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Congress
Depending on where you live, you may have one of the below congressional districts on your ballot.
1st Congressional District
Elect Mike McGuire to put CD-01 on the right track for progress.
Progressive endorsements: Sen. Mike McGuire has the endorsement of some groups, including Equality California, Sierra Club, National Union of Healthcare Workers, California Young Democrats, and California Teachers Association. He is also supported by several elected leaders, such as Attorney General Rob Bonta, State Controller Malia Cohen, U.S. Senator Alex Padilla, Rep. Mike Thompson, Rep. Jared Huffman, Rep. Ro Khanna, and Senate President Pro Tem Monique Limón.
Top issues: Affordable health care, lower costs, making California more wildfire safe, standing up to corporate polluters, defending democracy from unconstitutional attacks, creating a pathway to the middle class, and investing in public schools.
Governance and community leadership experience: Mike McGuire has been a state senator since 2014, and previously served as majority leader and Senate president pro tempore. This session, he has sponsored 24 bills on public safety, wildfire prevention, environmental protection, education, and health care. Of these, nine were successfully chartered into law, three died, and the rest remain in committees. He sponsored and passed legislation to put the Proposition 50 redistricting measure on the special election ballot, unmask federal immigration enforcement officers operating in California, ensure that rural hospitals provide standby perinatal services, and conduct a study on dedicating Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund money to clean the air and water, wildfire prevention and resilience, agriculture, and clean energy. He scores a Lifetime 98 out of 100 on Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting records. Based on our Courage Score analysis, Sen. McGuire has supported most progressive bills that made it to a vote, and has been designated an All-Star and Honorable Mention, both twice. Prior to his time in the state Senate, he served on the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors, the Healdsburg City Council, and the Healdsburg School Board.
The Race
Primary & special elections: Rep. Doug LaMalfa, who had served in Congress since 2013, died in January 2026. Gov. Gavin Newsom called a special election for the remainder of the current term, with a primary vote on June 2 and a runoff on August 4.Six candidates are running for the current and next term in the June 2 primaries, including Mike McGuire (D), Audrey Denney (D), Janice Karman (D), and James Gallagher (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general elections on August 4 (special; current term) and November 3 (regular; next term).
Courage California recommends a vote for Mike McGuire in each of these four upcoming elections.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Sen. McGuire’s campaign has raised $990,566 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Denney’s campaign has raised $703,432 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Karman’ campaign has not filed any campaign-finance information as of April 2026.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Gallagher’s campaign has raised $676,140 and is funded by corporate contributions.
Special Election District
Counties in district: California’s 1st Congressional District includes Butte, Colusa, Glenn, Lassen, Modoc, Shasta, Siskiyou, Sutter, and Tehama, and parts of Yuba Counties.Voter registration: 28% Democrat, 31% Republican, and 19% No Party Preference. Republicans typically hold this district.
District demographics: 14% Latino, 5% Asian, and 2% Black.
Recent election results: CD-01 voted for Trump for president in 2024 by 19 points and Dahle for governor in 2022 by 34 points.
Regular Election District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 1st Congressional District went from R+ 17% to D+ 10%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 1st Congressional District includes parts of Butte, Glenn, Lake, Lassen, Mendocino, Plumas, Sierra, Sonoma, and Tehama Counties.
Voter registration: 41% Democrat, 31% Republican, and 19% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 18% Latino, 3% Asian, and 2% Black.
Recent election results: CD-01 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 12 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by five points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Elect Mike McGuire to put CD-01 on the right track for progress.
Progressive endorsements: Sen. Mike McGuire has the endorsement of some groups, including Equality California, Sierra Club, National Union of Healthcare Workers, California Young Democrats, and California Teachers Association. He is also supported by several elected leaders, such as Attorney General Rob Bonta, State Controller Malia Cohen, U.S. Senator Alex Padilla, Rep. Mike Thompson, Rep. Jared Huffman, Rep. Ro Khanna, and Senate President Pro Tem Monique Limón.
Top issues: Affordable health care, lower costs, making California more wildfire safe, standing up to corporate polluters, defending democracy from unconstitutional attacks, creating a pathway to the middle class, and investing in public schools.
Governance and community leadership experience: Mike McGuire has been a state senator since 2014, and previously served as majority leader and Senate president pro tempore. This session, he has sponsored 24 bills on public safety, wildfire prevention, environmental protection, education, and health care. Of these, nine were successfully chartered into law, three died, and the rest remain in committees. He sponsored and passed legislation to put the Proposition 50 redistricting measure on the special election ballot, unmask federal immigration enforcement officers operating in California, ensure that rural hospitals provide standby perinatal services, and conduct a study on dedicating Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund money to clean the air and water, wildfire prevention and resilience, agriculture, and clean energy. He scores a Lifetime 98 out of 100 on Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting records. Based on our Courage Score analysis, Sen. McGuire has supported most progressive bills that made it to a vote, and has been designated an All-Star and Honorable Mention, both twice. Prior to his time in the state Senate, he served on the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors, the Healdsburg City Council, and the Healdsburg School Board.
The Race
Primary & special elections: Rep. Doug LaMalfa, who had served in Congress since 2013, died in January 2026. Gov. Gavin Newsom called a special election for the remainder of the current term, with a primary vote on June 2 and a runoff on August 4.Six candidates are running for the current and next term in the June 2 primaries, including Mike McGuire (D), Audrey Denney (D), Janice Karman (D), and James Gallagher (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general elections on August 4 (special; current term) and November 3 (regular; next term).
Courage California recommends a vote for Mike McGuire in each of these four upcoming elections.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Sen. McGuire’s campaign has raised $990,566 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Denney’s campaign has raised $703,432 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Karman’ campaign has not filed any campaign-finance information as of April 2026.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Gallagher’s campaign has raised $676,140 and is funded by corporate contributions.
Special Election District
Counties in district: California’s 1st Congressional District includes Butte, Colusa, Glenn, Lassen, Modoc, Shasta, Siskiyou, Sutter, and Tehama, and parts of Yuba Counties.Voter registration: 28% Democrat, 31% Republican, and 19% No Party Preference. Republicans typically hold this district.
District demographics: 14% Latino, 5% Asian, and 2% Black.
Recent election results: CD-01 voted for Trump for president in 2024 by 19 points and Dahle for governor in 2022 by 34 points.
Regular Election District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 1st Congressional District went from R+ 17% to D+ 10%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 1st Congressional District includes parts of Butte, Glenn, Lake, Lassen, Mendocino, Plumas, Sierra, Sonoma, and Tehama Counties.
Voter registration: 41% Democrat, 31% Republican, and 19% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 18% Latino, 3% Asian, and 2% Black.
Recent election results: CD-01 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 12 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by five points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Elect Mike McGuire to put CD-01 on the right track for progress.
Progressive endorsements: Sen. Mike McGuire has the endorsement of some groups, including Equality California, Sierra Club, National Union of Healthcare Workers, California Young Democrats, and California Teachers Association. He is also supported by several elected leaders, such as Attorney General Rob Bonta, State Controller Malia Cohen, U.S. Senator Alex Padilla, Rep. Mike Thompson, Rep. Jared Huffman, Rep. Ro Khanna, and Senate President Pro Tem Monique Limón.
Top issues: Affordable health care, lower costs, making California more wildfire safe, standing up to corporate polluters, defending democracy from unconstitutional attacks, creating a pathway to the middle class, and investing in public schools.
Governance and community leadership experience: Mike McGuire has been a state senator since 2014, and previously served as majority leader and Senate president pro tempore. This session, he has sponsored 24 bills on public safety, wildfire prevention, environmental protection, education, and health care. Of these, nine were successfully chartered into law, three died, and the rest remain in committees. He sponsored and passed legislation to put the Proposition 50 redistricting measure on the special election ballot, unmask federal immigration enforcement officers operating in California, ensure that rural hospitals provide standby perinatal services, and conduct a study on dedicating Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund money to clean the air and water, wildfire prevention and resilience, agriculture, and clean energy. He scores a Lifetime 98 out of 100 on Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting records. Based on our Courage Score analysis, Sen. McGuire has supported most progressive bills that made it to a vote, and has been designated an All-Star and Honorable Mention, both twice. Prior to his time in the state Senate, he served on the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors, the Healdsburg City Council, and the Healdsburg School Board.
The Race
Primary & special elections: Rep. Doug LaMalfa, who had served in Congress since 2013, died in January 2026. Gov. Gavin Newsom called a special election for the remainder of the current term, with a primary vote on June 2 and a runoff on August 4.Six candidates are running for the current and next term in the June 2 primaries, including Mike McGuire (D), Audrey Denney (D), Janice Karman (D), and James Gallagher (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general elections on August 4 (special; current term) and November 3 (regular; next term).
Courage California recommends a vote for Mike McGuire in each of these four upcoming elections.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Sen. McGuire’s campaign has raised $990,566 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Denney’s campaign has raised $703,432 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Karman’ campaign has not filed any campaign-finance information as of April 2026.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Gallagher’s campaign has raised $676,140 and is funded by corporate contributions.
Special Election District
Counties in district: California’s 1st Congressional District includes Butte, Colusa, Glenn, Lassen, Modoc, Shasta, Siskiyou, Sutter, and Tehama, and parts of Yuba Counties.Voter registration: 28% Democrat, 31% Republican, and 19% No Party Preference. Republicans typically hold this district.
District demographics: 14% Latino, 5% Asian, and 2% Black.
Recent election results: CD-01 voted for Trump for president in 2024 by 19 points and Dahle for governor in 2022 by 34 points.
Regular Election District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 1st Congressional District went from R+ 17% to D+ 10%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 1st Congressional District includes parts of Butte, Glenn, Lake, Lassen, Mendocino, Plumas, Sierra, Sonoma, and Tehama Counties.
Voter registration: 41% Democrat, 31% Republican, and 19% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 18% Latino, 3% Asian, and 2% Black.
Recent election results: CD-01 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 12 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by five points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
2nd Congressional District
We recommend that you choose the Democratic candidate who best aligns to your values in this race.
Rep. Jared Huffman has served in this seat since 2012, when he was elected with over 71% of the vote. In 2024, he won his re-election against a challenger by 44 points. Rep. Huffman’s priorities for CD-2 this year have included environmental protections, tax reform, and disaster preparedness. He currently serves on the Natural Resources Committee, the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, and the Regional Leadership Council. He is a member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus. Rep. Huffman has been a frequent recipient of endorsements in previous elections, including Equality California, League of Conservation Voters, and California Democratic Party.
Rose Penelope Yee is running her third campaign for Congress, after losing to a Republican incumbent in the 2024 general election and failing to advance out of the primary in 2022. Yee is the current chair of the Democratic Committee of Shasta County. Prior to her 2022 campaign, Yee was a retirement financial planner and founder and CEO of Green Retirement, which aims to establish 401(k) accounts that are invested in a sustainable future. She has been a longtime supporter of gender representation in economic opportunity. She co-founded the organization WeTheChange, an association made up of female CEOs of mission-driven organizations. Her campaign is focused on investing in people through Medicare for All, increased housing construction, and increasing the minimum wage to $25, ending militarism and U.S. investment in international military aid, and increasing the use of clean energy. She has the endorsement of some progressive groups, including North State Medicare 4 All, AAPI for Justice Northern California, Redding Resistance, and Marin Green Party.
Kevin Eisele is a veteran and a health-care worker, having served as a medic in the U.S. Army and now working as a surgical technologist. He is an advocate for removing corporate power from politics, and ensuring that workers have adequate protections to earn a living wage. His campaign advocates for strong support for the working class, including Medicare for All, free community college, and a federal jobs guarantee. Eisele has not published any campaign endorsements as of March 2026.
The Race
Primary election: There are six candidates running in the June 2 primary, including incumbent Rep. Jared Huffman (D), Rose Penelope Yee (D), Kevin Eisele (D), Paul Saulsbury (R), Gregory Burgess (NPP), and Colby Smart (NPP). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Jared Huffman’s campaign has raised $519,000 as of March 2026 and is not funded by fossil fuel interests. His problematic donors include Realtors PAC, PG&E, and Google Inc.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Penelope Rose Yee’s campaign has not filed any campaign-fundraising receipts with the FEC as of March 2026.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Kevin Eisele’s campaign has not filed any campaign-fundraising receipts with the FEC as of March 2026.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 2nd Congressional District went from D+17% to D+19%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 2nd Congressional District includes all of Marin, Shasta, Humboldt, Siskiyou, Del Norte, Trinity, and Modoc Counties, and parts of Sonoma, and Mendocino Counties.
Voter registration: 45% Democrat, 28% Republican, and 19% No Party Preference. Democrats typically hold this district.
District demographics: 10% Latino, 3.5% Asian, and 1.4% Black.
Recent election results: CD-2 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 45 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 41 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 710,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 43 of the seats in the California congressional delegation, Republicans hold eight, and one is vacant.
We recommend that you choose the Democratic candidate who best aligns to your values in this race.
Rep. Jared Huffman has served in this seat since 2012, when he was elected with over 71% of the vote. In 2024, he won his re-election against a challenger by 44 points. Rep. Huffman’s priorities for CD-2 this year have included environmental protections, tax reform, and disaster preparedness. He currently serves on the Natural Resources Committee, the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, and the Regional Leadership Council. He is a member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus. Rep. Huffman has been a frequent recipient of endorsements in previous elections, including Equality California, League of Conservation Voters, and California Democratic Party.
Rose Penelope Yee is running her third campaign for Congress, after losing to a Republican incumbent in the 2024 general election and failing to advance out of the primary in 2022. Yee is the current chair of the Democratic Committee of Shasta County. Prior to her 2022 campaign, Yee was a retirement financial planner and founder and CEO of Green Retirement, which aims to establish 401(k) accounts that are invested in a sustainable future. She has been a longtime supporter of gender representation in economic opportunity. She co-founded the organization WeTheChange, an association made up of female CEOs of mission-driven organizations. Her campaign is focused on investing in people through Medicare for All, increased housing construction, and increasing the minimum wage to $25, ending militarism and U.S. investment in international military aid, and increasing the use of clean energy. She has the endorsement of some progressive groups, including North State Medicare 4 All, AAPI for Justice Northern California, Redding Resistance, and Marin Green Party.
Kevin Eisele is a veteran and a health-care worker, having served as a medic in the U.S. Army and now working as a surgical technologist. He is an advocate for removing corporate power from politics, and ensuring that workers have adequate protections to earn a living wage. His campaign advocates for strong support for the working class, including Medicare for All, free community college, and a federal jobs guarantee. Eisele has not published any campaign endorsements as of March 2026.
The Race
Primary election: There are six candidates running in the June 2 primary, including incumbent Rep. Jared Huffman (D), Rose Penelope Yee (D), Kevin Eisele (D), Paul Saulsbury (R), Gregory Burgess (NPP), and Colby Smart (NPP). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Jared Huffman’s campaign has raised $519,000 as of March 2026 and is not funded by fossil fuel interests. His problematic donors include Realtors PAC, PG&E, and Google Inc.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Penelope Rose Yee’s campaign has not filed any campaign-fundraising receipts with the FEC as of March 2026.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Kevin Eisele’s campaign has not filed any campaign-fundraising receipts with the FEC as of March 2026.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 2nd Congressional District went from D+17% to D+19%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 2nd Congressional District includes all of Marin, Shasta, Humboldt, Siskiyou, Del Norte, Trinity, and Modoc Counties, and parts of Sonoma, and Mendocino Counties.
Voter registration: 45% Democrat, 28% Republican, and 19% No Party Preference. Democrats typically hold this district.
District demographics: 10% Latino, 3.5% Asian, and 1.4% Black.
Recent election results: CD-2 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 45 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 41 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 710,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 43 of the seats in the California congressional delegation, Republicans hold eight, and one is vacant.
3rd Congressional District
Elect Chris Bennett or Heidi Hall to put CD-03 on the right track for progress.
Chris Bennett is a community activist, disabled army veteran, and former tech worker. He served as a 2nd Lieutenant in the Army, worked at Kaiser Permanente and Sutter Health, and was a technology consultant with PwC Strategy&. His top issues include affordable housing, groceries, nutrition and food security, public homeowners insurance, health-care access and single-payer health care, good jobs, livable wages, labor power, reproductive justice, and environmental justice. Bennett has the endorsement of some groups, including Wellstone Progressive Democrats / Our Revolution Sacramento, SEIU California, California Faculty Association, Citizens Against AIPAC Corruption, and American Small Business League.
Heidi Hall has been a Nevada County Supervisor since 2017, served as chair of the board in 2020, and was re-elected in 2021. In this role, she has led on expanding broadband access, supported cannabis growers to regulate the industry, and worked to reduce homelessness. Hall is also a program manager with the California State Department of Water Resources, and previously worked at the Environmental Protection Agency and Resources Conservation Board. She is an executive board member to the California State Democratic Party, has served on several nonprofit boards, and volunteered as a Court Appointed Special Advocate for Children (CASA). Hall’s top issues include lowering costs, affordable housing, expanding health-care access and reducing costs, defending reproductive freedom, immigration, abolishing ICE, defending workers’ rights, and protecting our environment. She has the endorsement of some groups, including Jane Fonda Climate PAC, Climate Hawks Vote, California Environmental Voters, End Citizens United, California High School Democrats, and American River Democrats.
The Race
Primary election: There are eight candidates running in the June 2 primary, including Chris Bennett (D), Heidi Hall (D), Lyndon Cervantes (D), CD-06 incumbent Amerish “Ami” Bera (D), and a Green candidate as well as several Republican candidates. The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Bennett’s campaign has raised $154,956 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Hall’s campaign has raised $503,876 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Bera’s campaign has raised $888,115 and is funded by corporate contributions. His problematic donors include Fox Corporation, Comcast, AT&T, Google, and Walmart. Ami Bera has served in Congress since 2013, and won his 2024 re-election to the CD-06 district over a Republican challenger by 16 points. He has been criticized for his conservative votes, including supporting a failed bill to end funding for state and local governments upholding sanctuary state policies, a farm bill that cut the food stamp program by $20 billion, presidential authority to fast-track the Trans-Pacific Partnership, a vote to censure Rep. Al Green for calling out Trump for cutting Medicaid during a speech to Congress in 2025, and the resolution to honor the life of right-wing extremist Charlie Kirk, a vote he later said he regretted after facing backlash from constituents. Bera is a member of the centrist New Democrat Coalition and previously co-chaired the bipartisan Problem Solvers Caucus.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 3rd Congressional District went from R+ 6% to D+ 7%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines. This is one of the top priority seats to flip the House to a Democratic majority in 2026.Counties in district: California’s 3rd Congressional District includes Nevada and parts of El Dorado, Placer, and Sacramento Counties.
Voter registration: 39% Democrat, 32% Republican, and 20% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 14% Latino, 8% Asian, and 6% Black.
Recent election results: CD-03 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by ten points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 2 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Elect Chris Bennett or Heidi Hall to put CD-03 on the right track for progress.
Chris Bennett is a community activist, disabled army veteran, and former tech worker. He served as a 2nd Lieutenant in the Army, worked at Kaiser Permanente and Sutter Health, and was a technology consultant with PwC Strategy&. His top issues include affordable housing, groceries, nutrition and food security, public homeowners insurance, health-care access and single-payer health care, good jobs, livable wages, labor power, reproductive justice, and environmental justice. Bennett has the endorsement of some groups, including Wellstone Progressive Democrats / Our Revolution Sacramento, SEIU California, California Faculty Association, Citizens Against AIPAC Corruption, and American Small Business League.
Heidi Hall has been a Nevada County Supervisor since 2017, served as chair of the board in 2020, and was re-elected in 2021. In this role, she has led on expanding broadband access, supported cannabis growers to regulate the industry, and worked to reduce homelessness. Hall is also a program manager with the California State Department of Water Resources, and previously worked at the Environmental Protection Agency and Resources Conservation Board. She is an executive board member to the California State Democratic Party, has served on several nonprofit boards, and volunteered as a Court Appointed Special Advocate for Children (CASA). Hall’s top issues include lowering costs, affordable housing, expanding health-care access and reducing costs, defending reproductive freedom, immigration, abolishing ICE, defending workers’ rights, and protecting our environment. She has the endorsement of some groups, including Jane Fonda Climate PAC, Climate Hawks Vote, California Environmental Voters, End Citizens United, California High School Democrats, and American River Democrats.
