nd Congressional District with a focus on putting people over politics. A South Carolina native and graduate of both Silver Bluff High School and the University of South Carolina, Khalifa is committed to investing in the communities that raised him.”

Touches Education quality; not directly matched to the saved profile labels. • Zyon Khalifa - Ballotpedia

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Jobs and economy

“Bringing a fresh perspective, Khalifa’s campaign is centered on expanding opportunity, strengthening economic mobility, protecting individual freedoms, and ensuring that government is responsive to everyday people, not just special interests. His background in law and public service reflects a commitment to justice, accountability, and real solutions that meet the moment.”

Touches Economic opportunity, Small business support; not directly matched to the saved profile labels. • Zyon Khalifa - Ballotpedia

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Ballotpedia questionnaire

Election integrity

“The general election will occur on November 3, 2026.”

Touches Government transparency, Institutional accountability; not directly matched to the saved profile labels. • Zyon Khalifa - Ballotpedia

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Campaign promises

Top campaign promises

Campaign promises

Environment and energy

Zyon Khalifa's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Environment and energy: I’m running because it’s time for leadership that reflects the people living today, not decades ago. As a Gen Z candidate who grew up in this district, I understand the challenges families are facing right now: rising costs, limited opportunities, and feeli

“I’m running because it’s time for leadership that reflects the people living today, not decades ago. As a Gen Z candidate who grew up in this district, I understand the challenges families are facing right now: rising costs, limited opportunities, and feeling overlooked by those in power. I bring the energy, accessibility, and perspective needed to connect with all voters and move our district forward.” • Zyon Khalifa - Ballotpedia

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Campaign promises

Public safety

Zyon Khalifa's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Public safety: As technology evolves, I support strong data privacy protections so individuals have control over their personal information. I also advocate for a fair and accountable criminal justice system that promotes both public safety and rehabilitation.

“As technology evolves, I support strong data privacy protections so individuals have control over their personal information. I also advocate for a fair and accountable criminal justice system that promotes both public safety and rehabilitation.” • Zyon Khalifa - Ballotpedia

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Campaign promises

Education

Zyon Khalifa's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Education: Zyon Khalifa is a next-generation leader running to represent South Carolina’s 2nd Congressional District with a focus on putting people over politics. A South Carolina native and graduate of both Silver Bluff High School and the University of South Carolina, Khalifa is

“Zyon Khalifa is a next-generation leader running to represent South Carolina’s 2nd Congressional District with a focus on putting people over politics. A South Carolina native and graduate of both Silver Bluff High School and the University of South Carolina, Khalifa is committed to investing in the communities that raised him.” • Zyon Khalifa - Ballotpedia

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Campaign promises

Jobs and economy

Zyon Khalifa's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Jobs and economy: Bringing a fresh perspective, Khalifa’s campaign is centered on expanding opportunity, strengthening economic mobility, protecting individual freedoms, and ensuring that government is responsive to everyday people, not just special interests. His background in la

“Bringing a fresh perspective, Khalifa’s campaign is centered on expanding opportunity, strengthening economic mobility, protecting individual freedoms, and ensuring that government is responsive to everyday people, not just special interests. His background in law and public service reflects a commitment to justice, accountability, and real solutions that meet the moment.” • Zyon Khalifa - Ballotpedia

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Campaign promises

Election integrity

Zyon Khalifa's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Election integrity: The general election will occur on November 3, 2026.

“The general election will occur on November 3, 2026.” • Zyon Khalifa - Ballotpedia

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Policy plans

Major concrete policy plans

Policy plans

Environment and energy

Zyon Khalifa's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Environment and energy: I’m running because it’s time for leadership that reflects the people living today, not decades ago. As a Gen Z candidate who grew up in this district, I understand the challenges families are facing right now: rising costs, limited opportunities, and feeli

“I’m running because it’s time for leadership that reflects the people living today, not decades ago. As a Gen Z candidate who grew up in this district, I understand the challenges families are facing right now: rising costs, limited opportunities, and feeling overlooked by those in power. I bring the energy, accessibility, and perspective needed to connect with all voters and move our district forward.” • Zyon Khalifa - Ballotpedia

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Policy plans

Jobs and economy

Zyon Khalifa's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Jobs and economy: Bringing a fresh perspective, Khalifa’s campaign is centered on expanding opportunity, strengthening economic mobility, protecting individual freedoms, and ensuring that government is responsive to everyday people, not just special interests. His background in la

“Bringing a fresh perspective, Khalifa’s campaign is centered on expanding opportunity, strengthening economic mobility, protecting individual freedoms, and ensuring that government is responsive to everyday people, not just special interests. His background in law and public service reflects a commitment to justice, accountability, and real solutions that meet the moment.” • Zyon Khalifa - Ballotpedia

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Policy plans

Healthcare

Zyon Khalifa's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Healthcare: What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about? I am most passionate about expanding economic opportunity, improving healthcare access, protecting data privacy, and advancing criminal justice reform. I believe success should not require leaving your co

“What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about? I am most passionate about expanding economic opportunity, improving healthcare access, protecting data privacy, and advancing criminal justice reform. I believe success should not require leaving your community, which is why I support investments in job creation, small businesses, and workforce development. I am committed to ensuring affordable, accessible healthcare for all, especially in underserved areas. As technology evolves, I support strong data privacy protections so individuals have control over their personal information. I also advocate for a fair and accountable criminal justice system that promotes both public safety and rehabilitation. Note: Ballotpedia reserves the right to edit Candidate Connection survey responses. Any edits made by Ballotpedia will be clearly marked with [brackets] for the public. If the candidate disagrees with an edit, he or she may request the full removal of the survey response from Ballotpedia.org. Ballotpedia does not edit or correct typographical errors unless the candidate's campaign requests it.” • Zyon Khalifa - Ballotpedia

