Meet Lauren

Lauren Reinhold has been a Kansan for 32 years, an attorney for 28 years, longtime federal
employee, and workers’ rights advocate committed to strengthening rural communities,
protecting the middle and working class (classes?), and restoring integrity to public service.

With more than 25 years of experience in public institutions—including her role as Attorney
Advisor at the Social Security Administration —Lauren has spent her life helping families
navigate federal systems, advocating for fair treatment of workers, and building efficient, people-centered government.

“I believe your job should lift you up, not chain you down. Kansans work hard. They deserve  fair pay, respect, and a future they can build on.”

Committed to ensuring government functions well, Lauren planned to continue a long career in federal government administration. Unfortunately, her plans were dashed when DOGE cut SSA programs, slashed people-centered programs government-wide, and eliminated thousands of jobs within her agency. Lauren reluctantly chose to resign from SSA, deciding she could make a greater impact outside the government by advocating for the retention and restoration of crucial programs that benefit Kansas families. Lauren raised her family in Lawrence and is proud to call Kansas home.

Now, Lauren is running for Congress to defend true Kansas values—community, hard work,
economic security, freedom, and prosperity for all.