The Race
Primary election: There are eight candidates running in the June 2 primary, including Chris Bennett (D), Heidi Hall (D), Lyndon Cervantes (D), CD-06 incumbent Amerish “Ami” Bera (D), and a Green candidate as well as several Republican candidates. The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Bennett’s campaign has raised $154,956 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Hall’s campaign has raised $503,876 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Bera’s campaign has raised $888,115 and is funded by corporate contributions. His problematic donors include Fox Corporation, Comcast, AT&T, Google, and Walmart. Ami Bera has served in Congress since 2013, and won his 2024 re-election to the CD-06 district over a Republican challenger by 16 points. He has been criticized for his conservative votes, including supporting a failed bill to end funding for state and local governments upholding sanctuary state policies, a farm bill that cut the food stamp program by $20 billion, presidential authority to fast-track the Trans-Pacific Partnership, a vote to censure Rep. Al Green for calling out Trump for cutting Medicaid during a speech to Congress in 2025, and the resolution to honor the life of right-wing extremist Charlie Kirk, a vote he later said he regretted after facing backlash from constituents. Bera is a member of the centrist New Democrat Coalition and previously co-chaired the bipartisan Problem Solvers Caucus.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 3rd Congressional District went from R+ 6% to D+ 7%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines. This is one of the top priority seats to flip the House to a Democratic majority in 2026.Counties in district: California’s 3rd Congressional District includes Nevada and parts of El Dorado, Placer, and Sacramento Counties.
Voter registration: 39% Democrat, 32% Republican, and 20% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 14% Latino, 8% Asian, and 6% Black.
Recent election results: CD-03 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by ten points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 2 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Elect Chris Bennett or Heidi Hall to put CD-03 on the right track for progress.
Chris Bennett is a community activist, disabled army veteran, and former tech worker. He served as a 2nd Lieutenant in the Army, worked at Kaiser Permanente and Sutter Health, and was a technology consultant with PwC Strategy&. His top issues include affordable housing, groceries, nutrition and food security, public homeowners insurance, health-care access and single-payer health care, good jobs, livable wages, labor power, reproductive justice, and environmental justice. Bennett has the endorsement of some groups, including Wellstone Progressive Democrats / Our Revolution Sacramento, SEIU California, California Faculty Association, Citizens Against AIPAC Corruption, and American Small Business League.
Heidi Hall has been a Nevada County Supervisor since 2017, served as chair of the board in 2020, and was re-elected in 2021. In this role, she has led on expanding broadband access, supported cannabis growers to regulate the industry, and worked to reduce homelessness. Hall is also a program manager with the California State Department of Water Resources, and previously worked at the Environmental Protection Agency and Resources Conservation Board. She is an executive board member to the California State Democratic Party, has served on several nonprofit boards, and volunteered as a Court Appointed Special Advocate for Children (CASA). Hall’s top issues include lowering costs, affordable housing, expanding health-care access and reducing costs, defending reproductive freedom, immigration, abolishing ICE, defending workers’ rights, and protecting our environment. She has the endorsement of some groups, including Jane Fonda Climate PAC, Climate Hawks Vote, California Environmental Voters, End Citizens United, California High School Democrats, and American River Democrats.
The Race
Primary election: There are eight candidates running in the June 2 primary, including Chris Bennett (D), Heidi Hall (D), Lyndon Cervantes (D), CD-06 incumbent Amerish “Ami” Bera (D), and a Green candidate as well as several Republican candidates. The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Bennett’s campaign has raised $154,956 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Hall’s campaign has raised $503,876 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Bera’s campaign has raised $888,115 and is funded by corporate contributions. His problematic donors include Fox Corporation, Comcast, AT&T, Google, and Walmart. Ami Bera has served in Congress since 2013, and won his 2024 re-election to the CD-06 district over a Republican challenger by 16 points. He has been criticized for his conservative votes, including supporting a failed bill to end funding for state and local governments upholding sanctuary state policies, a farm bill that cut the food stamp program by $20 billion, presidential authority to fast-track the Trans-Pacific Partnership, a vote to censure Rep. Al Green for calling out Trump for cutting Medicaid during a speech to Congress in 2025, and the resolution to honor the life of right-wing extremist Charlie Kirk, a vote he later said he regretted after facing backlash from constituents. Bera is a member of the centrist New Democrat Coalition and previously co-chaired the bipartisan Problem Solvers Caucus.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 3rd Congressional District went from R+ 6% to D+ 7%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines. This is one of the top priority seats to flip the House to a Democratic majority in 2026.Counties in district: California’s 3rd Congressional District includes Nevada and parts of El Dorado, Placer, and Sacramento Counties.
Voter registration: 39% Democrat, 32% Republican, and 20% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 14% Latino, 8% Asian, and 6% Black.
Recent election results: CD-03 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by ten points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 2 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Elect Chris Bennett or Heidi Hall to put CD-03 on the right track for progress.
Chris Bennett is a community activist, disabled army veteran, and former tech worker. He served as a 2nd Lieutenant in the Army, worked at Kaiser Permanente and Sutter Health, and was a technology consultant with PwC Strategy&. His top issues include affordable housing, groceries, nutrition and food security, public homeowners insurance, health-care access and single-payer health care, good jobs, livable wages, labor power, reproductive justice, and environmental justice. Bennett has the endorsement of some groups, including Wellstone Progressive Democrats / Our Revolution Sacramento, SEIU California, California Faculty Association, Citizens Against AIPAC Corruption, and American Small Business League.
Heidi Hall has been a Nevada County Supervisor since 2017, served as chair of the board in 2020, and was re-elected in 2021. In this role, she has led on expanding broadband access, supported cannabis growers to regulate the industry, and worked to reduce homelessness. Hall is also a program manager with the California State Department of Water Resources, and previously worked at the Environmental Protection Agency and Resources Conservation Board. She is an executive board member to the California State Democratic Party, has served on several nonprofit boards, and volunteered as a Court Appointed Special Advocate for Children (CASA). Hall’s top issues include lowering costs, affordable housing, expanding health-care access and reducing costs, defending reproductive freedom, immigration, abolishing ICE, defending workers’ rights, and protecting our environment. She has the endorsement of some groups, including Jane Fonda Climate PAC, Climate Hawks Vote, California Environmental Voters, End Citizens United, California High School Democrats, and American River Democrats.
The Race
Primary election: There are eight candidates running in the June 2 primary, including Chris Bennett (D), Heidi Hall (D), Lyndon Cervantes (D), CD-06 incumbent Amerish “Ami” Bera (D), and a Green candidate as well as several Republican candidates. The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Bennett’s campaign has raised $154,956 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Hall’s campaign has raised $503,876 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Bera’s campaign has raised $888,115 and is funded by corporate contributions. His problematic donors include Fox Corporation, Comcast, AT&T, Google, and Walmart. Ami Bera has served in Congress since 2013, and won his 2024 re-election to the CD-06 district over a Republican challenger by 16 points. He has been criticized for his conservative votes, including supporting a failed bill to end funding for state and local governments upholding sanctuary state policies, a farm bill that cut the food stamp program by $20 billion, presidential authority to fast-track the Trans-Pacific Partnership, a vote to censure Rep. Al Green for calling out Trump for cutting Medicaid during a speech to Congress in 2025, and the resolution to honor the life of right-wing extremist Charlie Kirk, a vote he later said he regretted after facing backlash from constituents. Bera is a member of the centrist New Democrat Coalition and previously co-chaired the bipartisan Problem Solvers Caucus.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 3rd Congressional District went from R+ 6% to D+ 7%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines. This is one of the top priority seats to flip the House to a Democratic majority in 2026.Counties in district: California’s 3rd Congressional District includes Nevada and parts of El Dorado, Placer, and Sacramento Counties.
Voter registration: 39% Democrat, 32% Republican, and 20% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 14% Latino, 8% Asian, and 6% Black.
Recent election results: CD-03 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by ten points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 2 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Elect Chris Bennett or Heidi Hall to put CD-03 on the right track for progress.
Chris Bennett is a community activist, disabled army veteran, and former tech worker. He served as a 2nd Lieutenant in the Army, worked at Kaiser Permanente and Sutter Health, and was a technology consultant with PwC Strategy&. His top issues include affordable housing, groceries, nutrition and food security, public homeowners insurance, health-care access and single-payer health care, good jobs, livable wages, labor power, reproductive justice, and environmental justice. Bennett has the endorsement of some groups, including Wellstone Progressive Democrats / Our Revolution Sacramento, SEIU California, California Faculty Association, Citizens Against AIPAC Corruption, and American Small Business League.
Heidi Hall has been a Nevada County Supervisor since 2017, served as chair of the board in 2020, and was re-elected in 2021. In this role, she has led on expanding broadband access, supported cannabis growers to regulate the industry, and worked to reduce homelessness. Hall is also a program manager with the California State Department of Water Resources, and previously worked at the Environmental Protection Agency and Resources Conservation Board. She is an executive board member to the California State Democratic Party, has served on several nonprofit boards, and volunteered as a Court Appointed Special Advocate for Children (CASA). Hall’s top issues include lowering costs, affordable housing, expanding health-care access and reducing costs, defending reproductive freedom, immigration, abolishing ICE, defending workers’ rights, and protecting our environment. She has the endorsement of some groups, including Jane Fonda Climate PAC, Climate Hawks Vote, California Environmental Voters, End Citizens United, California High School Democrats, and American River Democrats.
The Race
Primary election: There are eight candidates running in the June 2 primary, including Chris Bennett (D), Heidi Hall (D), Lyndon Cervantes (D), CD-06 incumbent Amerish “Ami” Bera (D), and a Green candidate as well as several Republican candidates. The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Bennett’s campaign has raised $154,956 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Hall’s campaign has raised $503,876 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Bera’s campaign has raised $888,115 and is funded by corporate contributions. His problematic donors include Fox Corporation, Comcast, AT&T, Google, and Walmart. Ami Bera has served in Congress since 2013, and won his 2024 re-election to the CD-06 district over a Republican challenger by 16 points. He has been criticized for his conservative votes, including supporting a failed bill to end funding for state and local governments upholding sanctuary state policies, a farm bill that cut the food stamp program by $20 billion, presidential authority to fast-track the Trans-Pacific Partnership, a vote to censure Rep. Al Green for calling out Trump for cutting Medicaid during a speech to Congress in 2025, and the resolution to honor the life of right-wing extremist Charlie Kirk, a vote he later said he regretted after facing backlash from constituents. Bera is a member of the centrist New Democrat Coalition and previously co-chaired the bipartisan Problem Solvers Caucus.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 3rd Congressional District went from R+ 6% to D+ 7%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines. This is one of the top priority seats to flip the House to a Democratic majority in 2026.Counties in district: California’s 3rd Congressional District includes Nevada and parts of El Dorado, Placer, and Sacramento Counties.
Voter registration: 39% Democrat, 32% Republican, and 20% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 14% Latino, 8% Asian, and 6% Black.
Recent election results: CD-03 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by ten points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 2 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Elect Chris Bennett or Heidi Hall to put CD-03 on the right track for progress.
Chris Bennett is a community activist, disabled army veteran, and former tech worker. He served as a 2nd Lieutenant in the Army, worked at Kaiser Permanente and Sutter Health, and was a technology consultant with PwC Strategy&. His top issues include affordable housing, groceries, nutrition and food security, public homeowners insurance, health-care access and single-payer health care, good jobs, livable wages, labor power, reproductive justice, and environmental justice. Bennett has the endorsement of some groups, including Wellstone Progressive Democrats / Our Revolution Sacramento, SEIU California, California Faculty Association, Citizens Against AIPAC Corruption, and American Small Business League.
Heidi Hall has been a Nevada County Supervisor since 2017, served as chair of the board in 2020, and was re-elected in 2021. In this role, she has led on expanding broadband access, supported cannabis growers to regulate the industry, and worked to reduce homelessness. Hall is also a program manager with the California State Department of Water Resources, and previously worked at the Environmental Protection Agency and Resources Conservation Board. She is an executive board member to the California State Democratic Party, has served on several nonprofit boards, and volunteered as a Court Appointed Special Advocate for Children (CASA). Hall’s top issues include lowering costs, affordable housing, expanding health-care access and reducing costs, defending reproductive freedom, immigration, abolishing ICE, defending workers’ rights, and protecting our environment. She has the endorsement of some groups, including Jane Fonda Climate PAC, Climate Hawks Vote, California Environmental Voters, End Citizens United, California High School Democrats, and American River Democrats.
The Race
Primary election: There are eight candidates running in the June 2 primary, including Chris Bennett (D), Heidi Hall (D), Lyndon Cervantes (D), CD-06 incumbent Amerish “Ami” Bera (D), and a Green candidate as well as several Republican candidates. The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Bennett’s campaign has raised $154,956 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Hall’s campaign has raised $503,876 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Bera’s campaign has raised $888,115 and is funded by corporate contributions. His problematic donors include Fox Corporation, Comcast, AT&T, Google, and Walmart. Ami Bera has served in Congress since 2013, and won his 2024 re-election to the CD-06 district over a Republican challenger by 16 points. He has been criticized for his conservative votes, including supporting a failed bill to end funding for state and local governments upholding sanctuary state policies, a farm bill that cut the food stamp program by $20 billion, presidential authority to fast-track the Trans-Pacific Partnership, a vote to censure Rep. Al Green for calling out Trump for cutting Medicaid during a speech to Congress in 2025, and the resolution to honor the life of right-wing extremist Charlie Kirk, a vote he later said he regretted after facing backlash from constituents. Bera is a member of the centrist New Democrat Coalition and previously co-chaired the bipartisan Problem Solvers Caucus.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 3rd Congressional District went from R+ 6% to D+ 7%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines. This is one of the top priority seats to flip the House to a Democratic majority in 2026.Counties in district: California’s 3rd Congressional District includes Nevada and parts of El Dorado, Placer, and Sacramento Counties.
Voter registration: 39% Democrat, 32% Republican, and 20% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 14% Latino, 8% Asian, and 6% Black.
Recent election results: CD-03 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by ten points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 2 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
4th Congressional District
Based on our analysis, this is a safe Democratic district. We recommend that you choose the Democratic candidate who best aligns to your values in this race.
Rep. Mike Thompson has served in Congress since 1999, and won his 2024 re-election against a Republican challenger by 32 points. This session, Rep. Thompson’s priorities for CD-04 have included 21 bills about taxation, agriculture, and civil rights. All of these currently remain in committee. He has sponsored and passed legislation to reduce the interest rate of federal student loans to two percent, prevent presidents from profiting from their office, and amend IRS code to establish an individual tariff refund credit. Rep. Thompson currently sits on the House Ways and Means Committee, and serves as chair of the Gun Violence Prevention Task Force. He is a member of the Blue Dog Coalition, which takes a problematic approach to bipartisan collaboration by actively aligning with industries to move policy forward. Rep. Thompson has the endorsement of many groups, including California Federation of Labor Unions, Equality California, Giffords PAC, and League of Conservation Voters. He has also received endorsements from problematic stakeholders, including Sonoma County Deputy Sheriffs’ Association, and Peace Officers Research Association of California.
Eric Jones is a businessman and an entrepreneur. He spent his early career working for an investment group that supported companies like Duolingo and Mercado Libre before founding the nonprofit American Dream Institute to advocate for an aspirational and less politically extreme future for Americans. He is also the founder of a family foundation, the Rachel and Eric Jones Foundation, which provides support and resources to vulnerable Americans, including veterans. Jones’s campaign platform focuses on affordability, corporate accountability, Medicare expansion, and universal access to childcare. He has the endorsement of Our Revolution and Yolo County Pride Democratic Club. Notably, a young volunteer for Jones’s campaign was investigated for surveilling the California home of Rep. Mike Thompson, often sitting outside for hours in his vehicle. Jones’s campaign has publicly indicated that the volunteer misunderstood their guidance to observe Rep. Thompson at public events.
The Race
Primary election: There are nine candidates running in the June 2 primary, including incumbent Rep. Mike Thompson (D), Eric Jones (D), and Ray Riehle (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Thompson’s campaign has raised $2.9 million as of May 2026, and is funded by police, fossil fuel, real estate, and corporate PAC interests.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Jones’s campaign has raised $3.2 million as of May 2026 and is not funded by police, fossil fuel, real estate, or corporate PAC interests. His campaign is supported by tech and finance industry donors, and is partially self-funded.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Riehle’s campaign has raised $108,000 as of May 2026 and is not funded by police, fossil fuel, real estate, or corporate PAC interests.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 8th Congressional District went from D+ 42% to D+ 32%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 4th Congressional District includes parts of Colusa, Lake, Napa, Placer, Sonoma, Sutter, and Yuba Counties.
Voter registration: 42% Democrat, 30% Republican, and 20% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 23% Latino, 17% Asian, and 15% Black.
Recent election results: CD-04 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 15 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by ten points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Based on our analysis, this is a safe Democratic district. We recommend that you choose the Democratic candidate who best aligns to your values in this race.
Rep. Mike Thompson has served in Congress since 1999, and won his 2024 re-election against a Republican challenger by 32 points. This session, Rep. Thompson’s priorities for CD-04 have included 21 bills about taxation, agriculture, and civil rights. All of these currently remain in committee. He has sponsored and passed legislation to reduce the interest rate of federal student loans to two percent, prevent presidents from profiting from their office, and amend IRS code to establish an individual tariff refund credit. Rep. Thompson currently sits on the House Ways and Means Committee, and serves as chair of the Gun Violence Prevention Task Force. He is a member of the Blue Dog Coalition, which takes a problematic approach to bipartisan collaboration by actively aligning with industries to move policy forward. Rep. Thompson has the endorsement of many groups, including California Federation of Labor Unions, Equality California, Giffords PAC, and League of Conservation Voters. He has also received endorsements from problematic stakeholders, including Sonoma County Deputy Sheriffs’ Association, and Peace Officers Research Association of California.
Eric Jones is a businessman and an entrepreneur. He spent his early career working for an investment group that supported companies like Duolingo and Mercado Libre before founding the nonprofit American Dream Institute to advocate for an aspirational and less politically extreme future for Americans. He is also the founder of a family foundation, the Rachel and Eric Jones Foundation, which provides support and resources to vulnerable Americans, including veterans. Jones’s campaign platform focuses on affordability, corporate accountability, Medicare expansion, and universal access to childcare. He has the endorsement of Our Revolution and Yolo County Pride Democratic Club. Notably, a young volunteer for Jones’s campaign was investigated for surveilling the California home of Rep. Mike Thompson, often sitting outside for hours in his vehicle. Jones’s campaign has publicly indicated that the volunteer misunderstood their guidance to observe Rep. Thompson at public events.
The Race
Primary election: There are nine candidates running in the June 2 primary, including incumbent Rep. Mike Thompson (D), Eric Jones (D), and Ray Riehle (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Thompson’s campaign has raised $2.9 million as of May 2026, and is funded by police, fossil fuel, real estate, and corporate PAC interests.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Jones’s campaign has raised $3.2 million as of May 2026 and is not funded by police, fossil fuel, real estate, or corporate PAC interests. His campaign is supported by tech and finance industry donors, and is partially self-funded.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Riehle’s campaign has raised $108,000 as of May 2026 and is not funded by police, fossil fuel, real estate, or corporate PAC interests.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 8th Congressional District went from D+ 42% to D+ 32%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 4th Congressional District includes parts of Colusa, Lake, Napa, Placer, Sonoma, Sutter, and Yuba Counties.
Voter registration: 42% Democrat, 30% Republican, and 20% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 23% Latino, 17% Asian, and 15% Black.
Recent election results: CD-04 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 15 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by ten points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
5th Congressional District
Elect Mike Masuda to put CD-01 on the right track for progress.
Progressive endorsements: Michael Masuda has the endorsement of many groups, including California Young Democrats, North Valley Labor Federation, California High School Democrats, Indivisible Amador, Madera County Indivisible, Modesto Progressive Democrats, and Fresno County Democratic Women’s Club. He is also supported by elected leaders, like Sonora Mayor Ann Segerstrom, Madera City Councilmember Steve Montes, Modesto City Councilmember Chris Ricci, Stanislaus Union School District Board President John Casselberry, and Tuolumne County Supervisor Jaron Brandon.
Top issues: Wildfire threats and insurance, health care, agriculture, housing, education, immigration, foreign policy, affordability, jobs and the economy, and LGBTQIA+ rights.
Governance and community leadership experience: Masuda is an engineer who has worked for the U.S. Department of State and the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory. Notably, Masuda did not support Proposition 50.