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Policy plans

Jobs and economy

Zyon Khalifa has a source-backed statement on Jobs and economy: An economy that works for everyday people by lowering costs, supporting small businesses, creating good-paying jobs, and investing in the future of South Carolina communities;

“An economy that works for everyday people by lowering costs, supporting small businesses, creating good-paying jobs, and investing in the future of South Carolina communities;” • Volunteer to Phone Bank for Zyon Khalifa — Khalifa For Congress

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Policy plans

Education

Zyon Khalifa has a source-backed statement on Education: Shift the Focus from Incarceration to Education : Create pathways that guide youth away from the prison pipeline and towards meaningful careers, ensuring a brighter future for all.

“Shift the Focus from Incarceration to Education : Create pathways that guide youth away from the prison pipeline and towards meaningful careers, ensuring a brighter future for all.” • Platform | Join Us for Positive Change — Khalifa For Congress

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Candidate position profile

Normalized issue stances from evidence

This is the canonical data layer the agreement score uses: tiered candidate issue positions, where stronger evidence replaces lower-tier party fallback data.

100% coverage • medium confidence

Healthcare

support • high confidence

4 evidence items across 4 sources. Strongest source: Ballotpedia questionnaire. Evidence tier: 1 — Direct candidate policy/questionnaire/voting evidence.

Zyon Khalifa's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Healthcare: What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about? I am most passionate about expanding economic opportunity, improving healthcare access, protecting data privacy, and advancing criminal justice reform. I believe success should not require leaving your co

Cost of living / housing

support • medium confidence

3 evidence items across 3 sources. Strongest source: Campaign material. Evidence tier: 1 — Direct candidate policy/questionnaire/voting evidence.

Zyon Khalifa has a source-backed statement on Cost of living: Support Recruitment and Retention : Implement initiatives to recruit new teachers and provide support for current educators, including mentorship programs and professional development opportunities.

Taxes and spending

support • medium confidence

2 evidence items across 1 source. Strongest source: Party platform. Evidence tier: 4 — Party-platform fallback inference; candidate-specific evidence should override when available.

Zyon Khalifa's Democratic affiliation provides a Tier 4 low-confidence party-line fallback on Public investment and taxes; this is not candidate-specific evidence.

Jobs and economy

support • high confidence

4 evidence items across 4 sources. Strongest source: Ballotpedia questionnaire. Evidence tier: 1 — Direct candidate policy/questionnaire/voting evidence.

Zyon Khalifa's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Jobs and economy: Bringing a fresh perspective, Khalifa’s campaign is centered on expanding opportunity, strengthening economic mobility, protecting individual freedoms, and ensuring that government is responsive to everyday people, not just special interests. His background in la

Education

support • high confidence

4 evidence items across 4 sources. Strongest source: Ballotpedia questionnaire. Evidence tier: 1 — Direct candidate policy/questionnaire/voting evidence.

Zyon Khalifa's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Education: Zyon Khalifa is a next-generation leader running to represent South Carolina’s 2nd Congressional District with a focus on putting people over politics. A South Carolina native and graduate of both Silver Bluff High School and the University of South Carolina, Khalifa is

Public safety / crime

oppose • high confidence

3 evidence items across 3 sources. Strongest source: Ballotpedia questionnaire. Evidence tier: 1 — Direct candidate policy/questionnaire/voting evidence.

Zyon Khalifa's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Public safety: As technology evolves, I support strong data privacy protections so individuals have control over their personal information. I also advocate for a fair and accountable criminal justice system that promotes both public safety and rehabilitation.

Immigration

oppose • medium confidence

2 evidence items across 2 sources. Strongest source: Campaign material. Evidence tier: 1 — Direct candidate policy/questionnaire/voting evidence.

Zyon Khalifa has a source-backed statement on Immigration: We deserve an immigration system that is secure, efficient, and humane , one that enforces the law while also reflecting our values as a nation.

Civil liberties and privacy

support • medium confidence

3 evidence items across 3 sources. Strongest source: Campaign material. Evidence tier: 1 — Direct candidate policy/questionnaire/voting evidence.

Zyon Khalifa has a source-backed statement on Civil liberties and privacy: Guarantee due process protections , so outcomes are fair, consistent, and constitutional

Elections and democracy

support • high confidence

6 evidence items across 4 sources. Strongest source: Ballotpedia questionnaire. Evidence tier: 1 — Direct candidate policy/questionnaire/voting evidence.

Zyon Khalifa's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Election integrity: The general election will occur on November 3, 2026.

Environment and energy

support • high confidence

4 evidence items across 4 sources. Strongest source: Ballotpedia questionnaire. Evidence tier: 1 — Direct candidate policy/questionnaire/voting evidence.

Zyon Khalifa's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Environment and energy: I’m running because it’s time for leadership that reflects the people living today, not decades ago. As a Gen Z candidate who grew up in this district, I understand the challenges families are facing right now: rising costs, limited opportunities, and feeli

Abortion and reproductive rights

support • low confidence

1 evidence item across 1 source. Strongest source: Party platform. Evidence tier: 4 — Party-platform fallback inference; candidate-specific evidence should override when available.

