Derek Schmidt.
American politician (born 1968)
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What's happening
Active this week
One to three months ago
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Advocates for fiscal discipline and state resources are active while contesting the U.S. House seat in Kansas.Well supported3 reports
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Congressman Derek Schmidt is representing the region of Fort Scott.Some support1 report
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A rural health program is being established through the efforts of Jerry Moran, driven by commitments from Donald Trump, and supported by Derek Schmidt.Some support1 report
Gone quiet
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Advisors Excel is moving its headquarters to West Ridge Mall, while Derek Schmidt comments on the decline of such malls.Some support1 report
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Congressman Derek Schmidt advocated for grant funds for Junction City on January 7, 2026.Some support3 reports
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Legislators Derek Schmidt and Sharice Davids co-introduced legislation in Kansas regarding field office stability.Some support1 report
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Advocacy group endorsed incumbent politician Derek Schmidt.Some support1 report
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Flexsteel Industries, Inc., a company based in the US, reported strong financial results driven by its successful strategies.Well supported6 reports
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Explainers that pass through Derek Schmidt
Derek Schmidt is a step on the way to someone elseAround Derek Schmidt this week
News at the entities that move Derek Schmidt most-
Kansas OperationalTrump fatigue combined with conservative turnout is shaping political dynamics in Kansas.Moves Derek Schmidt
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House StructuralHouse members, including Lucas, are supporting and advocating for retirement reform measures.Moves Derek Schmidt
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Joe Biden OperationalNetanyahu and Biden clash over support for campaigns against Hezbollah, while Eisenkot warns against damaging US ties.Moves Derek Schmidt
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Donald Trump OperationalTrump instituted a fuel blockade on Cuba while Obama eased tensions and normalized relations with the nation.Moves Derek Schmidt
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Chris Patterson Mentioned togetherThe Institute of Race Relations confirmed the roles of Terence Corrigan, Chris Patterson, and Hermann Pretorius.Moves Derek Schmidt
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United States Department of Homeland Security OperationalTrump signed a proclamation banning asylum at the southern border, affecting operations along the Mexican border.Moves Derek Schmidt
Connections
The 11 strongest of 19, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Kansas Operational
Derek Schmidt operates as a political representative whose advocacy and actions are tied to the interests and constituents of Kansas.
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House Structural
Derek Schmidt serves as a member of the House, specifically on the armed service and judiciary committees.
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Junction City Transactional
Derek Schmidt used his political office to advocate for and announce grant funding for Junction City's reconstruction and regional connection.
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Sharice Davids Operational
The two individuals are actively collaborating by co-introducing legislation aimed at achieving field office stability.
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Donald Trump Operational
Derek Schmidt actively supports and aligns himself with Donald Trump's policies and political activities.
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Joe Biden Operational
Derek Schmidt publicly credited Donald Trump's victory over Joe Biden.
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Fort Scott Shared context
Derek Schmidt represents the region of Fort Scott as a Congressman.
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senate Shared context
Derek Schmidt is an actor operating within the US legislative system, which includes the Senate.
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Chris Patterson Mentioned together
Both officials were observed attending a housing project ribbon cutting.
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United States Department of Homeland Security Operational
Derek Schmidt references the funding and border security operations of the United States Department of Homeland Security.
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Laura Kelly Transactional
Kelly outspent Schmidt four years ago.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
1 eventSeptember 2026
2 eventsAugust 2026
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July 2026
1 eventJune 2026
4 events- Derek Schmidt introduced bipartisan legislation in Kansas to stabilize agricultural services.
- Legislators Derek Schmidt and Sharice Davids co-introduced legislation in Kansas regarding field office stability.
- Advocacy group endorsed incumbent politician Derek Schmidt.
- Flexsteel Industries, Inc., a company based in the US, reported strong financial results driven by its successful strategies.