Other background: Masuda’s grandparents were Japanese Americans who were forcibly interned at Topaz Internment Camp in Utah during World War II.
The Race
Primary election: There are four candidates running in the June 2 primary: Michael Masuda (D), Mike Barkley (D), Dan Stroud (D), and incumbent Rep. Tom McClintock (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Masuda’s campaign has raised $209,519 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions.
Incumbent fundraising and pledges: Rep. McClintock’s campaign has raised $726,368 and is funded by fossil fuel, real estate, and corporate contributions. His problematic donors include Chevron, PG&E, and Edison International. He supported HR 1, the budget reconciliation bill that cut Medicaid and other social safety net services to pay for a significant expansion of ICE and Border Patrol and tax cuts for corporations and the wealthy.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 5th Congressional District went from R+ 12% to R+ 15%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 5th Congressional District includes parts of Alpine, Amador, El Dorado, Fresno, Inyo, Madera, Mariposa, Mono, San Joaquin, and Stanislaus.
Voter registration: 29% Democrat, 44% Republican, and 18% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 24% Latino, 5% Asian, and 2% Black.
Recent election results: CD-05 voted for Trump for president in 2024 by 21 points and Dahle for governor in 2022 by 28 points. Rep. McClintock won his re-election to the pre-Prop 50 seat in 2024 by 24 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Elect Mike Masuda to put CD-01 on the right track for progress.
Progressive endorsements: Michael Masuda has the endorsement of many groups, including California Young Democrats, North Valley Labor Federation, California High School Democrats, Indivisible Amador, Madera County Indivisible, Modesto Progressive Democrats, and Fresno County Democratic Women’s Club. He is also supported by elected leaders, like Sonora Mayor Ann Segerstrom, Madera City Councilmember Steve Montes, Modesto City Councilmember Chris Ricci, Stanislaus Union School District Board President John Casselberry, and Tuolumne County Supervisor Jaron Brandon.
Top issues: Wildfire threats and insurance, health care, agriculture, housing, education, immigration, foreign policy, affordability, jobs and the economy, and LGBTQIA+ rights.
Governance and community leadership experience: Masuda is an engineer who has worked for the U.S. Department of State and the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory. Notably, Masuda did not support Proposition 50.
Other background: Masuda’s grandparents were Japanese Americans who were forcibly interned at Topaz Internment Camp in Utah during World War II.
The Race
Primary election: There are four candidates running in the June 2 primary: Michael Masuda (D), Mike Barkley (D), Dan Stroud (D), and incumbent Rep. Tom McClintock (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Masuda’s campaign has raised $209,519 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions.
Incumbent fundraising and pledges: Rep. McClintock’s campaign has raised $726,368 and is funded by fossil fuel, real estate, and corporate contributions. His problematic donors include Chevron, PG&E, and Edison International. He supported HR 1, the budget reconciliation bill that cut Medicaid and other social safety net services to pay for a significant expansion of ICE and Border Patrol and tax cuts for corporations and the wealthy.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 5th Congressional District went from R+ 12% to R+ 15%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 5th Congressional District includes parts of Alpine, Amador, El Dorado, Fresno, Inyo, Madera, Mariposa, Mono, San Joaquin, and Stanislaus.
Voter registration: 29% Democrat, 44% Republican, and 18% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 24% Latino, 5% Asian, and 2% Black.
Recent election results: CD-05 voted for Trump for president in 2024 by 21 points and Dahle for governor in 2022 by 28 points. Rep. McClintock won his re-election to the pre-Prop 50 seat in 2024 by 24 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Elect Mike Masuda to put CD-01 on the right track for progress.
Progressive endorsements: Michael Masuda has the endorsement of many groups, including California Young Democrats, North Valley Labor Federation, California High School Democrats, Indivisible Amador, Madera County Indivisible, Modesto Progressive Democrats, and Fresno County Democratic Women’s Club. He is also supported by elected leaders, like Sonora Mayor Ann Segerstrom, Madera City Councilmember Steve Montes, Modesto City Councilmember Chris Ricci, Stanislaus Union School District Board President John Casselberry, and Tuolumne County Supervisor Jaron Brandon.
Top issues: Wildfire threats and insurance, health care, agriculture, housing, education, immigration, foreign policy, affordability, jobs and the economy, and LGBTQIA+ rights.
Governance and community leadership experience: Masuda is an engineer who has worked for the U.S. Department of State and the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory. Notably, Masuda did not support Proposition 50.
Other background: Masuda’s grandparents were Japanese Americans who were forcibly interned at Topaz Internment Camp in Utah during World War II.
The Race
Primary election: There are four candidates running in the June 2 primary: Michael Masuda (D), Mike Barkley (D), Dan Stroud (D), and incumbent Rep. Tom McClintock (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Masuda’s campaign has raised $209,519 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions.
Incumbent fundraising and pledges: Rep. McClintock’s campaign has raised $726,368 and is funded by fossil fuel, real estate, and corporate contributions. His problematic donors include Chevron, PG&E, and Edison International. He supported HR 1, the budget reconciliation bill that cut Medicaid and other social safety net services to pay for a significant expansion of ICE and Border Patrol and tax cuts for corporations and the wealthy.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 5th Congressional District went from R+ 12% to R+ 15%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 5th Congressional District includes parts of Alpine, Amador, El Dorado, Fresno, Inyo, Madera, Mariposa, Mono, San Joaquin, and Stanislaus.
Voter registration: 29% Democrat, 44% Republican, and 18% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 24% Latino, 5% Asian, and 2% Black.
Recent election results: CD-05 voted for Trump for president in 2024 by 21 points and Dahle for governor in 2022 by 28 points. Rep. McClintock won his re-election to the pre-Prop 50 seat in 2024 by 24 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
6th Congressional District
Courage California endorses Lauren Babb Tomlinson for Congress to keep CD-06 on the right track for progress.
Progressive Endorsements: Lauren Babb Tomlinson has the endorsement of some groups, including Courage California, Planned Parenthood Action Fund, Congressional Black Caucus, Black Women for Wellness Action Project, Leaders We Deserve, and Women Democrats of Sacramento County. She is also supported by some elected officials, including Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove, Asm. Rhodesian Ransom, Santa Clara County Supervisor Susan Ellenberg, and San Juan Unified School Board Member Zima Creason.
Top issues: Lowering costs, access to healthcare, strengthening our care economy, public safety, supporting our seniors, innovation that works for people
Governance and Community Leadership Experience: Tomlinson is Chief Public Affairs Officer at Planned Parenthood Advocates Mar Monte – the nation’s largest Planned Parenthood affiliate – where she has fought to protect reproductive healthcare access in California, expand access to affordable healthcare, especially in rural areas, ensure people are treated fairly in the workplace, and help elect reproductive justice champions. She chaired the California Commission on the Status of Women and Girls, where she created the state’s first Women’s Economic Recovery Grant Program during COVID, and fought for equal pay and protections for survivors of domestic abuse.
The Race
Primary election: There are 7 candidates running in the June 2 primary, including Lauren Babb Tomlinson (D), Richard Pan (D), Thien Ho (D), Martha Guerrero (D), and Kevin Kiley (NPP). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Tomlinson’s campaign has raised $375,383 and is not funded by fossil fuel, real estate, law enforcement, or corporate contributions.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Dr. Pan’s campaign has raised $564,129 and is not funded by fossil fuel, real estate, law enforcement, or corporate contributions. Dr. Pan served in the state legislature from 2010-2022, and scored a lifetime 83 out of 100 on Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting records. Based on our analysis, while he supported many progressive bills, he failed to support legislation to protect frontline workers during the COVID pandemic, support clean-up of old oil wells, and codify the state goal to reach carbon neutrality by 2045. Notably, he was a recipient of contributions from fossil fuel corporations – like PG&E, Chevron, Phillips 66, and Sempra Energy – law enforcement, real estate, and other corporate donors while in the legislature.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Ho’s campaign has raised $645,025 and is not funded by fossil fuel, real estate, law enforcement, or corporate contributions. Thien Ho serves as the Sacramento County District Attorney, and has been criticized by community members for criminalizing homelessness and mental illness.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Guerrero’s campaign has raised $170,543 and is not funded by fossil fuel, real estate, or law enforcement contributions.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Kiley’s campaign has raised $2,598,337 and is funded by real estate, fossil fuel, and corporate contributions. His problematic donors include Google, CoreCivic, Edison International, and Walmart. Kevin Kiley has served in Congress since 2023, recently switching from being a Republican member to an independent in March 2026. He supported HR 1, the budget reconciliation bill that cut Medicaid and other social safety net services to pay for a significant expansion of ICE and Border Patrol and tax cuts for corporations and the wealthy. Prior to serving in Congress, he was a state assemblymember, and earned a lifetime 0 out of 100 on Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting records.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 6th Congressional District went from D+ 15% to D+8%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.
Counties in district: California’s 6th Congressional District includes parts of Placer, Sacramento, and Yolo Counties.
Voter registration: 39% Democrat, 31% Republican, 22% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 19% Latino, 11% Asian, and 7% Black.
Recent election results: CD-06 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 8 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 1 point.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.
The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold 7, and Independents hold 1. The CD-01 seat is vacant, and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 run-off. The CD-14 seat is vacant, and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 run-off.
Last updated: 5/1/26
References:
https://www.lbtforcongress.com/
https://californiatargetbook.com/book/2025/CD06
https://www.fec.gov/
https://ballotpedia.org/RichardPan
https://www.abc10.com/article/news/local/sacramento/sacramento-mayoral-candidate-criticizes-da-city-homeless-fight/103-0e9c24ca-0bd1-4cd2-a19b-bf0560e3ba01
https://www.abc10.com/article/news/local/sacramento/town-hall-sparks-debate-over-alleged-abuse-californias-diversion-program/103-27567761-67aa-4601-8408-8e6e5340823f
https://ballotpedia.org/KevinKiley
Courage California endorses Lauren Babb Tomlinson for Congress to keep CD-06 on the right track for progress.
Progressive Endorsements: Lauren Babb Tomlinson has the endorsement of some groups, including Courage California, Planned Parenthood Action Fund, Congressional Black Caucus, Black Women for Wellness Action Project, Leaders We Deserve, and Women Democrats of Sacramento County. She is also supported by some elected officials, including Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove, Asm. Rhodesian Ransom, Santa Clara County Supervisor Susan Ellenberg, and San Juan Unified School Board Member Zima Creason.
Top issues: Lowering costs, access to healthcare, strengthening our care economy, public safety, supporting our seniors, innovation that works for people
Governance and Community Leadership Experience: Tomlinson is Chief Public Affairs Officer at Planned Parenthood Advocates Mar Monte – the nation’s largest Planned Parenthood affiliate – where she has fought to protect reproductive healthcare access in California, expand access to affordable healthcare, especially in rural areas, ensure people are treated fairly in the workplace, and help elect reproductive justice champions. She chaired the California Commission on the Status of Women and Girls, where she created the state’s first Women’s Economic Recovery Grant Program during COVID, and fought for equal pay and protections for survivors of domestic abuse.
The Race
Primary election: There are 7 candidates running in the June 2 primary, including Lauren Babb Tomlinson (D), Richard Pan (D), Thien Ho (D), Martha Guerrero (D), and Kevin Kiley (NPP). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Tomlinson’s campaign has raised $375,383 and is not funded by fossil fuel, real estate, law enforcement, or corporate contributions.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Dr. Pan’s campaign has raised $564,129 and is not funded by fossil fuel, real estate, law enforcement, or corporate contributions. Dr. Pan served in the state legislature from 2010-2022, and scored a lifetime 83 out of 100 on Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting records. Based on our analysis, while he supported many progressive bills, he failed to support legislation to protect frontline workers during the COVID pandemic, support clean-up of old oil wells, and codify the state goal to reach carbon neutrality by 2045. Notably, he was a recipient of contributions from fossil fuel corporations – like PG&E, Chevron, Phillips 66, and Sempra Energy – law enforcement, real estate, and other corporate donors while in the legislature.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Ho’s campaign has raised $645,025 and is not funded by fossil fuel, real estate, law enforcement, or corporate contributions. Thien Ho serves as the Sacramento County District Attorney, and has been criticized by community members for criminalizing homelessness and mental illness.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Guerrero’s campaign has raised $170,543 and is not funded by fossil fuel, real estate, or law enforcement contributions.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Kiley’s campaign has raised $2,598,337 and is funded by real estate, fossil fuel, and corporate contributions. His problematic donors include Google, CoreCivic, Edison International, and Walmart. Kevin Kiley has served in Congress since 2023, recently switching from being a Republican member to an independent in March 2026. He supported HR 1, the budget reconciliation bill that cut Medicaid and other social safety net services to pay for a significant expansion of ICE and Border Patrol and tax cuts for corporations and the wealthy. Prior to serving in Congress, he was a state assemblymember, and earned a lifetime 0 out of 100 on Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting records.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 6th Congressional District went from D+ 15% to D+8%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.
Counties in district: California’s 6th Congressional District includes parts of Placer, Sacramento, and Yolo Counties.
Voter registration: 39% Democrat, 31% Republican, 22% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 19% Latino, 11% Asian, and 7% Black.
Recent election results: CD-06 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 8 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 1 point.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.
The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold 7, and Independents hold 1. The CD-01 seat is vacant, and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 run-off. The CD-14 seat is vacant, and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 run-off.
Last updated: 5/1/26
References:
https://www.lbtforcongress.com/
https://californiatargetbook.com/book/2025/CD06
https://www.fec.gov/
https://ballotpedia.org/RichardPan
https://www.abc10.com/article/news/local/sacramento/sacramento-mayoral-candidate-criticizes-da-city-homeless-fight/103-0e9c24ca-0bd1-4cd2-a19b-bf0560e3ba01
https://www.abc10.com/article/news/local/sacramento/town-hall-sparks-debate-over-alleged-abuse-californias-diversion-program/103-27567761-67aa-4601-8408-8e6e5340823f
https://ballotpedia.org/KevinKiley
Courage California endorses Lauren Babb Tomlinson for Congress to keep CD-06 on the right track for progress.
Progressive Endorsements: Lauren Babb Tomlinson has the endorsement of some groups, including Courage California, Planned Parenthood Action Fund, Congressional Black Caucus, Black Women for Wellness Action Project, Leaders We Deserve, and Women Democrats of Sacramento County. She is also supported by some elected officials, including Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove, Asm. Rhodesian Ransom, Santa Clara County Supervisor Susan Ellenberg, and San Juan Unified School Board Member Zima Creason.
Top issues: Lowering costs, access to healthcare, strengthening our care economy, public safety, supporting our seniors, innovation that works for people
Governance and Community Leadership Experience: Tomlinson is Chief Public Affairs Officer at Planned Parenthood Advocates Mar Monte – the nation’s largest Planned Parenthood affiliate – where she has fought to protect reproductive healthcare access in California, expand access to affordable healthcare, especially in rural areas, ensure people are treated fairly in the workplace, and help elect reproductive justice champions. She chaired the California Commission on the Status of Women and Girls, where she created the state’s first Women’s Economic Recovery Grant Program during COVID, and fought for equal pay and protections for survivors of domestic abuse.
The Race
Primary election: There are 7 candidates running in the June 2 primary, including Lauren Babb Tomlinson (D), Richard Pan (D), Thien Ho (D), Martha Guerrero (D), and Kevin Kiley (NPP). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Tomlinson’s campaign has raised $375,383 and is not funded by fossil fuel, real estate, law enforcement, or corporate contributions.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Dr. Pan’s campaign has raised $564,129 and is not funded by fossil fuel, real estate, law enforcement, or corporate contributions. Dr. Pan served in the state legislature from 2010-2022, and scored a lifetime 83 out of 100 on Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting records. Based on our analysis, while he supported many progressive bills, he failed to support legislation to protect frontline workers during the COVID pandemic, support clean-up of old oil wells, and codify the state goal to reach carbon neutrality by 2045. Notably, he was a recipient of contributions from fossil fuel corporations – like PG&E, Chevron, Phillips 66, and Sempra Energy – law enforcement, real estate, and other corporate donors while in the legislature.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Ho’s campaign has raised $645,025 and is not funded by fossil fuel, real estate, law enforcement, or corporate contributions. Thien Ho serves as the Sacramento County District Attorney, and has been criticized by community members for criminalizing homelessness and mental illness.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Guerrero’s campaign has raised $170,543 and is not funded by fossil fuel, real estate, or law enforcement contributions.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Kiley’s campaign has raised $2,598,337 and is funded by real estate, fossil fuel, and corporate contributions. His problematic donors include Google, CoreCivic, Edison International, and Walmart. Kevin Kiley has served in Congress since 2023, recently switching from being a Republican member to an independent in March 2026. He supported HR 1, the budget reconciliation bill that cut Medicaid and other social safety net services to pay for a significant expansion of ICE and Border Patrol and tax cuts for corporations and the wealthy. Prior to serving in Congress, he was a state assemblymember, and earned a lifetime 0 out of 100 on Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting records.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 6th Congressional District went from D+ 15% to D+8%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.
Counties in district: California’s 6th Congressional District includes parts of Placer, Sacramento, and Yolo Counties.
Voter registration: 39% Democrat, 31% Republican, 22% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 19% Latino, 11% Asian, and 7% Black.
Recent election results: CD-06 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 8 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 1 point.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.
The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold 7, and Independents hold 1. The CD-01 seat is vacant, and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 run-off. The CD-14 seat is vacant, and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 run-off.
Last updated: 5/1/26
References:
https://www.lbtforcongress.com/
https://californiatargetbook.com/book/2025/CD06
https://www.fec.gov/
https://ballotpedia.org/RichardPan
https://www.abc10.com/article/news/local/sacramento/sacramento-mayoral-candidate-criticizes-da-city-homeless-fight/103-0e9c24ca-0bd1-4cd2-a19b-bf0560e3ba01
https://www.abc10.com/article/news/local/sacramento/town-hall-sparks-debate-over-alleged-abuse-californias-diversion-program/103-27567761-67aa-4601-8408-8e6e5340823f
https://ballotpedia.org/KevinKiley
7th Congressional District
Courage California endorses Mai Vang for Congress to keep CD-07 on the right track for progress.
Progressive Endorsements: Mai Vang has the endorsement of many groups, including Courage California, California Working Families Party, California Labor Federation, National Union of Healthcare Workers, Sunrise Movement, ACCE Action, Wellstone Democrats, DSA Sacramento, Women Democrats of Sacramento County, Davis College Democrats, and Sacramento County High School Democrats.
Top issues: An economy for working families, healthcare, housing, childcare and education, immigration, foreign policy, taking back our democracy, climate change, water and land use, and human rights
Governance and Community Leadership Experience: Vang has been a Sacramento City Councilmember since she was first elected in 2020 with over 52% of the vote. She won her re-election in 2024, unopposed. As councilmember, she led community-run vaccination clinics during COVID, established the $10 million annual Sacramento Children’s Fund, secured $40 million in public investments, and brought in the first-ever citywide language access coordinator to ensure all residents could access government programs and services. Vang previously served on the Sacramento City Unified School District School Board, where she passed a Sanctuary School policy under the first Trump administration and redirected funding from armed law enforcement officers on campus to school services, like counseling. She co-founded Hmong Innovating Politics to organize parents to fight for their children’s education, and was a Voter Registration Coordinator at the Asian Pacific American Labor Alliance and community engagement staff for the City of Sacramento.
The Race
Primary election: There are 6 candidates running in the June 2 primary, including Mai Vang (D), incumbent Rep. Doris Matsui (D), Robbie Morin (D), Enayat Nazhat (D), Ralph Nwobi (R), and Zachariah Wooden (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Vang’s campaign has raised $598,232 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Incumbent Rep. Matsui’s campaign has raised $1,343,150 and is funded by fossil fuel, real estate, and corporate contributions. Her problematic donors include PG&E, Comcast, Fox Corporation, Google, National Association of Realtors, and Walmart. Rep. Matsui has served in this seat since 2005, when she won a special election to replace her late husband, Robert Matsui, who had served in this congressional seat from 1979 through 2005. She has been criticized for avoiding more direct engagement with her constituents.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 7th Congressional District went from D+ 29% to D+ 13%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.
Counties in district: California’s 7th Congressional District includes parts of El Dorado and Sacramento Counties.
Voter registration: 42% Democrat, 29% Republican, 13% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 22% Latino, 21% Asian, and 11% Black.