Zyon Khalifa's Democratic affiliation provides a Tier 4 low-confidence party-line fallback on Abortion and reproductive rights; this is not candidate-specific evidence.

Guns

support • low confidence

1 evidence item across 1 source. Strongest source: Party platform. Evidence tier: 4 — Party-platform fallback inference; candidate-specific evidence should override when available.

Zyon Khalifa's Democratic affiliation provides a Tier 4 low-confidence party-line fallback on Gun safety background checks and red flag laws; this is not candidate-specific evidence.

Unknown issue axes: 0. Tier 4 starts from party fallback; higher-tier evidence replaces it when available.

Issue-by-issue agreement

12 user positions vs. 12 candidate positions

Rows are grouped by candidate source-data tier first, then sorted as agreed, disagreed, and unknown. Unknown stays unknown when either side has no usable issue position. Radical anti-vibes technology.

No comparable agreement yet • 0 agreed • 0 disagreed • 12 unknown

User issue coverage

0/12

Candidate issue coverage

12/12

Comparable positions

0/12

Overall agreement

N/A

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Tier 1 — direct policy, questionnaire, or voting evidence

9 issues

Civil liberties and privacy

unknown

Your position

Unknown

No saved official issue position for this issue

Candidate position

Support

medium confidence • 3 evidence items

Source: Campaign material

Agreement

N/A

Zyon Khalifa has a source-backed statement on Civil liberties and privacy: Guarantee due process protections , so outcomes are fair, consistent, and constitutional

Cost of living / housing

unknown

Your position

Unknown

No saved official issue position for this issue

Candidate position

Support

medium confidence • 3 evidence items

Source: Campaign material

Agreement

N/A

Zyon Khalifa has a source-backed statement on Cost of living: Support Recruitment and Retention : Implement initiatives to recruit new teachers and provide support for current educators, including mentorship programs and professional development opportunities.

Education

unknown

Your position

Unknown

No saved official issue position for this issue

Candidate position

Support

high confidence • 4 evidence items

Source: Ballotpedia questionnaire

Agreement

N/A

Zyon Khalifa's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Education: Zyon Khalifa is a next-generation leader running to represent South Carolina’s 2nd Congressional District with a focus on putting people over politics. A South Carolina native and graduate of both Silver Bluff High School and the University of South Carolina, Khalifa is

Elections and democracy

unknown

Your position

Unknown

No saved official issue position for this issue

Candidate position

Support

high confidence • 6 evidence items

Source: Ballotpedia questionnaire

Agreement

N/A

Zyon Khalifa's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Election integrity: The general election will occur on November 3, 2026.

Environment and energy

unknown

Your position

Unknown

No saved official issue position for this issue

Candidate position

Support

high confidence • 4 evidence items

Source: Ballotpedia questionnaire

Agreement

N/A

Zyon Khalifa's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Environment and energy: I’m running because it’s time for leadership that reflects the people living today, not decades ago. As a Gen Z candidate who grew up in this district, I understand the challenges families are facing right now: rising costs, limited opportunities, and feeli

Healthcare

unknown

Your position

Unknown

No saved official issue position for this issue

Candidate position

Support

high confidence • 4 evidence items

Source: Ballotpedia questionnaire

Agreement

N/A

Zyon Khalifa's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Healthcare: What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about? I am most passionate about expanding economic opportunity, improving healthcare access, protecting data privacy, and advancing criminal justice reform. I believe success should not require leaving your co

Immigration

unknown

Your position

Unknown

No saved official issue position for this issue

Candidate position

Oppose

medium confidence • 2 evidence items

Source: Campaign material

Agreement

N/A

Zyon Khalifa has a source-backed statement on Immigration: We deserve an immigration system that is secure, efficient, and humane , one that enforces the law while also reflecting our values as a nation.

Jobs and economy

unknown

Your position

Unknown

No saved official issue position for this issue

Candidate position

Support

high confidence • 4 evidence items

Source: Ballotpedia questionnaire

Agreement

N/A

Zyon Khalifa's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Jobs and economy: Bringing a fresh perspective, Khalifa’s campaign is centered on expanding opportunity, strengthening economic mobility, protecting individual freedoms, and ensuring that government is responsive to everyday people, not just special interests. His background in la

Public safety / crime

unknown

Your position

Unknown

No saved official issue position for this issue

Candidate position

Oppose

high confidence • 3 evidence items

Source: Ballotpedia questionnaire

Agreement

N/A

Zyon Khalifa's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Public safety: As technology evolves, I support strong data privacy protections so individuals have control over their personal information. I also advocate for a fair and accountable criminal justice system that promotes both public safety and rehabilitation.

Tier 4 — party-platform fallback

3 issues

Abortion and reproductive rights

unknown

Your position

Unknown

No saved official issue position for this issue

Candidate position

Support

low confidence • 1 evidence item

Source: Party platform

Agreement

N/A

Zyon Khalifa's Democratic affiliation provides a Tier 4 low-confidence party-line fallback on Abortion and reproductive rights; this is not candidate-specific evidence.

Guns

unknown

Your position

Unknown

No saved official issue position for this issue

Candidate position

Support

low confidence • 1 evidence item

Source: Party platform

Agreement

N/A

Zyon Khalifa's Democratic affiliation provides a Tier 4 low-confidence party-line fallback on Gun safety background checks and red flag laws; this is not candidate-specific evidence.

