Rep. Moore emphasizes policy focus; Crosby calls himself 'chance for change'
October 14, 2026 at 1:03 PM MT · via Utah News Dispatch · Summarized by Mormon News from original reporting

Republican incumbent Rep. Blake Moore and Democratic challenger Peter Crosby debated at Utah State University in the race for Utah's newly-drawn 2nd Congressional District. Moore emphasized putting policy over what he called "toxic" politics, while Crosby positioned himself as an opportunity for change.
The debate, held three weeks before the November 3 election, was hosted by the Utah Debate Commission and moderated by KUTV. The candidates addressed issues facing the northern Utah district.
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