Recent election results: CD-07 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 13 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 6 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.
The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold 7, and Independents hold 1. The CD-01 seat is vacant, and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 run-off. The CD-14 seat is vacant, and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 run-off.
Last updated: 5/1/26
References:
https://www.maiforus.com/
https://californiatargetbook.com/book/2025/CD07
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BobMatsui
https://www.fec.gov/
https://www.sacbee.com/opinion/article311682276.html
Courage California endorses Mai Vang for Congress to keep CD-07 on the right track for progress.
Progressive Endorsements: Mai Vang has the endorsement of many groups, including Courage California, California Working Families Party, California Labor Federation, National Union of Healthcare Workers, Sunrise Movement, ACCE Action, Wellstone Democrats, DSA Sacramento, Women Democrats of Sacramento County, Davis College Democrats, and Sacramento County High School Democrats.
Top issues: An economy for working families, healthcare, housing, childcare and education, immigration, foreign policy, taking back our democracy, climate change, water and land use, and human rights
Governance and Community Leadership Experience: Vang has been a Sacramento City Councilmember since she was first elected in 2020 with over 52% of the vote. She won her re-election in 2024, unopposed. As councilmember, she led community-run vaccination clinics during COVID, established the $10 million annual Sacramento Children’s Fund, secured $40 million in public investments, and brought in the first-ever citywide language access coordinator to ensure all residents could access government programs and services. Vang previously served on the Sacramento City Unified School District School Board, where she passed a Sanctuary School policy under the first Trump administration and redirected funding from armed law enforcement officers on campus to school services, like counseling. She co-founded Hmong Innovating Politics to organize parents to fight for their children’s education, and was a Voter Registration Coordinator at the Asian Pacific American Labor Alliance and community engagement staff for the City of Sacramento.
The Race
Primary election: There are 6 candidates running in the June 2 primary, including Mai Vang (D), incumbent Rep. Doris Matsui (D), Robbie Morin (D), Enayat Nazhat (D), Ralph Nwobi (R), and Zachariah Wooden (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Vang’s campaign has raised $598,232 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Incumbent Rep. Matsui’s campaign has raised $1,343,150 and is funded by fossil fuel, real estate, and corporate contributions. Her problematic donors include PG&E, Comcast, Fox Corporation, Google, National Association of Realtors, and Walmart. Rep. Matsui has served in this seat since 2005, when she won a special election to replace her late husband, Robert Matsui, who had served in this congressional seat from 1979 through 2005. She has been criticized for avoiding more direct engagement with her constituents.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 7th Congressional District went from D+ 29% to D+ 13%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.
Counties in district: California’s 7th Congressional District includes parts of El Dorado and Sacramento Counties.
Voter registration: 42% Democrat, 29% Republican, 13% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 22% Latino, 21% Asian, and 11% Black.
Recent election results: CD-07 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 13 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 6 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.
The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold 7, and Independents hold 1. The CD-01 seat is vacant, and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 run-off. The CD-14 seat is vacant, and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 run-off.
Last updated: 5/1/26
References:
https://www.maiforus.com/
https://californiatargetbook.com/book/2025/CD07
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BobMatsui
https://www.fec.gov/
https://www.sacbee.com/opinion/article311682276.html
Courage California endorses Mai Vang for Congress to keep CD-07 on the right track for progress.
Progressive Endorsements: Mai Vang has the endorsement of many groups, including Courage California, California Working Families Party, California Labor Federation, National Union of Healthcare Workers, Sunrise Movement, ACCE Action, Wellstone Democrats, DSA Sacramento, Women Democrats of Sacramento County, Davis College Democrats, and Sacramento County High School Democrats.
Top issues: An economy for working families, healthcare, housing, childcare and education, immigration, foreign policy, taking back our democracy, climate change, water and land use, and human rights
Governance and Community Leadership Experience: Vang has been a Sacramento City Councilmember since she was first elected in 2020 with over 52% of the vote. She won her re-election in 2024, unopposed. As councilmember, she led community-run vaccination clinics during COVID, established the $10 million annual Sacramento Children’s Fund, secured $40 million in public investments, and brought in the first-ever citywide language access coordinator to ensure all residents could access government programs and services. Vang previously served on the Sacramento City Unified School District School Board, where she passed a Sanctuary School policy under the first Trump administration and redirected funding from armed law enforcement officers on campus to school services, like counseling. She co-founded Hmong Innovating Politics to organize parents to fight for their children’s education, and was a Voter Registration Coordinator at the Asian Pacific American Labor Alliance and community engagement staff for the City of Sacramento.
The Race
Primary election: There are 6 candidates running in the June 2 primary, including Mai Vang (D), incumbent Rep. Doris Matsui (D), Robbie Morin (D), Enayat Nazhat (D), Ralph Nwobi (R), and Zachariah Wooden (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Vang’s campaign has raised $598,232 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Incumbent Rep. Matsui’s campaign has raised $1,343,150 and is funded by fossil fuel, real estate, and corporate contributions. Her problematic donors include PG&E, Comcast, Fox Corporation, Google, National Association of Realtors, and Walmart. Rep. Matsui has served in this seat since 2005, when she won a special election to replace her late husband, Robert Matsui, who had served in this congressional seat from 1979 through 2005. She has been criticized for avoiding more direct engagement with her constituents.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 7th Congressional District went from D+ 29% to D+ 13%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.
Counties in district: California’s 7th Congressional District includes parts of El Dorado and Sacramento Counties.
Voter registration: 42% Democrat, 29% Republican, 13% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 22% Latino, 21% Asian, and 11% Black.
Recent election results: CD-07 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 13 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 6 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.
The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold 7, and Independents hold 1. The CD-01 seat is vacant, and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 run-off. The CD-14 seat is vacant, and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 run-off.
Last updated: 5/1/26
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https://www.fec.gov/
https://www.sacbee.com/opinion/article311682276.html
8th Congressional District
Based on our analysis, this is a safe Democratic district. We recommend that you choose the Democratic candidate who best aligns to your values in this race.
Rep. John Garamendi has served in this congressional seat since 2023, when he was elected with over 75% of the vote. In 2024, he won his re-election against a Republican challenger by 49 points. Rep. Garamendi previously served in Congress in two other districts from 2009–2023. This session, Rep. Garamendi’s priorities for CD-08 have included 11 bills about protecting democracy, early-childhood education, forest management, transportation and infrastructure, and ending the Iran War. He has previously sponsored and passed legislation to support American-made products, allow military support for fighting wildfires, and secure funding for the preservation of the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta. Rep. Garamendi chairs the Armed Services Subcommittee on Readiness, serves as a senior member of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee and House Armed Services Committee, and is a member of the Water Resources Development Act Conference Committee. He is a member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus. Rep. Garamendi previously served in the State Assembly and the Senate, where he authored the Rural Health Services Act — which established a clinic system throughout the state — as California’s first elected insurance commissioner, deputy secretary of the Interior, and lieutenant governor.
Nicolas Carjuzaa was an international analyst for the financial regulator for FINRA, protecting American consumers, promoting American markets, and ensuring that bad actors were held accountable. His top issues include housing affordability, universal health care, clean energy jobs and a Green New Deal, immigration reform, gender rights, and tackling corruption. Carjuzaa is endorsed by Our Revolution East Bay, Citizens’ Impeachment, and Citizens Against AIPAC Corruption.
Aaron Rowden is a policy analyst at American Nonsmokers’ Rights Foundation and a member of the West County Democratic Club Issues Committee. He previously served as a member and vice chair of the Richmond Recreation and Parks Commission and chairman of the Fairfield, Maine, town council. Rowden’s top issues include immigration and citizenship, the economy, technology, and labor, and public health.
The Race
Primary election: There are four candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. John Garamendi (D), Aaron Rowden (D), Nicolas Carjuzaa (D), and Rudy Recile (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Garamendi’s campaign has raised $414,574 and is not funded by law-enforcement contributions. His problematic donors include Home Depot, Verizon, Edison International, PG&E, and the National Association of Realtors.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rowden’s campaign has raised $14,216 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Carjuzaa’s campaign has raised $20,190 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Recile’s campaign has raised $7,334 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 8th Congressional District went from D+ 42% to D+ 32%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 8th Congressional District includes parts of Contra Costa, Sacramento, San Joaquin, Solano, and Yolo Counties.
Voter registration: 52% Democrat, 20% Republican, and 22% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 23% Latino, 17% Asian, and 15% Black.
Recent election results: CD-08 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 34 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 34 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Based on our analysis, this is a safe Democratic district. We recommend that you choose the Democratic candidate who best aligns to your values in this race.
Rep. John Garamendi has served in this congressional seat since 2023, when he was elected with over 75% of the vote. In 2024, he won his re-election against a Republican challenger by 49 points. Rep. Garamendi previously served in Congress in two other districts from 2009–2023. This session, Rep. Garamendi’s priorities for CD-08 have included 11 bills about protecting democracy, early-childhood education, forest management, transportation and infrastructure, and ending the Iran War. He has previously sponsored and passed legislation to support American-made products, allow military support for fighting wildfires, and secure funding for the preservation of the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta. Rep. Garamendi chairs the Armed Services Subcommittee on Readiness, serves as a senior member of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee and House Armed Services Committee, and is a member of the Water Resources Development Act Conference Committee. He is a member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus. Rep. Garamendi previously served in the State Assembly and the Senate, where he authored the Rural Health Services Act — which established a clinic system throughout the state — as California’s first elected insurance commissioner, deputy secretary of the Interior, and lieutenant governor.
Nicolas Carjuzaa was an international analyst for the financial regulator for FINRA, protecting American consumers, promoting American markets, and ensuring that bad actors were held accountable. His top issues include housing affordability, universal health care, clean energy jobs and a Green New Deal, immigration reform, gender rights, and tackling corruption. Carjuzaa is endorsed by Our Revolution East Bay, Citizens’ Impeachment, and Citizens Against AIPAC Corruption.
Aaron Rowden is a policy analyst at American Nonsmokers’ Rights Foundation and a member of the West County Democratic Club Issues Committee. He previously served as a member and vice chair of the Richmond Recreation and Parks Commission and chairman of the Fairfield, Maine, town council. Rowden’s top issues include immigration and citizenship, the economy, technology, and labor, and public health.
The Race
Primary election: There are four candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. John Garamendi (D), Aaron Rowden (D), Nicolas Carjuzaa (D), and Rudy Recile (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Garamendi’s campaign has raised $414,574 and is not funded by law-enforcement contributions. His problematic donors include Home Depot, Verizon, Edison International, PG&E, and the National Association of Realtors.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rowden’s campaign has raised $14,216 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Carjuzaa’s campaign has raised $20,190 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Recile’s campaign has raised $7,334 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 8th Congressional District went from D+ 42% to D+ 32%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 8th Congressional District includes parts of Contra Costa, Sacramento, San Joaquin, Solano, and Yolo Counties.
Voter registration: 52% Democrat, 20% Republican, and 22% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 23% Latino, 17% Asian, and 15% Black.
Recent election results: CD-08 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 34 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 34 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
9th Congressional District
Re-elect Rep. Josh Harder to keep CD-9 on the right track for progress.
Governance: Rep. Josh Harder has served in Congress since 2019, when he defeated a Republican incumbent to flip the seat. He won his 2024 re-election against a Republican challenger by four points. This session, Rep. Harder has sponsored 37 bills, including legislation to prohibit for-profit corporations from establishing a political action committee, increase wildfire preparation and response, support grants for first responder training, limit retail utility rate increases, establish a U.S. Post Office in Mountain House, and prohibit the issuance of a permit for the Delta Conveyance Project.
Immigration record this session: Last year, Rep. Harder was one of 12 Democrats who broke with the party to vote for the Laken Riley Act — which helped kick off the Trump administration’s anti-immigrant agenda — and later for a resolution that affirmed free and open communication between local, state, and federal law enforcement and thanked ICE. He has also firmly condemned ICE and Border Patrol tactics, voted against unconditional funding for the Department of Homeland Security, and co-sponsored the bipartisan American Dream and Promise Act to provide a pathway to citizenship for Dreamers and Farm Workforce Modernization Act to grant legal status for certain undocumented farmworkers. Rep. Harder’s Democratic colleagues have sponsored more comprehensive legislation limiting the powers of ICE and providing protection for more undocumented immigrants.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: No.
Committee Leadership/Membership: Rep. Harder sits on the House Committee on Appropriations, which controls the federal budget.
Other background: Rep. Harder taught business at a local junior college before serving in Congress.
The Race
Primary election: There are five candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Josh Harder (D), Parminder Singh (R), John McBride (R), Khalid Jafri (R), and Martin Veprauskas (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Harder’s campaign has raised $3,123,922 and is not funded by fossil fuel or law-enforcement contributions.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 9th Congressional District went from D+ 11% to D+ 20%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 9th Congressional District includes parts of Contra Costa and San Joaquin Counties.
Voter registration: 45% Democrat, 25% Republican, and 22% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 31% Latino, 18% Asian, and 12% Black.
Recent election results: CD-09 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 11 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 12 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 710,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 43 of the seats in the California congressional delegation, Republicans hold eight, and one is vacant.
Re-elect Rep. Josh Harder to keep CD-9 on the right track for progress.
Governance: Rep. Josh Harder has served in Congress since 2019, when he defeated a Republican incumbent to flip the seat. He won his 2024 re-election against a Republican challenger by four points. This session, Rep. Harder has sponsored 37 bills, including legislation to prohibit for-profit corporations from establishing a political action committee, increase wildfire preparation and response, support grants for first responder training, limit retail utility rate increases, establish a U.S. Post Office in Mountain House, and prohibit the issuance of a permit for the Delta Conveyance Project.
Immigration record this session: Last year, Rep. Harder was one of 12 Democrats who broke with the party to vote for the Laken Riley Act — which helped kick off the Trump administration’s anti-immigrant agenda — and later for a resolution that affirmed free and open communication between local, state, and federal law enforcement and thanked ICE. He has also firmly condemned ICE and Border Patrol tactics, voted against unconditional funding for the Department of Homeland Security, and co-sponsored the bipartisan American Dream and Promise Act to provide a pathway to citizenship for Dreamers and Farm Workforce Modernization Act to grant legal status for certain undocumented farmworkers. Rep. Harder’s Democratic colleagues have sponsored more comprehensive legislation limiting the powers of ICE and providing protection for more undocumented immigrants.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: No.
Committee Leadership/Membership: Rep. Harder sits on the House Committee on Appropriations, which controls the federal budget.
Other background: Rep. Harder taught business at a local junior college before serving in Congress.
The Race
Primary election: There are five candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Josh Harder (D), Parminder Singh (R), John McBride (R), Khalid Jafri (R), and Martin Veprauskas (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Harder’s campaign has raised $3,123,922 and is not funded by fossil fuel or law-enforcement contributions.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 9th Congressional District went from D+ 11% to D+ 20%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 9th Congressional District includes parts of Contra Costa and San Joaquin Counties.
Voter registration: 45% Democrat, 25% Republican, and 22% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 31% Latino, 18% Asian, and 12% Black.
Recent election results: CD-09 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 11 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 12 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 710,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 43 of the seats in the California congressional delegation, Republicans hold eight, and one is vacant.
Re-elect Rep. Josh Harder to keep CD-9 on the right track for progress.
Governance: Rep. Josh Harder has served in Congress since 2019, when he defeated a Republican incumbent to flip the seat. He won his 2024 re-election against a Republican challenger by four points. This session, Rep. Harder has sponsored 37 bills, including legislation to prohibit for-profit corporations from establishing a political action committee, increase wildfire preparation and response, support grants for first responder training, limit retail utility rate increases, establish a U.S. Post Office in Mountain House, and prohibit the issuance of a permit for the Delta Conveyance Project.
Immigration record this session: Last year, Rep. Harder was one of 12 Democrats who broke with the party to vote for the Laken Riley Act — which helped kick off the Trump administration’s anti-immigrant agenda — and later for a resolution that affirmed free and open communication between local, state, and federal law enforcement and thanked ICE. He has also firmly condemned ICE and Border Patrol tactics, voted against unconditional funding for the Department of Homeland Security, and co-sponsored the bipartisan American Dream and Promise Act to provide a pathway to citizenship for Dreamers and Farm Workforce Modernization Act to grant legal status for certain undocumented farmworkers. Rep. Harder’s Democratic colleagues have sponsored more comprehensive legislation limiting the powers of ICE and providing protection for more undocumented immigrants.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: No.
Committee Leadership/Membership: Rep. Harder sits on the House Committee on Appropriations, which controls the federal budget.
Other background: Rep. Harder taught business at a local junior college before serving in Congress.
The Race
Primary election: There are five candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Josh Harder (D), Parminder Singh (R), John McBride (R), Khalid Jafri (R), and Martin Veprauskas (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Harder’s campaign has raised $3,123,922 and is not funded by fossil fuel or law-enforcement contributions.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 9th Congressional District went from D+ 11% to D+ 20%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 9th Congressional District includes parts of Contra Costa and San Joaquin Counties.
Voter registration: 45% Democrat, 25% Republican, and 22% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 31% Latino, 18% Asian, and 12% Black.
Recent election results: CD-09 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 11 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 12 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 710,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 43 of the seats in the California congressional delegation, Republicans hold eight, and one is vacant.
10th Congressional District
Re-elect Congressional Representative Mark DeSaulnier to keep CD-10 on the right track for progress.
Progressive endorsements: Rep. DeSaulnier has the endorsement of many groups, including Human Rights Campaign, Equality California, Planned Parenthood, the Progressive Turnout Project, Sierra Club, and the Voter Production Project, as well as labor unions like California Labor Federation, Contra Costa Labor Council, and United Farm Workers of America.
Priority bills: This year, Rep. DeSaulnier’s priorities for CD-10 have included 15 bills about gun safety, infrastructure, and education. All currently remain in committee. He has sponsored and passed legislation to protect student athletes who suffer concussions, increase protections for the public from faulty highway guardrails, and expand the John Muir National Historic Site.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: Yes.
Committee Leadership/Membership: Rep. DeSaulnier currently sits on three committees, including Education and Workforce, Transportation and Infrastructure, and Ethics, where he is the ranking member.
Governance and community leadership experience: Rep. DeSaulnier has served in this congressional seat since 2014, when he was elected with over 70% of the vote. In 2024, he won his re-election against a Republican challenger by 33 points.
The Race
Primary election: There are four candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Mark DeSaulnier (D), Katherine Piccinini (R), Mitchell Maisler (D), and Josh Hamilton (D). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. DeSaulnier’s campaign has raised $489,215 and is not funded by the police.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Katherine Piccinni’s campaign has raised $16,683.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Mitchell Maisler’s campaign has raised $10,048.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Josh Hamilton’s campaign has raised $6.451.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 10th Congressional District went from D+ 28% to D+ 26%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 10th Congressional District includes parts of Contra Costa and Alameda Counties.
Voter registration: 48% Democrat, 22% Republican, and 23% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 15% Latino, 18% Asian, and 5% Black.
Recent election results: CD-10 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 34 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 29 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Re-elect Congressional Representative Mark DeSaulnier to keep CD-10 on the right track for progress.
Progressive endorsements: Rep. DeSaulnier has the endorsement of many groups, including Human Rights Campaign, Equality California, Planned Parenthood, the Progressive Turnout Project, Sierra Club, and the Voter Production Project, as well as labor unions like California Labor Federation, Contra Costa Labor Council, and United Farm Workers of America.
Priority bills: This year, Rep. DeSaulnier’s priorities for CD-10 have included 15 bills about gun safety, infrastructure, and education. All currently remain in committee. He has sponsored and passed legislation to protect student athletes who suffer concussions, increase protections for the public from faulty highway guardrails, and expand the John Muir National Historic Site.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: Yes.
Committee Leadership/Membership: Rep. DeSaulnier currently sits on three committees, including Education and Workforce, Transportation and Infrastructure, and Ethics, where he is the ranking member.
Governance and community leadership experience: Rep. DeSaulnier has served in this congressional seat since 2014, when he was elected with over 70% of the vote. In 2024, he won his re-election against a Republican challenger by 33 points.
The Race
Primary election: There are four candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Mark DeSaulnier (D), Katherine Piccinini (R), Mitchell Maisler (D), and Josh Hamilton (D). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. DeSaulnier’s campaign has raised $489,215 and is not funded by the police.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Katherine Piccinni’s campaign has raised $16,683.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Mitchell Maisler’s campaign has raised $10,048.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Josh Hamilton’s campaign has raised $6.451.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 10th Congressional District went from D+ 28% to D+ 26%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 10th Congressional District includes parts of Contra Costa and Alameda Counties.