Taxes and spending

unknown

Your position

Unknown

No saved official issue position for this issue

Candidate position

Support

medium confidence • 2 evidence items

Source: Party platform

Agreement

N/A

Zyon Khalifa's Democratic affiliation provides a Tier 4 low-confidence party-line fallback on Public investment and taxes; this is not candidate-specific evidence.

Campaign finance

OpenFEC 2026 federal filing summary

Open FEC record
FEC candidate ID
H6SC02159
Receipts
$29,039
Disbursements
$21,891

Official FEC 2026 campaign finance totals.

Voting record consistency

N/A

No voting record loaded

No sourced roll-call or official vote records are linked for this candidate yet.

Current polling numbers

U.S. House — SC-02

FiveThirtyEight polling source
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Evidence record

Claims linked to sources

54 claims
Source-backedHigh confidenceadapter

Zyon Khalifa's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Environment and energy: I’m running because it’s time for leadership that reflects the people living today, not decades ago. As a Gen Z candidate who grew up in this district, I understand the challenges families are facing right now: rising costs, limited opportunities, and feeli

Issue: Environment and energy

Environmental stewardshipInfrastructure reliability
“I’m running because it’s time for leadership that reflects the people living today, not decades ago. As a Gen Z candidate who grew up in this district, I understand the challenges families are facing right now: rising costs, limited opportunities, and feeling overlooked by those in power. I bring the energy, accessibility, and perspective needed to connect with all voters and move our district forward.”
Source-backedHigh confidenceadapter

Zyon Khalifa's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Public safety: As technology evolves, I support strong data privacy protections so individuals have control over their personal information. I also advocate for a fair and accountable criminal justice system that promotes both public safety and rehabilitation.

Issue: Public safety

Public safety
“As technology evolves, I support strong data privacy protections so individuals have control over their personal information. I also advocate for a fair and accountable criminal justice system that promotes both public safety and rehabilitation.”
Source-backedHigh confidenceadapter

Zyon Khalifa's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Education: Zyon Khalifa is a next-generation leader running to represent South Carolina’s 2nd Congressional District with a focus on putting people over politics. A South Carolina native and graduate of both Silver Bluff High School and the University of South Carolina, Khalifa is

Issue: Education

Education quality
“Zyon Khalifa is a next-generation leader running to represent South Carolina’s 2nd Congressional District with a focus on putting people over politics. A South Carolina native and graduate of both Silver Bluff High School and the University of South Carolina, Khalifa is committed to investing in the communities that raised him.”
Source-backedHigh confidenceadapter

Zyon Khalifa's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Jobs and economy: Bringing a fresh perspective, Khalifa’s campaign is centered on expanding opportunity, strengthening economic mobility, protecting individual freedoms, and ensuring that government is responsive to everyday people, not just special interests. His background in la

Issue: Jobs and economy

Economic opportunitySmall business support
“Bringing a fresh perspective, Khalifa’s campaign is centered on expanding opportunity, strengthening economic mobility, protecting individual freedoms, and ensuring that government is responsive to everyday people, not just special interests. His background in law and public service reflects a commitment to justice, accountability, and real solutions that meet the moment.”
Source-backedHigh confidenceadapter

Zyon Khalifa's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Election integrity: The general election will occur on November 3, 2026.

Issue: Election integrity

Government transparencyInstitutional accountability
“The general election will occur on November 3, 2026.”
Source-backedHigh confidenceadapter

Zyon Khalifa's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Healthcare: What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about? I am most passionate about expanding economic opportunity, improving healthcare access, protecting data privacy, and advancing criminal justice reform. I believe success should not require leaving your co

Issue: Healthcare

Healthcare access
“What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about? I am most passionate about expanding economic opportunity, improving healthcare access, protecting data privacy, and advancing criminal justice reform. I believe success should not require leaving your community, which is why I support investments in job creation, small businesses, and workforce development. I am committed to ensuring affordable, accessible healthcare for all, especially in underserved areas. As technology evolves, I support strong data privacy protections so individuals have control over their personal information. I also advocate for a fair and accountable criminal justice system that promotes both public safety and rehabilitation. Note: Ballotpedia reserves the right to edit Candidate Connection survey responses. Any edits made by Ballotpedia will be clearly marked with [brackets] for the public. If the candidate disagrees with an edit, he or she may request the full removal of the survey response from Ballotpedia.org. Ballotpedia does not edit or correct typographical errors unless the candidate's campaign requests it.”
AI-extractedMedium confidenceai assisted

Zyon Khalifa has a source-backed statement on Campaign finance: Small-dollar donors: Local supporters who believe in real change This isn’t just about where money comes from, it’s about who this campaign belongs to .

Issue: Campaign finance

Government transparencyAnti-corruption
“Small-dollar donors: Local supporters who believe in real change This isn’t just about where money comes from, it’s about who this campaign belongs to .”
AI-extractedMedium confidenceai assisted

Zyon Khalifa has a source-backed statement on Immigration: We deserve an immigration system that is secure, efficient, and humane , one that enforces the law while also reflecting our values as a nation.

Issue: Immigration

Public safetyInstitutional accountability
“We deserve an immigration system that is secure, efficient, and humane , one that enforces the law while also reflecting our values as a nation.”
AI-extractedMedium confidenceai assisted

Zyon Khalifa has a source-backed statement on Government transparency: At a time when many feel overlooked, Community Conversations is about restoring connection, accountability, and real dialogue between leaders and the communities they serve.

Issue: Government transparency

Government transparencyAnti-corruption
“At a time when many feel overlooked, Community Conversations is about restoring connection, accountability, and real dialogue between leaders and the communities they serve.”
AI-extractedMedium confidenceai assisted

Zyon Khalifa has a source-backed statement on Jobs and economy: An economy that works for everyday people by lowering costs, supporting small businesses, creating good-paying jobs, and investing in the future of South Carolina communities;

Issue: Jobs and economy

Economic opportunitySmall business support
“An economy that works for everyday people by lowering costs, supporting small businesses, creating good-paying jobs, and investing in the future of South Carolina communities;”
AI-extractedMedium confidenceai assisted

Zyon Khalifa has a source-backed statement on Jobs and economy: Promote Good-Paying Jobs : Focus on attracting sustainable industries to rural and overlooked areas, ensuring quality job opportunities that uplift local economies.

Issue: Jobs and economy

Economic opportunitySmall business support
“Promote Good-Paying Jobs : Focus on attracting sustainable industries to rural and overlooked areas, ensuring quality job opportunities that uplift local economies.”
AI-extractedMedium confidenceai assisted

Zyon Khalifa has a source-backed statement on Education: Shift the Focus from Incarceration to Education : Create pathways that guide youth away from the prison pipeline and towards meaningful careers, ensuring a brighter future for all.

Issue: Education

Education quality
“Shift the Focus from Incarceration to Education : Create pathways that guide youth away from the prison pipeline and towards meaningful careers, ensuring a brighter future for all.”
AI-extractedMedium confidenceai assisted

Zyon Khalifa has a source-backed statement on Cost of living: Support Recruitment and Retention : Implement initiatives to recruit new teachers and provide support for current educators, including mentorship programs and professional development opportunities.

Issue: Cost of living

Economic opportunityFair taxation
“Support Recruitment and Retention : Implement initiatives to recruit new teachers and provide support for current educators, including mentorship programs and professional development opportunities.”
AI-extractedMedium confidenceai assisted

Zyon Khalifa has a source-backed statement on Infrastructure: Prioritize Community Needs : Zyon’s campaign focuses on improving the quality of life for residents throughout the district by addressing critical infrastructure needs.

Issue: Infrastructure

Infrastructure reliability
“Prioritize Community Needs : Zyon’s campaign focuses on improving the quality of life for residents throughout the district by addressing critical infrastructure needs.”
AI-extractedMedium confidenceai assisted

Zyon Khalifa has a source-backed statement on Environment and energy: Transition to Renewable Energy : Advocating for policies that promote solar, wind, and other renewable energy sources to reduce carbon emissions.

Issue: Environment and energy

Environmental stewardshipInfrastructure reliability
“Transition to Renewable Energy : Advocating for policies that promote solar, wind, and other renewable energy sources to reduce carbon emissions.”
AI-extractedMedium confidenceai assisted

Zyon Khalifa has a source-backed statement on Public safety: Prioritize enforcement on serious public safety threats , not families and workers contributing to our communities

Issue: Public safety

Public safety
“Prioritize enforcement on serious public safety threats , not families and workers contributing to our communities”
AI-extractedMedium confidenceai assisted

Zyon Khalifa has a source-backed statement on Civil liberties and privacy: Guarantee due process protections , so outcomes are fair, consistent, and constitutional

Issue: Civil liberties and privacy

Civil libertiesPersonal privacy
“Guarantee due process protections , so outcomes are fair, consistent, and constitutional”
AI-extractedMedium confidenceai assisted

Zyon Khalifa has a source-backed statement on Government transparency: We believe in accountability and fairness .

Issue: Government transparency

Government transparencyAnti-corruption
“We believe in accountability and fairness .”
AI-extractedMedium confidenceai assisted

Zyon Khalifa has a source-backed statement on Cost of living: Connect, ask questions, and hear his vision for stronger, more affordable communities.

Issue: Cost of living

Economic opportunityFair taxation
“Connect, ask questions, and hear his vision for stronger, more affordable communities.”
AI-extractedMedium confidenceai assisted

Zyon Khalifa has a source-backed statement on Healthcare: Affordable and accessible healthcare that families can rely on, including stronger rural healthcare access and protections for working families;

Issue: Healthcare

Healthcare access
“Affordable and accessible healthcare that families can rely on, including stronger rural healthcare access and protections for working families;”
AI-extractedMedium confidenceai assisted

Zyon Khalifa has a source-backed statement on Education: Zyon Khalifa, candidate for Congress in South Carolina’s 2nd District, will be a featured speaker at We Are the People: An Educational Conversation with Politicians at Claflin University.