Voter registration: 48% Democrat, 22% Republican, and 23% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 15% Latino, 18% Asian, and 5% Black.
Recent election results: CD-10 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 34 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 29 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Re-elect Congressional Representative Mark DeSaulnier to keep CD-10 on the right track for progress.
Progressive endorsements: Rep. DeSaulnier has the endorsement of many groups, including Human Rights Campaign, Equality California, Planned Parenthood, the Progressive Turnout Project, Sierra Club, and the Voter Production Project, as well as labor unions like California Labor Federation, Contra Costa Labor Council, and United Farm Workers of America.
Priority bills: This year, Rep. DeSaulnier’s priorities for CD-10 have included 15 bills about gun safety, infrastructure, and education. All currently remain in committee. He has sponsored and passed legislation to protect student athletes who suffer concussions, increase protections for the public from faulty highway guardrails, and expand the John Muir National Historic Site.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: Yes.
Committee Leadership/Membership: Rep. DeSaulnier currently sits on three committees, including Education and Workforce, Transportation and Infrastructure, and Ethics, where he is the ranking member.
Governance and community leadership experience: Rep. DeSaulnier has served in this congressional seat since 2014, when he was elected with over 70% of the vote. In 2024, he won his re-election against a Republican challenger by 33 points.
The Race
Primary election: There are four candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Mark DeSaulnier (D), Katherine Piccinini (R), Mitchell Maisler (D), and Josh Hamilton (D). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. DeSaulnier’s campaign has raised $489,215 and is not funded by the police.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Katherine Piccinni’s campaign has raised $16,683.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Mitchell Maisler’s campaign has raised $10,048.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Josh Hamilton’s campaign has raised $6.451.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 10th Congressional District went from D+ 28% to D+ 26%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 10th Congressional District includes parts of Contra Costa and Alameda Counties.
Voter registration: 48% Democrat, 22% Republican, and 23% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 15% Latino, 18% Asian, and 5% Black.
Recent election results: CD-10 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 34 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 29 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
11th Congressional District
Elect Connie Chan or Scott Wiener to keep CD-11 on the right track for progress.
Connie Chan has been a San Francisco supervisor since 2021, when she was elected with over 50% of the vote in a seven-candidate field. She was re-elected in 2024 by four points in a five-candidate field. As supervisor, Chan championed a $400 million reserve fund to protect services at risk of federal cuts, additional aid to an immigration defense collaborative, a $30 million fund to combat anti-Asian hate, tenants’ rights and affordable housing, and workers’ rights and protections. She chairs the Board Budget Committee, and serves as a member of the San Francisco County Transportation Authority, the San Francisco Local Agency Formation Commission, and the Free City College Oversight Committee. Sup. Chan previously worked as a representative of Asm. Kevin Mullin, a legislative aide to Sup. Aaron Peskin and Sup. Sophie Maxwell, a public safety and communications aide and liaison to the AAPI community for DA Kamala Harris, and at the San Francisco Recreation and Parks Department and City College of San Francisco. She also volunteered as a Chinese interpreter for the SF Bar Association’s Volunteer Legal Outreach and worked as a community organizer for SF SAFE and the Community Youth Center.
Sup. Chan’s top issues include lowering the cost of living, affordable low- and middle-income housing; tenant protections; protecting immigrants; Medicare for All; fighting cuts to medical research; reproductive rights; protecting workers’ right to organize and unionize; fighting attacks on the LGBTQIA+ community; free access to community college and workforce development; the Green New Deal; publicly owned, community-controlled energy systems; and global security. Supervisor Chan has the endorsement of many groups, including California Working Families Party, CPA Action Fund, Harvey Milk LGBTQ Democratic Club, Small Business Forward, San Francisco Tenants Union, San Francisco Labor Council, Asian Pacific American Labor Alliance, California Teachers Association, and several other labor unions. She is also supported by many elected leaders, such as U.S. Senator Adam Schiff, Rep. Judy Chu, Supervisors Jackie Fielder, Shamann Walton, and Chyanne Chen, former Assemblymember Tom Ammiano, and former Supervisor Dean Preston.
Scott Wiener has been a state Senator since 2016, and won his 2024 re-election over a Republican challenger by 66 points. This session, he has authored 20 bills on housing, unmasking ICE agents operating in California, protecting scientific research, transgender rights, holding insurance companies accountable for wrongful denials, and lower insulin co-pays. He is a prolific state legislator — having authored over 100 bills that have been signed into law — with a reputation for authoring and passing bold legislation on LGBTQIA+ rights, net neutrality, climate change, public safety, mental health parity, corporate accountability, and health care, including single-payer. Some of his bills have been controversial among progressives, including the weakening of environmental protections to expedite housing development. Sen. Wiener scores a lifetime 96 out of 100 on Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting records. Based on our Courage Score analysis, he has supported most progressive bills that made it to a vote, and earned his fourth All-Star designation this year. Sen. Wiener previously served as San Francisco supervisor from 2011–2016.
Sen. Wiener’s top issues include abolishing ICE and holding them accountable, building affordable and mixed-income housing, protecting trans and all LGBTQIA+ people, protecting health care and science, supporting public transit systems, and promoting peace in Gaza while supporting Jewish and Palestinian communities. Sen. Wiener has the endorsement of many groups, including the California Democratic Party, Equality PAC, Grow SF, Housing Action Coalition, Westside Family Democratic Club, Alice B. Toklas Democratic Club, National Union of Healthcare Workers, United Auto Workers, and several other labor unions. He is also supported by many elected officials, like Rep. Sam Liccardo, Attorney General Rob Bonta, Legislative Progressive Caucus Chair Alex Lee, Asm. Catherine Stefani, San Francisco City Attorney David Chiu, San Francisco Board of Supervisors President Rafael Mandelman, San Francisco Board of Education President Phil Kim, and BART Director Victor Flores, and San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan. SEIU California pulled its endorsement of Sen. Wiener after he opposed Prop D, the Overpaid CEO Act.
The Race
Primary election: There are 11 candidates running in the June 2 primary, including Connie Chan (D), Scott Wiener (D), and Saikat Chakrabarti (D). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Chan’s campaign has raised $458,767 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Wiener campaign has raised $3,521,925 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions. His problematic donors include tech and finance executives and billionaires, who have funded conservative groups like Grow SF and Neighbors for a Better San Francisco.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Chakrabarti’s campaign has raised $5,180,894 and is largely self-funded, with his wealth earned as an early employee of Stripe. Chakrabarti has been criticized by local leaders and groups for not having worked in progressive organizing in San Francisco and having voted in San Francisco only once, despite having lived in the city for 17 years.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 11th Congressional District went from D+ 57% to D+ 56%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 11th Congressional District includes most of San Francisco County.
Voter registration: 64% Democrat, 7% Republican, and 24% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 12% Latino, 31% Asian, and 6% Black.
Recent election results: CD-11 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 68 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 72 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Elect Connie Chan or Scott Wiener to keep CD-11 on the right track for progress.
Connie Chan has been a San Francisco supervisor since 2021, when she was elected with over 50% of the vote in a seven-candidate field. She was re-elected in 2024 by four points in a five-candidate field. As supervisor, Chan championed a $400 million reserve fund to protect services at risk of federal cuts, additional aid to an immigration defense collaborative, a $30 million fund to combat anti-Asian hate, tenants’ rights and affordable housing, and workers’ rights and protections. She chairs the Board Budget Committee, and serves as a member of the San Francisco County Transportation Authority, the San Francisco Local Agency Formation Commission, and the Free City College Oversight Committee. Sup. Chan previously worked as a representative of Asm. Kevin Mullin, a legislative aide to Sup. Aaron Peskin and Sup. Sophie Maxwell, a public safety and communications aide and liaison to the AAPI community for DA Kamala Harris, and at the San Francisco Recreation and Parks Department and City College of San Francisco. She also volunteered as a Chinese interpreter for the SF Bar Association’s Volunteer Legal Outreach and worked as a community organizer for SF SAFE and the Community Youth Center.
Sup. Chan’s top issues include lowering the cost of living, affordable low- and middle-income housing; tenant protections; protecting immigrants; Medicare for All; fighting cuts to medical research; reproductive rights; protecting workers’ right to organize and unionize; fighting attacks on the LGBTQIA+ community; free access to community college and workforce development; the Green New Deal; publicly owned, community-controlled energy systems; and global security. Supervisor Chan has the endorsement of many groups, including California Working Families Party, CPA Action Fund, Harvey Milk LGBTQ Democratic Club, Small Business Forward, San Francisco Tenants Union, San Francisco Labor Council, Asian Pacific American Labor Alliance, California Teachers Association, and several other labor unions. She is also supported by many elected leaders, such as U.S. Senator Adam Schiff, Rep. Judy Chu, Supervisors Jackie Fielder, Shamann Walton, and Chyanne Chen, former Assemblymember Tom Ammiano, and former Supervisor Dean Preston.
Scott Wiener has been a state Senator since 2016, and won his 2024 re-election over a Republican challenger by 66 points. This session, he has authored 20 bills on housing, unmasking ICE agents operating in California, protecting scientific research, transgender rights, holding insurance companies accountable for wrongful denials, and lower insulin co-pays. He is a prolific state legislator — having authored over 100 bills that have been signed into law — with a reputation for authoring and passing bold legislation on LGBTQIA+ rights, net neutrality, climate change, public safety, mental health parity, corporate accountability, and health care, including single-payer. Some of his bills have been controversial among progressives, including the weakening of environmental protections to expedite housing development. Sen. Wiener scores a lifetime 96 out of 100 on Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting records. Based on our Courage Score analysis, he has supported most progressive bills that made it to a vote, and earned his fourth All-Star designation this year. Sen. Wiener previously served as San Francisco supervisor from 2011–2016.
Sen. Wiener’s top issues include abolishing ICE and holding them accountable, building affordable and mixed-income housing, protecting trans and all LGBTQIA+ people, protecting health care and science, supporting public transit systems, and promoting peace in Gaza while supporting Jewish and Palestinian communities. Sen. Wiener has the endorsement of many groups, including the California Democratic Party, Equality PAC, Grow SF, Housing Action Coalition, Westside Family Democratic Club, Alice B. Toklas Democratic Club, National Union of Healthcare Workers, United Auto Workers, and several other labor unions. He is also supported by many elected officials, like Rep. Sam Liccardo, Attorney General Rob Bonta, Legislative Progressive Caucus Chair Alex Lee, Asm. Catherine Stefani, San Francisco City Attorney David Chiu, San Francisco Board of Supervisors President Rafael Mandelman, San Francisco Board of Education President Phil Kim, and BART Director Victor Flores, and San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan. SEIU California pulled its endorsement of Sen. Wiener after he opposed Prop D, the Overpaid CEO Act.
The Race
Primary election: There are 11 candidates running in the June 2 primary, including Connie Chan (D), Scott Wiener (D), and Saikat Chakrabarti (D). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Chan’s campaign has raised $458,767 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Wiener campaign has raised $3,521,925 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions. His problematic donors include tech and finance executives and billionaires, who have funded conservative groups like Grow SF and Neighbors for a Better San Francisco.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Chakrabarti’s campaign has raised $5,180,894 and is largely self-funded, with his wealth earned as an early employee of Stripe. Chakrabarti has been criticized by local leaders and groups for not having worked in progressive organizing in San Francisco and having voted in San Francisco only once, despite having lived in the city for 17 years.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 11th Congressional District went from D+ 57% to D+ 56%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 11th Congressional District includes most of San Francisco County.
Voter registration: 64% Democrat, 7% Republican, and 24% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 12% Latino, 31% Asian, and 6% Black.
Recent election results: CD-11 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 68 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 72 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Elect Connie Chan or Scott Wiener to keep CD-11 on the right track for progress.
Connie Chan has been a San Francisco supervisor since 2021, when she was elected with over 50% of the vote in a seven-candidate field. She was re-elected in 2024 by four points in a five-candidate field. As supervisor, Chan championed a $400 million reserve fund to protect services at risk of federal cuts, additional aid to an immigration defense collaborative, a $30 million fund to combat anti-Asian hate, tenants’ rights and affordable housing, and workers’ rights and protections. She chairs the Board Budget Committee, and serves as a member of the San Francisco County Transportation Authority, the San Francisco Local Agency Formation Commission, and the Free City College Oversight Committee. Sup. Chan previously worked as a representative of Asm. Kevin Mullin, a legislative aide to Sup. Aaron Peskin and Sup. Sophie Maxwell, a public safety and communications aide and liaison to the AAPI community for DA Kamala Harris, and at the San Francisco Recreation and Parks Department and City College of San Francisco. She also volunteered as a Chinese interpreter for the SF Bar Association’s Volunteer Legal Outreach and worked as a community organizer for SF SAFE and the Community Youth Center.
Sup. Chan’s top issues include lowering the cost of living, affordable low- and middle-income housing; tenant protections; protecting immigrants; Medicare for All; fighting cuts to medical research; reproductive rights; protecting workers’ right to organize and unionize; fighting attacks on the LGBTQIA+ community; free access to community college and workforce development; the Green New Deal; publicly owned, community-controlled energy systems; and global security. Supervisor Chan has the endorsement of many groups, including California Working Families Party, CPA Action Fund, Harvey Milk LGBTQ Democratic Club, Small Business Forward, San Francisco Tenants Union, San Francisco Labor Council, Asian Pacific American Labor Alliance, California Teachers Association, and several other labor unions. She is also supported by many elected leaders, such as U.S. Senator Adam Schiff, Rep. Judy Chu, Supervisors Jackie Fielder, Shamann Walton, and Chyanne Chen, former Assemblymember Tom Ammiano, and former Supervisor Dean Preston.
Scott Wiener has been a state Senator since 2016, and won his 2024 re-election over a Republican challenger by 66 points. This session, he has authored 20 bills on housing, unmasking ICE agents operating in California, protecting scientific research, transgender rights, holding insurance companies accountable for wrongful denials, and lower insulin co-pays. He is a prolific state legislator — having authored over 100 bills that have been signed into law — with a reputation for authoring and passing bold legislation on LGBTQIA+ rights, net neutrality, climate change, public safety, mental health parity, corporate accountability, and health care, including single-payer. Some of his bills have been controversial among progressives, including the weakening of environmental protections to expedite housing development. Sen. Wiener scores a lifetime 96 out of 100 on Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting records. Based on our Courage Score analysis, he has supported most progressive bills that made it to a vote, and earned his fourth All-Star designation this year. Sen. Wiener previously served as San Francisco supervisor from 2011–2016.
Sen. Wiener’s top issues include abolishing ICE and holding them accountable, building affordable and mixed-income housing, protecting trans and all LGBTQIA+ people, protecting health care and science, supporting public transit systems, and promoting peace in Gaza while supporting Jewish and Palestinian communities. Sen. Wiener has the endorsement of many groups, including the California Democratic Party, Equality PAC, Grow SF, Housing Action Coalition, Westside Family Democratic Club, Alice B. Toklas Democratic Club, National Union of Healthcare Workers, United Auto Workers, and several other labor unions. He is also supported by many elected officials, like Rep. Sam Liccardo, Attorney General Rob Bonta, Legislative Progressive Caucus Chair Alex Lee, Asm. Catherine Stefani, San Francisco City Attorney David Chiu, San Francisco Board of Supervisors President Rafael Mandelman, San Francisco Board of Education President Phil Kim, and BART Director Victor Flores, and San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan. SEIU California pulled its endorsement of Sen. Wiener after he opposed Prop D, the Overpaid CEO Act.
The Race
Primary election: There are 11 candidates running in the June 2 primary, including Connie Chan (D), Scott Wiener (D), and Saikat Chakrabarti (D). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Chan’s campaign has raised $458,767 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Wiener campaign has raised $3,521,925 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions. His problematic donors include tech and finance executives and billionaires, who have funded conservative groups like Grow SF and Neighbors for a Better San Francisco.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Chakrabarti’s campaign has raised $5,180,894 and is largely self-funded, with his wealth earned as an early employee of Stripe. Chakrabarti has been criticized by local leaders and groups for not having worked in progressive organizing in San Francisco and having voted in San Francisco only once, despite having lived in the city for 17 years.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 11th Congressional District went from D+ 57% to D+ 56%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 11th Congressional District includes most of San Francisco County.
Voter registration: 64% Democrat, 7% Republican, and 24% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 12% Latino, 31% Asian, and 6% Black.
Recent election results: CD-11 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 68 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 72 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Elect Connie Chan or Scott Wiener to keep CD-11 on the right track for progress.
Connie Chan has been a San Francisco supervisor since 2021, when she was elected with over 50% of the vote in a seven-candidate field. She was re-elected in 2024 by four points in a five-candidate field. As supervisor, Chan championed a $400 million reserve fund to protect services at risk of federal cuts, additional aid to an immigration defense collaborative, a $30 million fund to combat anti-Asian hate, tenants’ rights and affordable housing, and workers’ rights and protections. She chairs the Board Budget Committee, and serves as a member of the San Francisco County Transportation Authority, the San Francisco Local Agency Formation Commission, and the Free City College Oversight Committee. Sup. Chan previously worked as a representative of Asm. Kevin Mullin, a legislative aide to Sup. Aaron Peskin and Sup. Sophie Maxwell, a public safety and communications aide and liaison to the AAPI community for DA Kamala Harris, and at the San Francisco Recreation and Parks Department and City College of San Francisco. She also volunteered as a Chinese interpreter for the SF Bar Association’s Volunteer Legal Outreach and worked as a community organizer for SF SAFE and the Community Youth Center.
Sup. Chan’s top issues include lowering the cost of living, affordable low- and middle-income housing; tenant protections; protecting immigrants; Medicare for All; fighting cuts to medical research; reproductive rights; protecting workers’ right to organize and unionize; fighting attacks on the LGBTQIA+ community; free access to community college and workforce development; the Green New Deal; publicly owned, community-controlled energy systems; and global security. Supervisor Chan has the endorsement of many groups, including California Working Families Party, CPA Action Fund, Harvey Milk LGBTQ Democratic Club, Small Business Forward, San Francisco Tenants Union, San Francisco Labor Council, Asian Pacific American Labor Alliance, California Teachers Association, and several other labor unions. She is also supported by many elected leaders, such as U.S. Senator Adam Schiff, Rep. Judy Chu, Supervisors Jackie Fielder, Shamann Walton, and Chyanne Chen, former Assemblymember Tom Ammiano, and former Supervisor Dean Preston.
Scott Wiener has been a state Senator since 2016, and won his 2024 re-election over a Republican challenger by 66 points. This session, he has authored 20 bills on housing, unmasking ICE agents operating in California, protecting scientific research, transgender rights, holding insurance companies accountable for wrongful denials, and lower insulin co-pays. He is a prolific state legislator — having authored over 100 bills that have been signed into law — with a reputation for authoring and passing bold legislation on LGBTQIA+ rights, net neutrality, climate change, public safety, mental health parity, corporate accountability, and health care, including single-payer. Some of his bills have been controversial among progressives, including the weakening of environmental protections to expedite housing development. Sen. Wiener scores a lifetime 96 out of 100 on Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting records. Based on our Courage Score analysis, he has supported most progressive bills that made it to a vote, and earned his fourth All-Star designation this year. Sen. Wiener previously served as San Francisco supervisor from 2011–2016.
Sen. Wiener’s top issues include abolishing ICE and holding them accountable, building affordable and mixed-income housing, protecting trans and all LGBTQIA+ people, protecting health care and science, supporting public transit systems, and promoting peace in Gaza while supporting Jewish and Palestinian communities. Sen. Wiener has the endorsement of many groups, including the California Democratic Party, Equality PAC, Grow SF, Housing Action Coalition, Westside Family Democratic Club, Alice B. Toklas Democratic Club, National Union of Healthcare Workers, United Auto Workers, and several other labor unions. He is also supported by many elected officials, like Rep. Sam Liccardo, Attorney General Rob Bonta, Legislative Progressive Caucus Chair Alex Lee, Asm. Catherine Stefani, San Francisco City Attorney David Chiu, San Francisco Board of Supervisors President Rafael Mandelman, San Francisco Board of Education President Phil Kim, and BART Director Victor Flores, and San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan. SEIU California pulled its endorsement of Sen. Wiener after he opposed Prop D, the Overpaid CEO Act.