Issue: Education

Education quality
“Zyon Khalifa, candidate for Congress in South Carolina’s 2nd District, will be a featured speaker at We Are the People: An Educational Conversation with Politicians at Claflin University.”
AI-extractedMedium confidenceai assisted

Zyon Khalifa has a source-backed statement on Environment and energy: Infrastructure and responsible growth that strengthens our communities without sacrificing our environment, water, or quality of life; and

Issue: Environment and energy

Environmental stewardshipInfrastructure reliability
“Infrastructure and responsible growth that strengthens our communities without sacrificing our environment, water, or quality of life; and”
AI-extractedMedium confidenceai assisted

Zyon Khalifa has a source-backed statement on Civil liberties and privacy: Protecting individual freedoms and constitutional rights while ensuring our communities remain safe and secure;

Issue: Civil liberties and privacy

Civil libertiesPersonal privacy
“Protecting individual freedoms and constitutional rights while ensuring our communities remain safe and secure;”
AI-extractedMedium confidenceai assisted

Zyon Khalifa has a source-backed statement on Healthcare: Improve Medicare and Medical Care Availability

Issue: Healthcare

Healthcare access
“Improve Medicare and Medical Care Availability”
Needs more evidenceLow confidenceadapter

Zyon Khalifa's Democratic affiliation provides a Tier 4 low-confidence party-line fallback on Cost of living public intervention; this is not candidate-specific evidence.

Issue: Cost of living public intervention

Economic opportunity
“Democratic party fallback supports Cost of living public intervention.”
Democratic party-platform fallback signalDemocratic party-platform fallback • Lowest-tier party-line fallback used only when candidate-specific evidence is missing or thin. Candidate-specific direct evidence overrides this signal. • fetched 2026-07-10Unlinked source URL: party-platform:democratic:fallback
Needs more evidenceLow confidenceadapter

Zyon Khalifa's Democratic affiliation provides a Tier 4 low-confidence party-line fallback on Civil liberties and privacy protections; this is not candidate-specific evidence.

Issue: Civil liberties and privacy protections

Civil liberties
“Democratic party fallback supports Civil liberties and privacy protections.”
Democratic party-platform fallback signalDemocratic party-platform fallback • Lowest-tier party-line fallback used only when candidate-specific evidence is missing or thin. Candidate-specific direct evidence overrides this signal. • fetched 2026-07-10Unlinked source URL: party-platform:democratic:fallback
Needs more evidenceLow confidenceadapter

Zyon Khalifa's Democratic affiliation provides a Tier 4 low-confidence party-line fallback on Abortion and reproductive rights; this is not candidate-specific evidence.

Issue: Abortion and reproductive rights

Civil libertiesHealthcare access
“Democratic party fallback supports Abortion and reproductive rights.”
Democratic party-platform fallback signalDemocratic party-platform fallback • Lowest-tier party-line fallback used only when candidate-specific evidence is missing or thin. Candidate-specific direct evidence overrides this signal. • fetched 2026-07-10Unlinked source URL: party-platform:democratic:fallback
Needs more evidenceLow confidenceadapter

Zyon Khalifa's Democratic affiliation provides a Tier 4 low-confidence party-line fallback on Gun safety background checks and red flag laws; this is not candidate-specific evidence.

Issue: Gun safety background checks and red flag laws

Public safety
“Democratic party fallback supports Gun safety background checks and red flag laws.”
Democratic party-platform fallback signalDemocratic party-platform fallback • Lowest-tier party-line fallback used only when candidate-specific evidence is missing or thin. Candidate-specific direct evidence overrides this signal. • fetched 2026-07-10Unlinked source URL: party-platform:democratic:fallback
Needs more evidenceLow confidenceadapter

Zyon Khalifa's Democratic affiliation provides a Tier 4 low-confidence party-line fallback on Public education funding; this is not candidate-specific evidence.

Issue: Public education funding

Education quality
“Democratic party fallback supports Public education funding.”
Democratic party-platform fallback signalDemocratic party-platform fallback • Lowest-tier party-line fallback used only when candidate-specific evidence is missing or thin. Candidate-specific direct evidence overrides this signal. • fetched 2026-07-10Unlinked source URL: party-platform:democratic:fallback
Needs more evidenceLow confidenceadapter

Zyon Khalifa's Democratic affiliation provides a Tier 4 low-confidence party-line fallback on Clean energy climate and environment; this is not candidate-specific evidence.

Issue: Clean energy climate and environment

Environmental stewardship
“Democratic party fallback supports Clean energy climate and environment.”
Democratic party-platform fallback signalDemocratic party-platform fallback • Lowest-tier party-line fallback used only when candidate-specific evidence is missing or thin. Candidate-specific direct evidence overrides this signal. • fetched 2026-07-10Unlinked source URL: party-platform:democratic:fallback
Needs more evidenceLow confidenceadapter

Zyon Khalifa's Democratic affiliation provides a Tier 4 low-confidence party-line fallback on Healthcare expansion; this is not candidate-specific evidence.

Issue: Healthcare expansion

Healthcare access
“Democratic party fallback supports Healthcare expansion.”
Democratic party-platform fallback signalDemocratic party-platform fallback • Lowest-tier party-line fallback used only when candidate-specific evidence is missing or thin. Candidate-specific direct evidence overrides this signal. • fetched 2026-07-10Unlinked source URL: party-platform:democratic:fallback
Needs more evidenceLow confidenceadapter

Zyon Khalifa's Democratic affiliation provides a Tier 4 low-confidence party-line fallback on Public investment and taxes; this is not candidate-specific evidence.

Issue: Public investment and taxes

Fair taxation
“Democratic party fallback supports Public investment and taxes.”
Democratic party-platform fallback signalDemocratic party-platform fallback • Lowest-tier party-line fallback used only when candidate-specific evidence is missing or thin. Candidate-specific direct evidence overrides this signal. • fetched 2026-07-10Unlinked source URL: party-platform:democratic:fallback
Needs more evidenceLow confidenceadapter

Zyon Khalifa's Democratic affiliation provides a Tier 4 low-confidence party-line fallback on Jobs and worker protections; this is not candidate-specific evidence.