The Race
Primary election: There are 11 candidates running in the June 2 primary, including Connie Chan (D), Scott Wiener (D), and Saikat Chakrabarti (D). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Chan’s campaign has raised $458,767 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Wiener campaign has raised $3,521,925 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions. His problematic donors include tech and finance executives and billionaires, who have funded conservative groups like Grow SF and Neighbors for a Better San Francisco.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Chakrabarti’s campaign has raised $5,180,894 and is largely self-funded, with his wealth earned as an early employee of Stripe. Chakrabarti has been criticized by local leaders and groups for not having worked in progressive organizing in San Francisco and having voted in San Francisco only once, despite having lived in the city for 17 years.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 11th Congressional District went from D+ 57% to D+ 56%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 11th Congressional District includes most of San Francisco County.
Voter registration: 64% Democrat, 7% Republican, and 24% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 12% Latino, 31% Asian, and 6% Black.
Recent election results: CD-11 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 68 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 72 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Elect Connie Chan or Scott Wiener to keep CD-11 on the right track for progress.
Connie Chan has been a San Francisco supervisor since 2021, when she was elected with over 50% of the vote in a seven-candidate field. She was re-elected in 2024 by four points in a five-candidate field. As supervisor, Chan championed a $400 million reserve fund to protect services at risk of federal cuts, additional aid to an immigration defense collaborative, a $30 million fund to combat anti-Asian hate, tenants’ rights and affordable housing, and workers’ rights and protections. She chairs the Board Budget Committee, and serves as a member of the San Francisco County Transportation Authority, the San Francisco Local Agency Formation Commission, and the Free City College Oversight Committee. Sup. Chan previously worked as a representative of Asm. Kevin Mullin, a legislative aide to Sup. Aaron Peskin and Sup. Sophie Maxwell, a public safety and communications aide and liaison to the AAPI community for DA Kamala Harris, and at the San Francisco Recreation and Parks Department and City College of San Francisco. She also volunteered as a Chinese interpreter for the SF Bar Association’s Volunteer Legal Outreach and worked as a community organizer for SF SAFE and the Community Youth Center.
Sup. Chan’s top issues include lowering the cost of living, affordable low- and middle-income housing; tenant protections; protecting immigrants; Medicare for All; fighting cuts to medical research; reproductive rights; protecting workers’ right to organize and unionize; fighting attacks on the LGBTQIA+ community; free access to community college and workforce development; the Green New Deal; publicly owned, community-controlled energy systems; and global security. Supervisor Chan has the endorsement of many groups, including California Working Families Party, CPA Action Fund, Harvey Milk LGBTQ Democratic Club, Small Business Forward, San Francisco Tenants Union, San Francisco Labor Council, Asian Pacific American Labor Alliance, California Teachers Association, and several other labor unions. She is also supported by many elected leaders, such as U.S. Senator Adam Schiff, Rep. Judy Chu, Supervisors Jackie Fielder, Shamann Walton, and Chyanne Chen, former Assemblymember Tom Ammiano, and former Supervisor Dean Preston.
Scott Wiener has been a state Senator since 2016, and won his 2024 re-election over a Republican challenger by 66 points. This session, he has authored 20 bills on housing, unmasking ICE agents operating in California, protecting scientific research, transgender rights, holding insurance companies accountable for wrongful denials, and lower insulin co-pays. He is a prolific state legislator — having authored over 100 bills that have been signed into law — with a reputation for authoring and passing bold legislation on LGBTQIA+ rights, net neutrality, climate change, public safety, mental health parity, corporate accountability, and health care, including single-payer. Some of his bills have been controversial among progressives, including the weakening of environmental protections to expedite housing development. Sen. Wiener scores a lifetime 96 out of 100 on Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting records. Based on our Courage Score analysis, he has supported most progressive bills that made it to a vote, and earned his fourth All-Star designation this year. Sen. Wiener previously served as San Francisco supervisor from 2011–2016.
Sen. Wiener’s top issues include abolishing ICE and holding them accountable, building affordable and mixed-income housing, protecting trans and all LGBTQIA+ people, protecting health care and science, supporting public transit systems, and promoting peace in Gaza while supporting Jewish and Palestinian communities. Sen. Wiener has the endorsement of many groups, including the California Democratic Party, Equality PAC, Grow SF, Housing Action Coalition, Westside Family Democratic Club, Alice B. Toklas Democratic Club, National Union of Healthcare Workers, United Auto Workers, and several other labor unions. He is also supported by many elected officials, like Rep. Sam Liccardo, Attorney General Rob Bonta, Legislative Progressive Caucus Chair Alex Lee, Asm. Catherine Stefani, San Francisco City Attorney David Chiu, San Francisco Board of Supervisors President Rafael Mandelman, San Francisco Board of Education President Phil Kim, and BART Director Victor Flores, and San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan. SEIU California pulled its endorsement of Sen. Wiener after he opposed Prop D, the Overpaid CEO Act.
The Race
Primary election: There are 11 candidates running in the June 2 primary, including Connie Chan (D), Scott Wiener (D), and Saikat Chakrabarti (D). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Chan’s campaign has raised $458,767 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Wiener campaign has raised $3,521,925 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions. His problematic donors include tech and finance executives and billionaires, who have funded conservative groups like Grow SF and Neighbors for a Better San Francisco.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Chakrabarti’s campaign has raised $5,180,894 and is largely self-funded, with his wealth earned as an early employee of Stripe. Chakrabarti has been criticized by local leaders and groups for not having worked in progressive organizing in San Francisco and having voted in San Francisco only once, despite having lived in the city for 17 years.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 11th Congressional District went from D+ 57% to D+ 56%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 11th Congressional District includes most of San Francisco County.
Voter registration: 64% Democrat, 7% Republican, and 24% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 12% Latino, 31% Asian, and 6% Black.
Recent election results: CD-11 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 68 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 72 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Elect Connie Chan or Scott Wiener to keep CD-11 on the right track for progress.
Connie Chan has been a San Francisco supervisor since 2021, when she was elected with over 50% of the vote in a seven-candidate field. She was re-elected in 2024 by four points in a five-candidate field. As supervisor, Chan championed a $400 million reserve fund to protect services at risk of federal cuts, additional aid to an immigration defense collaborative, a $30 million fund to combat anti-Asian hate, tenants’ rights and affordable housing, and workers’ rights and protections. She chairs the Board Budget Committee, and serves as a member of the San Francisco County Transportation Authority, the San Francisco Local Agency Formation Commission, and the Free City College Oversight Committee. Sup. Chan previously worked as a representative of Asm. Kevin Mullin, a legislative aide to Sup. Aaron Peskin and Sup. Sophie Maxwell, a public safety and communications aide and liaison to the AAPI community for DA Kamala Harris, and at the San Francisco Recreation and Parks Department and City College of San Francisco. She also volunteered as a Chinese interpreter for the SF Bar Association’s Volunteer Legal Outreach and worked as a community organizer for SF SAFE and the Community Youth Center.
Sup. Chan’s top issues include lowering the cost of living, affordable low- and middle-income housing; tenant protections; protecting immigrants; Medicare for All; fighting cuts to medical research; reproductive rights; protecting workers’ right to organize and unionize; fighting attacks on the LGBTQIA+ community; free access to community college and workforce development; the Green New Deal; publicly owned, community-controlled energy systems; and global security. Supervisor Chan has the endorsement of many groups, including California Working Families Party, CPA Action Fund, Harvey Milk LGBTQ Democratic Club, Small Business Forward, San Francisco Tenants Union, San Francisco Labor Council, Asian Pacific American Labor Alliance, California Teachers Association, and several other labor unions. She is also supported by many elected leaders, such as U.S. Senator Adam Schiff, Rep. Judy Chu, Supervisors Jackie Fielder, Shamann Walton, and Chyanne Chen, former Assemblymember Tom Ammiano, and former Supervisor Dean Preston.
Scott Wiener has been a state Senator since 2016, and won his 2024 re-election over a Republican challenger by 66 points. This session, he has authored 20 bills on housing, unmasking ICE agents operating in California, protecting scientific research, transgender rights, holding insurance companies accountable for wrongful denials, and lower insulin co-pays. He is a prolific state legislator — having authored over 100 bills that have been signed into law — with a reputation for authoring and passing bold legislation on LGBTQIA+ rights, net neutrality, climate change, public safety, mental health parity, corporate accountability, and health care, including single-payer. Some of his bills have been controversial among progressives, including the weakening of environmental protections to expedite housing development. Sen. Wiener scores a lifetime 96 out of 100 on Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting records. Based on our Courage Score analysis, he has supported most progressive bills that made it to a vote, and earned his fourth All-Star designation this year. Sen. Wiener previously served as San Francisco supervisor from 2011–2016.
Sen. Wiener’s top issues include abolishing ICE and holding them accountable, building affordable and mixed-income housing, protecting trans and all LGBTQIA+ people, protecting health care and science, supporting public transit systems, and promoting peace in Gaza while supporting Jewish and Palestinian communities. Sen. Wiener has the endorsement of many groups, including the California Democratic Party, Equality PAC, Grow SF, Housing Action Coalition, Westside Family Democratic Club, Alice B. Toklas Democratic Club, National Union of Healthcare Workers, United Auto Workers, and several other labor unions. He is also supported by many elected officials, like Rep. Sam Liccardo, Attorney General Rob Bonta, Legislative Progressive Caucus Chair Alex Lee, Asm. Catherine Stefani, San Francisco City Attorney David Chiu, San Francisco Board of Supervisors President Rafael Mandelman, San Francisco Board of Education President Phil Kim, and BART Director Victor Flores, and San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan. SEIU California pulled its endorsement of Sen. Wiener after he opposed Prop D, the Overpaid CEO Act.
The Race
Primary election: There are 11 candidates running in the June 2 primary, including Connie Chan (D), Scott Wiener (D), and Saikat Chakrabarti (D). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Chan’s campaign has raised $458,767 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Wiener campaign has raised $3,521,925 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions. His problematic donors include tech and finance executives and billionaires, who have funded conservative groups like Grow SF and Neighbors for a Better San Francisco.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Chakrabarti’s campaign has raised $5,180,894 and is largely self-funded, with his wealth earned as an early employee of Stripe. Chakrabarti has been criticized by local leaders and groups for not having worked in progressive organizing in San Francisco and having voted in San Francisco only once, despite having lived in the city for 17 years.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 11th Congressional District went from D+ 57% to D+ 56%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 11th Congressional District includes most of San Francisco County.
Voter registration: 64% Democrat, 7% Republican, and 24% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 12% Latino, 31% Asian, and 6% Black.
Recent election results: CD-11 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 68 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 72 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
12th Congressional District
Re-elect Congressional Representative Lateefah Simon to keep CD-12 on the right track for progress.
Priority bills: This year, Rep. Simon’s priorities for CD-12 have included five bills about increasing safety and accessibility on public transit and protecting disabled individuals from discrimination in jury selection. All currently remain in committee.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: Yes, Rep. Simon serves as one of the vice chairs of the Caucus.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Simon currently sits on two committees, including Oversight and Government Reform, and Small Business.
Governance and community leadership experience: Rep. Simon has served in this congressional seat since 2025, when she was elected with over 65% of the vote.
The Race
Primary election: There are two candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Lateefah Simon (D) and Jamie Joyce (D). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Simon’s campaign has raised $1,153,559 and is not funded by the fossil fuel industry or the police.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Joyce’s campaign has not filed any campaign-fundraising receipts with the FEC as of March 2026.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 12th Congressional District went from D+ 62% to D+ 61%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 12th Congressional District includes parts of Alameda County.
Voter registration: 67% Democrat, 6% Republican, and 22% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 16% Latino, 20% Asian, and 17% Black.
Recent election results: CD-12 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 74 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 80 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Re-elect Congressional Representative Lateefah Simon to keep CD-12 on the right track for progress.
Priority bills: This year, Rep. Simon’s priorities for CD-12 have included five bills about increasing safety and accessibility on public transit and protecting disabled individuals from discrimination in jury selection. All currently remain in committee.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: Yes, Rep. Simon serves as one of the vice chairs of the Caucus.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Simon currently sits on two committees, including Oversight and Government Reform, and Small Business.
Governance and community leadership experience: Rep. Simon has served in this congressional seat since 2025, when she was elected with over 65% of the vote.
The Race
Primary election: There are two candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Lateefah Simon (D) and Jamie Joyce (D). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Simon’s campaign has raised $1,153,559 and is not funded by the fossil fuel industry or the police.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Joyce’s campaign has not filed any campaign-fundraising receipts with the FEC as of March 2026.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 12th Congressional District went from D+ 62% to D+ 61%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 12th Congressional District includes parts of Alameda County.
Voter registration: 67% Democrat, 6% Republican, and 22% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 16% Latino, 20% Asian, and 17% Black.
Recent election results: CD-12 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 74 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 80 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Re-elect Congressional Representative Lateefah Simon to keep CD-12 on the right track for progress.
Priority bills: This year, Rep. Simon’s priorities for CD-12 have included five bills about increasing safety and accessibility on public transit and protecting disabled individuals from discrimination in jury selection. All currently remain in committee.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: Yes, Rep. Simon serves as one of the vice chairs of the Caucus.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Simon currently sits on two committees, including Oversight and Government Reform, and Small Business.
Governance and community leadership experience: Rep. Simon has served in this congressional seat since 2025, when she was elected with over 65% of the vote.
The Race
Primary election: There are two candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Lateefah Simon (D) and Jamie Joyce (D). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Simon’s campaign has raised $1,153,559 and is not funded by the fossil fuel industry or the police.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Joyce’s campaign has not filed any campaign-fundraising receipts with the FEC as of March 2026.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 12th Congressional District went from D+ 62% to D+ 61%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 12th Congressional District includes parts of Alameda County.
Voter registration: 67% Democrat, 6% Republican, and 22% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 16% Latino, 20% Asian, and 17% Black.
Recent election results: CD-12 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 74 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 80 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
13th Congressional District
Re-elect Rep. Adam Gray to keep CD-13 on the right track for progress and take back the Democratic House majority in 2026.
Top issues: Lowering costs for Valley families, strengthening the region’s water supply, supporting agriculture, and expanding access to health care.
Governance: Rep. Adam Gray has served in this seat since 2024, when he was elected with 187 more votes than the Republican incumbent, the closest congressional race that cycle. He has introduced key bills opposing the harmful impacts of Republican cuts and attacks, including the Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act of 2025 to restore Medicaid funding and extend the Affordable Care Act premium tax credits, the Stop Raising Prices on Food Act to revoke Trump’s unilateral authority to impose tariffs, and the American Dream and Promise Act to provide a pathway to citizenship for Dreamers. He has also authored bills focused on veterans and Central Valley water and agriculture. Rep. Gray previously served in the State Assembly as one of the most conservative Democrats.
Immigration record: Early in his tenure in Congress, Rep. Gray was one of 12 Democrats who broke with the party to vote for the Laken Riley Act — which helped kick off the Trump administration’s anti-immigrant agenda — and later for resolutions that affirmed free and open communication between local, state, and federal law enforcement, thanked ICE, and condemned the Los Angeles community uprisings against the illegal National Guard deployment. He has also firmly condemned ICE and Border Patrol tactics, voted against unconditional funding for the Department of Homeland Security, and co-sponsored bipartisan bills supporting some undocumented immigrants, including the American Dream and Promise Act and Farm Workforce Modernization Act. Rep. Gray’s Democratic colleagues have sponsored more comprehensive legislation limiting the powers of ICE and providing protection for more undocumented immigrants.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: No.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Gray serves on the House Agriculture and Natural Resources Committees and as whip of the conservative Democratic Blue Dog Coalition.
The Race
Primary election: There are four candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Adam Gray (D), Daniel Rodriguez (D), Kevin Lincoln (R), and Vin Kruttiventi (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3. This is a priority Democratic seat to protect to win a Democratic House majority.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Gray’s campaign has raised $3,283,978 and is not funded by law enforcement or real estate contributions. His problematic donors include PG&E, Edison International, Chevron, and Phillips 66.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Rodriguez’s campaign has not filed any campaign-finance information as of May 2026.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Lincoln’s campaign has raised $1,264,735 and is significantly funded by Republican campaigns and contributions made through a Republican fundraising platform that does not disclose its donors.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Kruttiventi’s campaign has raised $876,118 and is significantly self-funded.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 13th Congressional District went from D+ 11% to D+ 14%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 13th Congressional District includes parts of Fresno, Madera, Merced, San Joaquin, and Stanislaus Counties.
Voter registration: 42% Democrat, 28% Republican, and 23% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 54% Latino, 8% Asian, and 4% Black. This district is considered to be one of the strong Latino seats in the California congressional delegation.
Recent election results: CD-13 voted for Democrat Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by one point and Republican Brian Dahle for governor in 2022 by one point.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Re-elect Rep. Adam Gray to keep CD-13 on the right track for progress and take back the Democratic House majority in 2026.
Top issues: Lowering costs for Valley families, strengthening the region’s water supply, supporting agriculture, and expanding access to health care.
Governance: Rep. Adam Gray has served in this seat since 2024, when he was elected with 187 more votes than the Republican incumbent, the closest congressional race that cycle. He has introduced key bills opposing the harmful impacts of Republican cuts and attacks, including the Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act of 2025 to restore Medicaid funding and extend the Affordable Care Act premium tax credits, the Stop Raising Prices on Food Act to revoke Trump’s unilateral authority to impose tariffs, and the American Dream and Promise Act to provide a pathway to citizenship for Dreamers. He has also authored bills focused on veterans and Central Valley water and agriculture. Rep. Gray previously served in the State Assembly as one of the most conservative Democrats.
Immigration record: Early in his tenure in Congress, Rep. Gray was one of 12 Democrats who broke with the party to vote for the Laken Riley Act — which helped kick off the Trump administration’s anti-immigrant agenda — and later for resolutions that affirmed free and open communication between local, state, and federal law enforcement, thanked ICE, and condemned the Los Angeles community uprisings against the illegal National Guard deployment. He has also firmly condemned ICE and Border Patrol tactics, voted against unconditional funding for the Department of Homeland Security, and co-sponsored bipartisan bills supporting some undocumented immigrants, including the American Dream and Promise Act and Farm Workforce Modernization Act. Rep. Gray’s Democratic colleagues have sponsored more comprehensive legislation limiting the powers of ICE and providing protection for more undocumented immigrants.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: No.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Gray serves on the House Agriculture and Natural Resources Committees and as whip of the conservative Democratic Blue Dog Coalition.
The Race
Primary election: There are four candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Adam Gray (D), Daniel Rodriguez (D), Kevin Lincoln (R), and Vin Kruttiventi (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3. This is a priority Democratic seat to protect to win a Democratic House majority.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Gray’s campaign has raised $3,283,978 and is not funded by law enforcement or real estate contributions. His problematic donors include PG&E, Edison International, Chevron, and Phillips 66.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Rodriguez’s campaign has not filed any campaign-finance information as of May 2026.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Lincoln’s campaign has raised $1,264,735 and is significantly funded by Republican campaigns and contributions made through a Republican fundraising platform that does not disclose its donors.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Kruttiventi’s campaign has raised $876,118 and is significantly self-funded.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 13th Congressional District went from D+ 11% to D+ 14%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 13th Congressional District includes parts of Fresno, Madera, Merced, San Joaquin, and Stanislaus Counties.
Voter registration: 42% Democrat, 28% Republican, and 23% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 54% Latino, 8% Asian, and 4% Black. This district is considered to be one of the strong Latino seats in the California congressional delegation.
Recent election results: CD-13 voted for Democrat Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by one point and Republican Brian Dahle for governor in 2022 by one point.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Re-elect Rep. Adam Gray to keep CD-13 on the right track for progress and take back the Democratic House majority in 2026.
Top issues: Lowering costs for Valley families, strengthening the region’s water supply, supporting agriculture, and expanding access to health care.
Governance: Rep. Adam Gray has served in this seat since 2024, when he was elected with 187 more votes than the Republican incumbent, the closest congressional race that cycle. He has introduced key bills opposing the harmful impacts of Republican cuts and attacks, including the Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act of 2025 to restore Medicaid funding and extend the Affordable Care Act premium tax credits, the Stop Raising Prices on Food Act to revoke Trump’s unilateral authority to impose tariffs, and the American Dream and Promise Act to provide a pathway to citizenship for Dreamers. He has also authored bills focused on veterans and Central Valley water and agriculture. Rep. Gray previously served in the State Assembly as one of the most conservative Democrats.