Issue: Jobs and worker protections

Economic opportunity
“Democratic party fallback supports Jobs and worker protections.”
Democratic party-platform fallback signalDemocratic party-platform fallback • Lowest-tier party-line fallback used only when candidate-specific evidence is missing or thin. Candidate-specific direct evidence overrides this signal. • fetched 2026-07-10Unlinked source URL: party-platform:democratic:fallback
Needs more evidenceLow confidenceadapter

Zyon Khalifa's Democratic affiliation provides a Tier 4 low-confidence party-line fallback on Criminal justice reform and public safety accountability; this is not candidate-specific evidence.

Issue: Criminal justice reform and public safety accountability

Public safetyCivil liberties
“Democratic party fallback supports Criminal justice reform and public safety accountability.”
Democratic party-platform fallback signalDemocratic party-platform fallback • Lowest-tier party-line fallback used only when candidate-specific evidence is missing or thin. Candidate-specific direct evidence overrides this signal. • fetched 2026-07-10Unlinked source URL: party-platform:democratic:fallback
Needs more evidenceLow confidenceadapter

Zyon Khalifa's Democratic affiliation provides a Tier 4 low-confidence party-line fallback on Pathway citizenship legal immigration; this is not candidate-specific evidence.

Issue: Pathway citizenship legal immigration

Civil liberties
“Democratic party fallback supports Pathway citizenship legal immigration.”
Democratic party-platform fallback signalDemocratic party-platform fallback • Lowest-tier party-line fallback used only when candidate-specific evidence is missing or thin. Candidate-specific direct evidence overrides this signal. • fetched 2026-07-10Unlinked source URL: party-platform:democratic:fallback
Needs more evidenceLow confidenceadapter

Zyon Khalifa's Democratic affiliation provides a Tier 4 low-confidence party-line fallback on Voting rights democracy and elections; this is not candidate-specific evidence.

Issue: Voting rights democracy and elections

Government transparency
“Democratic party fallback supports Voting rights democracy and elections.”
Democratic party-platform fallback signalDemocratic party-platform fallback • Lowest-tier party-line fallback used only when candidate-specific evidence is missing or thin. Candidate-specific direct evidence overrides this signal. • fetched 2026-07-10Unlinked source URL: party-platform:democratic:fallback
Source-backedMedium confidenceadapter

Zyon Khalifa's amazon.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Cost of living: tell us about a lower price? Found a lower price? Let us know. Although we can't match every price reported, we'll use your feedback to ensure that our prices remain competitive.

Issue: Cost of living

Economic opportunityFair taxation
“tell us about a lower price? Found a lower price? Let us know. Although we can't match every price reported, we'll use your feedback to ensure that our prices remain competitive.”
Source-backedHigh confidenceadapter

Zyon Khalifa's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Education: Who represents me? What's on my ballot? • Elections in 2026 • How to vote • How to run for office • Ballot measures Government Who represents me? • U.S. President • U.S. Congress • Federal courts • State executives • State legislature • State and local courts • Counties

Issue: Education

Education quality
“Who represents me? What's on my ballot? • Elections in 2026 • How to vote • How to run for office • Ballot measures Government Who represents me? • U.S. President • U.S. Congress • Federal courts • State executives • State legislature • State and local courts • Counties • Cities • School districts • Public policy Retrieved from " https://ballotpedia.org/wiki/index.php?title=Zyon_Khalifa&oldid=11159445 " Categories : 2026 challenger 2026 general election 2026 primary (winner) 2026 primary runoff (winner) Democratic Party South Carolina U.S. House candidate, 2026 U.S. House candidates Information about voting”
AI-extractedMedium confidenceai assisted

Zyon Khalifa has a source-backed statement on Jobs and economy: He believes the next generation of leadership must focus on building real pathways to success — through job training, small business growth, education investment, and local economic development that keeps opportunity in South Carolina instead of forcing families to look elsewhere.

Issue: Jobs and economy

Economic opportunitySmall business support
“He believes the next generation of leadership must focus on building real pathways to success — through job training, small business growth, education investment, and local economic development that keeps opportunity in South Carolina instead of forcing families to look elsewhere.”
Source-backedMedium confidenceadapter

Zyon Khalifa's dailykos.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Education: However, please note that our full election results coverage is limited to the largest 100 cities, state capitols, and largest 200 school boards.

Issue: Education

Education quality
“However, please note that our full election results coverage is limited to the largest 100 cities, state capitols, and largest 200 school boards.”
Source-backedMedium confidenceadapter

Zyon Khalifa's dailykos.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Election integrity: If you are a local candidate outside of this scope, we will make a basic profile for you as noted but will not cover the results of your election.

Issue: Election integrity

Government transparencyInstitutional accountability
“If you are a local candidate outside of this scope, we will make a basic profile for you as noted but will not cover the results of your election.”
Source-backedMedium confidenceadapter

Zyon Khalifa's dailykos.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Healthcare: Who Represents Me? 2026 Elections 2026 Election results Congress State executives State legislatures State judges State ballot measures Municipal officials School boards Other local officials Local ballot measures 2025 Elections 2025 Election results State government trifectas Sta

Issue: Healthcare

Healthcare access
“Who Represents Me? 2026 Elections 2026 Election results Congress State executives State legislatures State judges State ballot measures Municipal officials School boards Other local officials Local ballot measures 2025 Elections 2025 Election results State government trifectas State government triplexes Governors State executives State supreme courts State legislatures State ballot measures Municipal officials Election analysis 2026 Elections analysis hub 2026 Mid-year recall report 2026 Primary election competitiveness in state and federal government 2026 Stage legislative competitiveness report 2026 Ballot measures Tuesday count 2026 Uncontested elections Trending Elections calendar Redistricting ahead of the 2026 elections Donald Trump's Cabinet Education policy on Ballotpedia Ballotpedia News Public Policy Policy in the states Administrative state Criminal justice policy Education policy Environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) Federalism Unemployment insurance Work requirements Information for candidates Ballotpedia's Candidate Survey How do I run for office?”
Source-backedMedium confidenceadapter

Zyon Khalifa's dailykos.com source gives a direct Tier 1 answer on Election integrity: Information about voting What's on my ballot?

Issue: Election integrity

Government transparencyInstitutional accountability
“Information about voting What's on my ballot?”
AI-extractedMedium confidenceai assisted

Zyon Khalifa has a source-backed statement on Education: I believe safer neighborhoods, stronger schools, and growing local economies all start with one thing — making sure families and young people have real pathways to success.

Issue: Education

Education quality
“I believe safer neighborhoods, stronger schools, and growing local economies all start with one thing — making sure families and young people have real pathways to success.”
AI-extractedMedium confidenceai assisted

Zyon Khalifa has a source-backed statement on Cost of living: He is committed to expanding workforce training, supporting apprenticeships and technical education, strengthening small-town economies, and investing in programs that help young people build careers instead of falling into systems that limit their future.

Issue: Cost of living

Economic opportunityFair taxation
“He is committed to expanding workforce training, supporting apprenticeships and technical education, strengthening small-town economies, and investing in programs that help young people build careers instead of falling into systems that limit their future.”
Source-backedHigh confidenceadapter

Zyon Khalifa's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Jobs and economy: Bringing a fresh perspective, Khalifa’s campaign is centered on expanding opportunity, strengthening economic mobility, protecting individual freedoms, and ensuring that government is responsive to everyday people, not just special interests.

Issue: Jobs and economy

Economic opportunitySmall business support
“Bringing a fresh perspective, Khalifa’s campaign is centered on expanding opportunity, strengthening economic mobility, protecting individual freedoms, and ensuring that government is responsive to everyday people, not just special interests.”
Source-backedHigh confidenceadapter

Zyon Khalifa's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Election integrity: Contents 1 Biography 2 Elections 2.1 2026 2.1.1 Endorsements 3 Campaign themes 3.1 2026 4 Campaign finance summary 5 See also 6 External links 7 Footnotes Biography Zyon Khalifa served in the U.S.

Issue: Election integrity

Government transparencyInstitutional accountability
“Contents 1 Biography 2 Elections 2.1 2026 2.1.1 Endorsements 3 Campaign themes 3.1 2026 4 Campaign finance summary 5 See also 6 External links 7 Footnotes Biography Zyon Khalifa served in the U.S.”
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Zyon Khalifa's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Education: A South Carolina native and graduate of both Silver Bluff High School and the University of South Carolina, Khalifa is committed to investing in the communities that raised him.

Issue: Education

Education quality
“A South Carolina native and graduate of both Silver Bluff High School and the University of South Carolina, Khalifa is committed to investing in the communities that raised him.”
Source-backedHigh confidenceadapter

Zyon Khalifa's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Government transparency: His background in law and public service reflects a commitment to justice, accountability, and real solutions that meet the moment.

Issue: Government transparency

Government transparencyAnti-corruption
“His background in law and public service reflects a commitment to justice, accountability, and real solutions that meet the moment.”
Source-backedHigh confidenceadapter

Zyon Khalifa's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Environment and energy: I bring the energy, accessibility, and perspective needed to connect with all voters and move our district forward.

Issue: Environment and energy

Environmental stewardshipInfrastructure reliability
“I bring the energy, accessibility, and perspective needed to connect with all voters and move our district forward.”
Source-backedHigh confidenceadapter

Zyon Khalifa's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Healthcare: I’m committed to putting people first, working across differences to deliver real solutions on issues like healthcare access, affordability, and public safety.

Issue: Healthcare

Healthcare access
“I’m committed to putting people first, working across differences to deliver real solutions on issues like healthcare access, affordability, and public safety.”
Source-backedHigh confidenceadapter

Zyon Khalifa's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Civil liberties and privacy: As technology evolves, I support strong data privacy protections so individuals have control over their personal information.

Issue: Civil liberties and privacy

Civil libertiesPersonal privacy
“As technology evolves, I support strong data privacy protections so individuals have control over their personal information.”
Source-backedHigh confidenceadapter

Zyon Khalifa's Ballotpedia questionnaire answer indicates a stated position on Public safety: I also advocate for a fair and accountable criminal justice system that promotes both public safety and rehabilitation.

Issue: Public safety

Public safety
“I also advocate for a fair and accountable criminal justice system that promotes both public safety and rehabilitation.”
Source-backedHigh confidencemanual

Zyon Khalifa appears in the official SCVotes candidate listing for U.S. House — SC-02.

Issue: Ballot access

Government transparency
“SCVotes candidate listing includes active candidate filings by office, associated counties, party, filing location, and candidate status.”