Immigration record: Early in his tenure in Congress, Rep. Gray was one of 12 Democrats who broke with the party to vote for the Laken Riley Act — which helped kick off the Trump administration’s anti-immigrant agenda — and later for resolutions that affirmed free and open communication between local, state, and federal law enforcement, thanked ICE, and condemned the Los Angeles community uprisings against the illegal National Guard deployment. He has also firmly condemned ICE and Border Patrol tactics, voted against unconditional funding for the Department of Homeland Security, and co-sponsored bipartisan bills supporting some undocumented immigrants, including the American Dream and Promise Act and Farm Workforce Modernization Act. Rep. Gray’s Democratic colleagues have sponsored more comprehensive legislation limiting the powers of ICE and providing protection for more undocumented immigrants.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: No.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Gray serves on the House Agriculture and Natural Resources Committees and as whip of the conservative Democratic Blue Dog Coalition.
The Race
Primary election: There are four candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Adam Gray (D), Daniel Rodriguez (D), Kevin Lincoln (R), and Vin Kruttiventi (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3. This is a priority Democratic seat to protect to win a Democratic House majority.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Gray’s campaign has raised $3,283,978 and is not funded by law enforcement or real estate contributions. His problematic donors include PG&E, Edison International, Chevron, and Phillips 66.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Rodriguez’s campaign has not filed any campaign-finance information as of May 2026.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Lincoln’s campaign has raised $1,264,735 and is significantly funded by Republican campaigns and contributions made through a Republican fundraising platform that does not disclose its donors.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Kruttiventi’s campaign has raised $876,118 and is significantly self-funded.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 13th Congressional District went from D+ 11% to D+ 14%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 13th Congressional District includes parts of Fresno, Madera, Merced, San Joaquin, and Stanislaus Counties.
Voter registration: 42% Democrat, 28% Republican, and 23% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 54% Latino, 8% Asian, and 4% Black. This district is considered to be one of the strong Latino seats in the California congressional delegation.
Recent election results: CD-13 voted for Democrat Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by one point and Republican Brian Dahle for governor in 2022 by one point.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
14th Congressional District
Courage California endorses Dr. Aisha Wahab for Congress to keep CD-14 on the right track for progress.
Progressive endorsements: Dr. Aisha Wahab has the endorsement of many groups, including Courage California, California Working Families Party, Congressional Progressive Caucus, Equality California, Alameda Labor Council, and many other labor groups. She has also received endorsements from problematic stakeholders, including California Chiefs of Police Association, and California Correctional Peace Officers Association.
Electoral history: Dr. Wahab was elected to the state Senate in 2022 after earning over 53% of the vote. She previously won her 2018 bid for the at-large Hayward City Council seat with 27% of the vote. Wahab ran for the CD-15 seat in 2020 but withdrew her candidacy before the election, when Rep. Swalwell ended his presidential campaign and ran for re-election.
Top issues: Homelessness and housing, affordability, and workforce development.
Governance and community leadership experience: Dr. Wahab currently serves as the state senator for SD-10. During her time in the state legislature, she has authored bills to cap the cost of insulin, prohibit federal law enforcement from wearing masks when operating in the state, and increase legal protections for survivors of sexual assault. In her campaign and her work, she has highlighted the experience of working people, and supported policies that would improve the cost of living, expand homeownership, increase career training opportunities, and protect access to health care and public education. She scores a 100 out of 100 on Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting records. Based on our Courage Score analysis, Dr. Wahab has supported most progressive bills that made it to a vote, and has earned the Courage All-Star designation.
Prior to her election to public office, Dr. Wahab was an organizer and advocate whose work was inspired by her own experiences with foster care, adoption, and unstable housing in the Bay Area community. During her career, she has served and held leadership roles on the Alameda County Human Relations Commission, Afghan Coalition, Abode Services, and Tri-City Volunteers. She was also the Alameda County Public Health Commissioner, and joined a White House Roundtable of Afghan-American leaders during the Obama administration.
Other background: Wahab is from Fremont and has lived in Hayward for most of her adult life. She is the first Afghan-American woman to be elected to public office in the United States.
The Race
Primary and special elections: Rep. Eric Swalwell, who has served in Congress since 2012, resigned from the CD-14 seat following sexual assault accusations that also ended his gubernatorial campaign. Gov. Gavin Newsom called a special election for the remainder of the current term, with a primary vote on June 16 and a runoff on August 18.Nine candidates are running for the next term in the June 2 primary: Dr. Aisha Wahab (D), Rakhi Israni (D), Melissa Hernandez (D), Matt Ortega (D), Carin Elam (D), Victor Aguilar (D), Wendy Huang (R), Dena Maldonado (R), and Suzanne Chenault (NPP). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.
Courage California endorses a vote for Dr. Aisha Wahab in each of these four upcoming elections.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Dr. Aisha Wahab’s campaign does not currently have fundraising information available through the FEC.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rakhi Israni’s campaign does not currently have fundraising information available through the FEC. Notably, Israni has made significant donations to far-right Republicans in the past, including anti-abortion candidates, Laura Loomer, and the head of Christians United for Israel.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Melissa Hernandez’s campaign does not currently have fundraising information available through the FEC.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Matt Orgeta’s campaign has raised $13,500 as of April 2026, and is not funded by police, fossil fuel, real estate, or corporate PAC interests.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Carin Elam’s campaign has raised $4,400 as of April 2026, and is not funded by police, fossil fuel, real estate, or corporate PAC interests.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Victor Aguilar’s campaign does not currently have fundraising information available through the FEC.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Wendy Huang’s campaign does not currently have fundraising information available through the FEC.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Dena Maldonado’s campaign does not currently have fundraising information available through the FEC.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Suzanne Chenault’s campaign does not currently have fundraising information available through the FEC.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 14th congressional district went from D+ 32% to D+ 35%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 14th congressional district includes parts of Alameda County.
Voter registration: 54% Democrat, 18% Republican, and 28% No Party Preference. Democrats typically hold this district.
District demographics: 20% Latino, 36% Asian, and 6% Black.
Recent election results: CD-14 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2020 by 35 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 34 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant, and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and an August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant, and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Courage California endorses Dr. Aisha Wahab for Congress to keep CD-14 on the right track for progress.
Progressive endorsements: Dr. Aisha Wahab has the endorsement of many groups, including Courage California, California Working Families Party, Congressional Progressive Caucus, Equality California, Alameda Labor Council, and many other labor groups. She has also received endorsements from problematic stakeholders, including California Chiefs of Police Association, and California Correctional Peace Officers Association.
Electoral history: Dr. Wahab was elected to the state Senate in 2022 after earning over 53% of the vote. She previously won her 2018 bid for the at-large Hayward City Council seat with 27% of the vote. Wahab ran for the CD-15 seat in 2020 but withdrew her candidacy before the election, when Rep. Swalwell ended his presidential campaign and ran for re-election.
Top issues: Homelessness and housing, affordability, and workforce development.
Governance and community leadership experience: Dr. Wahab currently serves as the state senator for SD-10. During her time in the state legislature, she has authored bills to cap the cost of insulin, prohibit federal law enforcement from wearing masks when operating in the state, and increase legal protections for survivors of sexual assault. In her campaign and her work, she has highlighted the experience of working people, and supported policies that would improve the cost of living, expand homeownership, increase career training opportunities, and protect access to health care and public education. She scores a 100 out of 100 on Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting records. Based on our Courage Score analysis, Dr. Wahab has supported most progressive bills that made it to a vote, and has earned the Courage All-Star designation.
Prior to her election to public office, Dr. Wahab was an organizer and advocate whose work was inspired by her own experiences with foster care, adoption, and unstable housing in the Bay Area community. During her career, she has served and held leadership roles on the Alameda County Human Relations Commission, Afghan Coalition, Abode Services, and Tri-City Volunteers. She was also the Alameda County Public Health Commissioner, and joined a White House Roundtable of Afghan-American leaders during the Obama administration.
Other background: Wahab is from Fremont and has lived in Hayward for most of her adult life. She is the first Afghan-American woman to be elected to public office in the United States.
The Race
Primary and special elections: Rep. Eric Swalwell, who has served in Congress since 2012, resigned from the CD-14 seat following sexual assault accusations that also ended his gubernatorial campaign. Gov. Gavin Newsom called a special election for the remainder of the current term, with a primary vote on June 16 and a runoff on August 18.Nine candidates are running for the next term in the June 2 primary: Dr. Aisha Wahab (D), Rakhi Israni (D), Melissa Hernandez (D), Matt Ortega (D), Carin Elam (D), Victor Aguilar (D), Wendy Huang (R), Dena Maldonado (R), and Suzanne Chenault (NPP). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.
Courage California endorses a vote for Dr. Aisha Wahab in each of these four upcoming elections.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Dr. Aisha Wahab’s campaign does not currently have fundraising information available through the FEC.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rakhi Israni’s campaign does not currently have fundraising information available through the FEC. Notably, Israni has made significant donations to far-right Republicans in the past, including anti-abortion candidates, Laura Loomer, and the head of Christians United for Israel.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Melissa Hernandez’s campaign does not currently have fundraising information available through the FEC.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Matt Orgeta’s campaign has raised $13,500 as of April 2026, and is not funded by police, fossil fuel, real estate, or corporate PAC interests.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Carin Elam’s campaign has raised $4,400 as of April 2026, and is not funded by police, fossil fuel, real estate, or corporate PAC interests.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Victor Aguilar’s campaign does not currently have fundraising information available through the FEC.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Wendy Huang’s campaign does not currently have fundraising information available through the FEC.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Dena Maldonado’s campaign does not currently have fundraising information available through the FEC.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Suzanne Chenault’s campaign does not currently have fundraising information available through the FEC.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 14th congressional district went from D+ 32% to D+ 35%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 14th congressional district includes parts of Alameda County.
Voter registration: 54% Democrat, 18% Republican, and 28% No Party Preference. Democrats typically hold this district.
District demographics: 20% Latino, 36% Asian, and 6% Black.
Recent election results: CD-14 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2020 by 35 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 34 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant, and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and an August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant, and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Courage California endorses Dr. Aisha Wahab for Congress to keep CD-14 on the right track for progress.
Progressive endorsements: Dr. Aisha Wahab has the endorsement of many groups, including Courage California, California Working Families Party, Congressional Progressive Caucus, Equality California, Alameda Labor Council, and many other labor groups. She has also received endorsements from problematic stakeholders, including California Chiefs of Police Association, and California Correctional Peace Officers Association.
Electoral history: Dr. Wahab was elected to the state Senate in 2022 after earning over 53% of the vote. She previously won her 2018 bid for the at-large Hayward City Council seat with 27% of the vote. Wahab ran for the CD-15 seat in 2020 but withdrew her candidacy before the election, when Rep. Swalwell ended his presidential campaign and ran for re-election.
Top issues: Homelessness and housing, affordability, and workforce development.
Governance and community leadership experience: Dr. Wahab currently serves as the state senator for SD-10. During her time in the state legislature, she has authored bills to cap the cost of insulin, prohibit federal law enforcement from wearing masks when operating in the state, and increase legal protections for survivors of sexual assault. In her campaign and her work, she has highlighted the experience of working people, and supported policies that would improve the cost of living, expand homeownership, increase career training opportunities, and protect access to health care and public education. She scores a 100 out of 100 on Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting records. Based on our Courage Score analysis, Dr. Wahab has supported most progressive bills that made it to a vote, and has earned the Courage All-Star designation.
Prior to her election to public office, Dr. Wahab was an organizer and advocate whose work was inspired by her own experiences with foster care, adoption, and unstable housing in the Bay Area community. During her career, she has served and held leadership roles on the Alameda County Human Relations Commission, Afghan Coalition, Abode Services, and Tri-City Volunteers. She was also the Alameda County Public Health Commissioner, and joined a White House Roundtable of Afghan-American leaders during the Obama administration.
Other background: Wahab is from Fremont and has lived in Hayward for most of her adult life. She is the first Afghan-American woman to be elected to public office in the United States.
The Race
Primary and special elections: Rep. Eric Swalwell, who has served in Congress since 2012, resigned from the CD-14 seat following sexual assault accusations that also ended his gubernatorial campaign. Gov. Gavin Newsom called a special election for the remainder of the current term, with a primary vote on June 16 and a runoff on August 18.Nine candidates are running for the next term in the June 2 primary: Dr. Aisha Wahab (D), Rakhi Israni (D), Melissa Hernandez (D), Matt Ortega (D), Carin Elam (D), Victor Aguilar (D), Wendy Huang (R), Dena Maldonado (R), and Suzanne Chenault (NPP). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.
Courage California endorses a vote for Dr. Aisha Wahab in each of these four upcoming elections.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Dr. Aisha Wahab’s campaign does not currently have fundraising information available through the FEC.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rakhi Israni’s campaign does not currently have fundraising information available through the FEC. Notably, Israni has made significant donations to far-right Republicans in the past, including anti-abortion candidates, Laura Loomer, and the head of Christians United for Israel.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Melissa Hernandez’s campaign does not currently have fundraising information available through the FEC.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Matt Orgeta’s campaign has raised $13,500 as of April 2026, and is not funded by police, fossil fuel, real estate, or corporate PAC interests.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Carin Elam’s campaign has raised $4,400 as of April 2026, and is not funded by police, fossil fuel, real estate, or corporate PAC interests.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Victor Aguilar’s campaign does not currently have fundraising information available through the FEC.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Wendy Huang’s campaign does not currently have fundraising information available through the FEC.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Dena Maldonado’s campaign does not currently have fundraising information available through the FEC.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Suzanne Chenault’s campaign does not currently have fundraising information available through the FEC.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 14th congressional district went from D+ 32% to D+ 35%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 14th congressional district includes parts of Alameda County.
Voter registration: 54% Democrat, 18% Republican, and 28% No Party Preference. Democrats typically hold this district.
District demographics: 20% Latino, 36% Asian, and 6% Black.
Recent election results: CD-14 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2020 by 35 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 34 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant, and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and an August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant, and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
15th Congressional District
Re-elect Congressional Representative Kevin Mullin to keep CD-15 on the right track for progress.
Priority bills: This year, Rep. Mullin’s priorities for CD-15 have included 25 bills about making the federal poverty line more responsive to local conditions, increasing accessibility in transportation and utilities, and weatherizing local facilities and improving emergency responses. All currently remain in committee.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: Yes.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Mullin currently sits on the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Governance and community leadership experience: Rep. Mullin has served in this congressional seat since 2022, when he was elected with over 55% of the vote. In 2024, he won his re-election against a Republican challenger by 46 points.
The Race
Primary election: There are three candidates running in the June 2 primary, including incumbent Rep. Kevin Mullin (D) and Mantosh Kumar (D). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Mullin’s campaign has raised $677,168 and is not funded by the police.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Kumar’s campaign has raised $11,442 and is not funded by the fossil fuel industry, the real estate industry, corporate PACs, or the police.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 15th Congressional District went from D+ 42% to D+ 41%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 15th Congressional District includes parts of San Mateo and San Francisco Counties.
Voter registration: 55% Democrat, 14% Republican, and 26% No Party Preference. Democrats typically hold this district.
District demographics: 21% Latino, 37% Asian, and 3% Black.
Recent election results: CD-15 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 48 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 51 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Re-elect Congressional Representative Kevin Mullin to keep CD-15 on the right track for progress.
Priority bills: This year, Rep. Mullin’s priorities for CD-15 have included 25 bills about making the federal poverty line more responsive to local conditions, increasing accessibility in transportation and utilities, and weatherizing local facilities and improving emergency responses. All currently remain in committee.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: Yes.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Mullin currently sits on the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Governance and community leadership experience: Rep. Mullin has served in this congressional seat since 2022, when he was elected with over 55% of the vote. In 2024, he won his re-election against a Republican challenger by 46 points.
The Race
Primary election: There are three candidates running in the June 2 primary, including incumbent Rep. Kevin Mullin (D) and Mantosh Kumar (D). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Mullin’s campaign has raised $677,168 and is not funded by the police.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Kumar’s campaign has raised $11,442 and is not funded by the fossil fuel industry, the real estate industry, corporate PACs, or the police.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 15th Congressional District went from D+ 42% to D+ 41%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 15th Congressional District includes parts of San Mateo and San Francisco Counties.
Voter registration: 55% Democrat, 14% Republican, and 26% No Party Preference. Democrats typically hold this district.
District demographics: 21% Latino, 37% Asian, and 3% Black.
Recent election results: CD-15 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 48 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 51 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Re-elect Congressional Representative Kevin Mullin to keep CD-15 on the right track for progress.
Priority bills: This year, Rep. Mullin’s priorities for CD-15 have included 25 bills about making the federal poverty line more responsive to local conditions, increasing accessibility in transportation and utilities, and weatherizing local facilities and improving emergency responses. All currently remain in committee.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: Yes.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Mullin currently sits on the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Governance and community leadership experience: Rep. Mullin has served in this congressional seat since 2022, when he was elected with over 55% of the vote. In 2024, he won his re-election against a Republican challenger by 46 points.
The Race
Primary election: There are three candidates running in the June 2 primary, including incumbent Rep. Kevin Mullin (D) and Mantosh Kumar (D). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Mullin’s campaign has raised $677,168 and is not funded by the police.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Kumar’s campaign has raised $11,442 and is not funded by the fossil fuel industry, the real estate industry, corporate PACs, or the police.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 15th Congressional District went from D+ 42% to D+ 41%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 15th Congressional District includes parts of San Mateo and San Francisco Counties.
Voter registration: 55% Democrat, 14% Republican, and 26% No Party Preference. Democrats typically hold this district.
District demographics: 21% Latino, 37% Asian, and 3% Black.
Recent election results: CD-15 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 48 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 51 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
16th Congressional District
Re-elect Congressional Representative Sam Liccardo to keep CD-16 on the right track for progress.
Priority bills: This year, Rep. Liccardo’s priorities for CD-16 have included 14 bills about political transparency and accountability for emoluments, reducing taxes for financial services corporations, making the building of residential properties easier, and creating greater checks and balances on federal law enforcement. All currently remain in committee.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: No.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Liccardo currently sits on the Committee on Financial Services.
Governance and community leadership experience: Rep. Liccardo has served in this congressional seat since 2024, when he was elected with over 58% of the vote.
The Race
Primary election: There are four candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Sam Liccardo (D), Kevin Johnson (R), Peter Sundin Soule (R), and Jotham Stein (NPP). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Liccardo’s campaign has raised $1,886,539 and is not funded by the police.
Other candidate fundraising: Jotham Stein’s campaign has raised $24,800 and is largely self-funded.
Other candidate fundraising: Kevin Johnson’s campaign has not filed any campaign-fundraising receipts with the FEC as of March 2026.
Other candidate fundraising: Peter Sundin Soule’s campaign has not filed any campaign fundraising receipts with the FEC as of March 2026.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 16th Congressional District remained steady at D+ 36%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 16th Congressional District includes parts of Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties.
Voter registration: 52% Democrat, 16% Republican, and 27% No Party Preference. Democrats typically hold this district.
District demographics: 16% Latino, 27% Asian, and 2% Black.
Recent election results: CD-16 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 48 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 45 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Re-elect Congressional Representative Sam Liccardo to keep CD-16 on the right track for progress.
Priority bills: This year, Rep. Liccardo’s priorities for CD-16 have included 14 bills about political transparency and accountability for emoluments, reducing taxes for financial services corporations, making the building of residential properties easier, and creating greater checks and balances on federal law enforcement. All currently remain in committee.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: No.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Liccardo currently sits on the Committee on Financial Services.
Governance and community leadership experience: Rep. Liccardo has served in this congressional seat since 2024, when he was elected with over 58% of the vote.
The Race
Primary election: There are four candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Sam Liccardo (D), Kevin Johnson (R), Peter Sundin Soule (R), and Jotham Stein (NPP). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Liccardo’s campaign has raised $1,886,539 and is not funded by the police.
Other candidate fundraising: Jotham Stein’s campaign has raised $24,800 and is largely self-funded.
Other candidate fundraising: Kevin Johnson’s campaign has not filed any campaign-fundraising receipts with the FEC as of March 2026.
Other candidate fundraising: Peter Sundin Soule’s campaign has not filed any campaign fundraising receipts with the FEC as of March 2026.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 16th Congressional District remained steady at D+ 36%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 16th Congressional District includes parts of Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties.
Voter registration: 52% Democrat, 16% Republican, and 27% No Party Preference. Democrats typically hold this district.
District demographics: 16% Latino, 27% Asian, and 2% Black.
Recent election results: CD-16 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 48 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 45 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Re-elect Congressional Representative Sam Liccardo to keep CD-16 on the right track for progress.
Priority bills: This year, Rep. Liccardo’s priorities for CD-16 have included 14 bills about political transparency and accountability for emoluments, reducing taxes for financial services corporations, making the building of residential properties easier, and creating greater checks and balances on federal law enforcement. All currently remain in committee.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: No.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Liccardo currently sits on the Committee on Financial Services.
Governance and community leadership experience: Rep. Liccardo has served in this congressional seat since 2024, when he was elected with over 58% of the vote.
The Race
Primary election: There are four candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Sam Liccardo (D), Kevin Johnson (R), Peter Sundin Soule (R), and Jotham Stein (NPP). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Liccardo’s campaign has raised $1,886,539 and is not funded by the police.
Other candidate fundraising: Jotham Stein’s campaign has raised $24,800 and is largely self-funded.
Other candidate fundraising: Kevin Johnson’s campaign has not filed any campaign-fundraising receipts with the FEC as of March 2026.
Other candidate fundraising: Peter Sundin Soule’s campaign has not filed any campaign fundraising receipts with the FEC as of March 2026.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 16th Congressional District remained steady at D+ 36%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 16th Congressional District includes parts of Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties.
Voter registration: 52% Democrat, 16% Republican, and 27% No Party Preference. Democrats typically hold this district.
District demographics: 16% Latino, 27% Asian, and 2% Black.
Recent election results: CD-16 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 48 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 45 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
17th Congressional District
Re-elect Congressional Representative Ro Khanna to keep CD-17 on the right track for progress.
Governance: Rep. Khanna has served in this congressional seat since 2017, when he was elected with over 61% of the vote. In 2024, he won his re-election against a Republican challenger by 36 points. This session, Rep. Khanna priorities for CD-17 have included 30 bills about military technology and procurement, establishing term limits for the Supreme Court, redirecting military funding to the Department of Education, increasing the tax burden for corporate landlords and oil producers, extending telehealth services under Medicare, and reducing prescription drug costs. Of these, one has been successfully chaptered into law, and the rest remain in committees. This year, he has sponsored and passed legislation to publish the Epstein files, and has previously sponsored and passed legislation to improve cybersecurity and IT services in the federal government, as well as making government service provisions more accessible and efficient.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: Yes, he is one of the vice chairs of the Caucus.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Khanna currently sits on two committees, including House Oversight and Armed Services, where he is the ranking member.
The Race
Primary election: There are six candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Ro Khanna (D), Ethan Agarwal (D), Mike Katz (D), Joe Dehn (Lib), Ritesh Tandon (R), Jennie Phan (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Khanna campaign has raised $10,899,453 and is not funded by corporate PACs, the fossil fuel industry, the real estate industry, or the police.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Ethan Agarwal’s campaign has raised $419,394 and is not funded by corporate PACs, the fossil fuel industry, the real estate industry, or the police. Agarwal was recruited and is being supported by tech executives after Rep. Khanna voiced his support for a tax on billionaires.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Mike Katz’s campaign has raised $5,112 and is not funded by corporate PACs, the fossil fuel industry, the real estate industry, or the police.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Ritesh Tandon’s campaign has raised $9,258.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Jennie Phan’s campaign has not filed any campaign-fundraising receipts with the FEC as of March 2026.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Joe Dehn’s campaign has not filed any campaign-fundraising receipts with the FEC as of March 2026.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 17th Congressional District went from D+ 34% to D+ 33%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 17th Congressional District includes parts of Alameda and Santa Clara Counties.
Voter registration: 49% Democrat, 16% Republican, and 31% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 16% Latino, 27% Asian, and 2% Black.
Recent election results: CD-17 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 39 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 42 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Re-elect Congressional Representative Ro Khanna to keep CD-17 on the right track for progress.
Governance: Rep. Khanna has served in this congressional seat since 2017, when he was elected with over 61% of the vote. In 2024, he won his re-election against a Republican challenger by 36 points. This session, Rep. Khanna priorities for CD-17 have included 30 bills about military technology and procurement, establishing term limits for the Supreme Court, redirecting military funding to the Department of Education, increasing the tax burden for corporate landlords and oil producers, extending telehealth services under Medicare, and reducing prescription drug costs. Of these, one has been successfully chaptered into law, and the rest remain in committees. This year, he has sponsored and passed legislation to publish the Epstein files, and has previously sponsored and passed legislation to improve cybersecurity and IT services in the federal government, as well as making government service provisions more accessible and efficient.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: Yes, he is one of the vice chairs of the Caucus.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Khanna currently sits on two committees, including House Oversight and Armed Services, where he is the ranking member.
The Race
Primary election: There are six candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Ro Khanna (D), Ethan Agarwal (D), Mike Katz (D), Joe Dehn (Lib), Ritesh Tandon (R), Jennie Phan (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Khanna campaign has raised $10,899,453 and is not funded by corporate PACs, the fossil fuel industry, the real estate industry, or the police.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Ethan Agarwal’s campaign has raised $419,394 and is not funded by corporate PACs, the fossil fuel industry, the real estate industry, or the police. Agarwal was recruited and is being supported by tech executives after Rep. Khanna voiced his support for a tax on billionaires.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Mike Katz’s campaign has raised $5,112 and is not funded by corporate PACs, the fossil fuel industry, the real estate industry, or the police.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Ritesh Tandon’s campaign has raised $9,258.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Jennie Phan’s campaign has not filed any campaign-fundraising receipts with the FEC as of March 2026.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Joe Dehn’s campaign has not filed any campaign-fundraising receipts with the FEC as of March 2026.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 17th Congressional District went from D+ 34% to D+ 33%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 17th Congressional District includes parts of Alameda and Santa Clara Counties.
Voter registration: 49% Democrat, 16% Republican, and 31% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 16% Latino, 27% Asian, and 2% Black.
Recent election results: CD-17 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 39 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 42 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Re-elect Congressional Representative Ro Khanna to keep CD-17 on the right track for progress.
Governance: Rep. Khanna has served in this congressional seat since 2017, when he was elected with over 61% of the vote. In 2024, he won his re-election against a Republican challenger by 36 points. This session, Rep. Khanna priorities for CD-17 have included 30 bills about military technology and procurement, establishing term limits for the Supreme Court, redirecting military funding to the Department of Education, increasing the tax burden for corporate landlords and oil producers, extending telehealth services under Medicare, and reducing prescription drug costs. Of these, one has been successfully chaptered into law, and the rest remain in committees. This year, he has sponsored and passed legislation to publish the Epstein files, and has previously sponsored and passed legislation to improve cybersecurity and IT services in the federal government, as well as making government service provisions more accessible and efficient.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: Yes, he is one of the vice chairs of the Caucus.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Khanna currently sits on two committees, including House Oversight and Armed Services, where he is the ranking member.
The Race
Primary election: There are six candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Ro Khanna (D), Ethan Agarwal (D), Mike Katz (D), Joe Dehn (Lib), Ritesh Tandon (R), Jennie Phan (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Khanna campaign has raised $10,899,453 and is not funded by corporate PACs, the fossil fuel industry, the real estate industry, or the police.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Ethan Agarwal’s campaign has raised $419,394 and is not funded by corporate PACs, the fossil fuel industry, the real estate industry, or the police. Agarwal was recruited and is being supported by tech executives after Rep. Khanna voiced his support for a tax on billionaires.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Mike Katz’s campaign has raised $5,112 and is not funded by corporate PACs, the fossil fuel industry, the real estate industry, or the police.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Ritesh Tandon’s campaign has raised $9,258.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Jennie Phan’s campaign has not filed any campaign-fundraising receipts with the FEC as of March 2026.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Joe Dehn’s campaign has not filed any campaign-fundraising receipts with the FEC as of March 2026.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 17th Congressional District went from D+ 34% to D+ 33%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 17th Congressional District includes parts of Alameda and Santa Clara Counties.
Voter registration: 49% Democrat, 16% Republican, and 31% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 16% Latino, 27% Asian, and 2% Black.
Recent election results: CD-17 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 39 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 42 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
18th Congressional District
Re-elect Congressional Representative Lofgren to keep CD-18 on the right track for progress.
Priority bills: This year, Rep. Lofgren’s priorities for CD-18 have included 17 bills fighting back against President Trump’s layoffs in federal agencies, such as the Department of Energy and the National Science Foundation; building new regulations on foreign; and creating safeguards for and expanding immigration protections for seasonal workers, long-term residents, and refugees. All currently remain in committee. She has sponsored and passed legislation to expand immigration protections to groups like international medical students and active duty servicemembers.
Rep. Lofgren was instrumental in pushing Governor Gavin Newsom and other Democratic leaders to lead the response to Trump and Texas Republicans’ mid-decade gerrymander with Proposition 50, a midterm redistricting of the state’s congressional districts outside the usual process led by the California Citizens Redistricting Commission.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: No.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Lofgren currently sits on two committees: the House Committee on the Judiciary, and Science, Space, and Technology, where she is the ranking member. She chairs the California Democratic Congressional Delegation.
Governance and community leadership experience: Rep. Lofgren has served in Congress since 1995, when she was elected to the CD-16 seat. In 2024, she won her re-election in this seat against a Republican challenger by 30 points.
The Race
Primary election: There are two candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Zoe Logren (D) and Zakaria Kortam (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Lofgren’s campaign has raised $969,232 and is not funded by the police.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Zakaria Kortam’s campaign has not filed any campaign-fundraising receipts with the FEC as of March 2026.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 18th Congressional District went from D+ 33% to D+ 31%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 18th Congressional District includes parts of Fresno, Kings, Monterey, San Benito, Santa Clara, and Santa Cruz Counties.
Voter registration: 51% Democrat, 20% Republican, and 23% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 53% Latino, 13% Asian, and 2% Black. This district is considered to be one of the strong Latino seats in the California congressional delegation.
Recent election results: CD-18 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 28 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 29 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Re-elect Congressional Representative Lofgren to keep CD-18 on the right track for progress.
Priority bills: This year, Rep. Lofgren’s priorities for CD-18 have included 17 bills fighting back against President Trump’s layoffs in federal agencies, such as the Department of Energy and the National Science Foundation; building new regulations on foreign; and creating safeguards for and expanding immigration protections for seasonal workers, long-term residents, and refugees. All currently remain in committee. She has sponsored and passed legislation to expand immigration protections to groups like international medical students and active duty servicemembers.
Rep. Lofgren was instrumental in pushing Governor Gavin Newsom and other Democratic leaders to lead the response to Trump and Texas Republicans’ mid-decade gerrymander with Proposition 50, a midterm redistricting of the state’s congressional districts outside the usual process led by the California Citizens Redistricting Commission.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: No.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Lofgren currently sits on two committees: the House Committee on the Judiciary, and Science, Space, and Technology, where she is the ranking member. She chairs the California Democratic Congressional Delegation.
Governance and community leadership experience: Rep. Lofgren has served in Congress since 1995, when she was elected to the CD-16 seat. In 2024, she won her re-election in this seat against a Republican challenger by 30 points.
The Race
Primary election: There are two candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Zoe Logren (D) and Zakaria Kortam (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Lofgren’s campaign has raised $969,232 and is not funded by the police.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Zakaria Kortam’s campaign has not filed any campaign-fundraising receipts with the FEC as of March 2026.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 18th Congressional District went from D+ 33% to D+ 31%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 18th Congressional District includes parts of Fresno, Kings, Monterey, San Benito, Santa Clara, and Santa Cruz Counties.
Voter registration: 51% Democrat, 20% Republican, and 23% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 53% Latino, 13% Asian, and 2% Black. This district is considered to be one of the strong Latino seats in the California congressional delegation.
Recent election results: CD-18 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 28 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 29 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Re-elect Congressional Representative Lofgren to keep CD-18 on the right track for progress.
Priority bills: This year, Rep. Lofgren’s priorities for CD-18 have included 17 bills fighting back against President Trump’s layoffs in federal agencies, such as the Department of Energy and the National Science Foundation; building new regulations on foreign; and creating safeguards for and expanding immigration protections for seasonal workers, long-term residents, and refugees. All currently remain in committee. She has sponsored and passed legislation to expand immigration protections to groups like international medical students and active duty servicemembers.
Rep. Lofgren was instrumental in pushing Governor Gavin Newsom and other Democratic leaders to lead the response to Trump and Texas Republicans’ mid-decade gerrymander with Proposition 50, a midterm redistricting of the state’s congressional districts outside the usual process led by the California Citizens Redistricting Commission.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: No.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Lofgren currently sits on two committees: the House Committee on the Judiciary, and Science, Space, and Technology, where she is the ranking member. She chairs the California Democratic Congressional Delegation.
Governance and community leadership experience: Rep. Lofgren has served in Congress since 1995, when she was elected to the CD-16 seat. In 2024, she won her re-election in this seat against a Republican challenger by 30 points.
The Race
Primary election: There are two candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Zoe Logren (D) and Zakaria Kortam (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Lofgren’s campaign has raised $969,232 and is not funded by the police.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Zakaria Kortam’s campaign has not filed any campaign-fundraising receipts with the FEC as of March 2026.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 18th Congressional District went from D+ 33% to D+ 31%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 18th Congressional District includes parts of Fresno, Kings, Monterey, San Benito, Santa Clara, and Santa Cruz Counties.
Voter registration: 51% Democrat, 20% Republican, and 23% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 53% Latino, 13% Asian, and 2% Black. This district is considered to be one of the strong Latino seats in the California congressional delegation.
Recent election results: CD-18 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 28 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 29 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
19th Congressional District
Based on our analysis, this is a safe Democratic district. We recommend you choose the Democratic candidate who best aligns with your values.
Rep. Jimmy Panetta has served in Congress since 2017, won his 2024 re-election for this seat against a Republican challenger by 38 points. This session, Rep. Panetta has sponsored 47 bills, including legislation to provide Medicaid to people affected by a disaster or emergency, improve military family housing, fund the hiring of more prosecutors, expedite disability compensation claims for veterans affected by major disasters, provide Medicare benefits for first responders, eliminate the limit on visas for certain immigrants, and provide a first-time homebuyer credit. Rep. Panetta currently serves on the House Committees on Ways and Means and Budget. He is a member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus. Rep. Panetta is endorsed by the California Federation of Labor Unions, National Union of Healthcare Workers, California Environmental Voters, Planned Parenthood Action Fund, National Education Association, Rep. Ro Khanna, Sen. Dave Cortese, Asm. Ash Kalra, and many local elected leaders. He previously worked as a State Department clerk, Alameda County deputy district attorney, and Monterey County deputy district attorney, and served in the U.S. Navy Reserves.
Immigration record this session: Last year, Rep. Panetta voted for a resolution that affirmed free and open communication between local, state, and federal law enforcement and thanked ICE. He has also firmly condemned ICE and Border Patrol tactics, joined 14 veterans in demanding they stand down from interior operations after the killings in Minnesota, voted against unconditional funding for the Department of Homeland Security, conducted oversight at the Adelanto ICE detention center, and sponsored and co-sponsored bills to protect some undocumented immigrations, including the Immigrant Witness and Victim Protection Act, American Dream and Promise Act, No Secret Police Act, and Stop Excessive Force in Immigration Act. Rep. Panetta met with local law enforcement and community leaders to plan a response against ICE and Border Patrol.
Sean Dougherty is a software engineer with a background in advising Santa Cruz for Bernie and supporting grassroots candidates for city council, county supervisor, and the Democratic Central Committee. His top priorities include getting money out of politics, shifting power from the elites to the public, and upholding civil rights, immigrant women’s rights, and other rights. Dougherty is endorsed by Democratic Socialists of America-Central Coast, Pacific Grove Progressives, Sunrise Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz for Bernie, and Track AIPAC.
The Race
Primary election: There are seven candidates running in the June 2 primary, including incumbent Rep. Jimmy Panetta, Sean Dougherty (D), and several Republican and third-party candidates. The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Panetta’s campaign has raised $2,206,868 and is not funded by fossil fuel or law enforcement contributions. His problematic donors include Amazon, Walmart, Edison Electric, National Apartment Association, and National Association of Real Estate Investment Trusts.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Dougherty’s campaign has raised $108,168 and is significantly self-funded.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 19th Congressional District went from D+ 28% to D+ 27%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 19th Congressional District includes parts of Monterey, San Luis Obispo, Santa Clara, and Santa Cruz Counties.
Voter registration: 49% Democrat, 22% Republican, and 22% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 19% Latino, 17% Asian, and 2% Black.
Recent election results: CD-19 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 34 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 31 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Based on our analysis, this is a safe Democratic district. We recommend you choose the Democratic candidate who best aligns with your values.
Rep. Jimmy Panetta has served in Congress since 2017, won his 2024 re-election for this seat against a Republican challenger by 38 points. This session, Rep. Panetta has sponsored 47 bills, including legislation to provide Medicaid to people affected by a disaster or emergency, improve military family housing, fund the hiring of more prosecutors, expedite disability compensation claims for veterans affected by major disasters, provide Medicare benefits for first responders, eliminate the limit on visas for certain immigrants, and provide a first-time homebuyer credit. Rep. Panetta currently serves on the House Committees on Ways and Means and Budget. He is a member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus. Rep. Panetta is endorsed by the California Federation of Labor Unions, National Union of Healthcare Workers, California Environmental Voters, Planned Parenthood Action Fund, National Education Association, Rep. Ro Khanna, Sen. Dave Cortese, Asm. Ash Kalra, and many local elected leaders. He previously worked as a State Department clerk, Alameda County deputy district attorney, and Monterey County deputy district attorney, and served in the U.S. Navy Reserves.
Immigration record this session: Last year, Rep. Panetta voted for a resolution that affirmed free and open communication between local, state, and federal law enforcement and thanked ICE. He has also firmly condemned ICE and Border Patrol tactics, joined 14 veterans in demanding they stand down from interior operations after the killings in Minnesota, voted against unconditional funding for the Department of Homeland Security, conducted oversight at the Adelanto ICE detention center, and sponsored and co-sponsored bills to protect some undocumented immigrations, including the Immigrant Witness and Victim Protection Act, American Dream and Promise Act, No Secret Police Act, and Stop Excessive Force in Immigration Act. Rep. Panetta met with local law enforcement and community leaders to plan a response against ICE and Border Patrol.
Sean Dougherty is a software engineer with a background in advising Santa Cruz for Bernie and supporting grassroots candidates for city council, county supervisor, and the Democratic Central Committee. His top priorities include getting money out of politics, shifting power from the elites to the public, and upholding civil rights, immigrant women’s rights, and other rights. Dougherty is endorsed by Democratic Socialists of America-Central Coast, Pacific Grove Progressives, Sunrise Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz for Bernie, and Track AIPAC.
The Race
Primary election: There are seven candidates running in the June 2 primary, including incumbent Rep. Jimmy Panetta, Sean Dougherty (D), and several Republican and third-party candidates. The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Panetta’s campaign has raised $2,206,868 and is not funded by fossil fuel or law enforcement contributions. His problematic donors include Amazon, Walmart, Edison Electric, National Apartment Association, and National Association of Real Estate Investment Trusts.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Dougherty’s campaign has raised $108,168 and is significantly self-funded.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 19th Congressional District went from D+ 28% to D+ 27%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 19th Congressional District includes parts of Monterey, San Luis Obispo, Santa Clara, and Santa Cruz Counties.
Voter registration: 49% Democrat, 22% Republican, and 22% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 19% Latino, 17% Asian, and 2% Black.
Recent election results: CD-19 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 34 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 31 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
20th Congressional District
Based on our analysis, this is a safe Republican incumbent district. We recommend that you choose the Democratic candidate in this race.
Sandra Van Scotter is a direct support professional for intellectually and developmentally disabled people. She has a background in respiratory therapy, has served on the Self-Determination Program Local Volunteer Advisory Committee to advise Kern Regional Center, and previously worked in inpatient and outpatient care. Van Scotter’s top priorities are disability rights, veterans’ rights, immigration reform, stabilizing safety net services, Medicare for All, and investing and moving to green energy.
The Race
Primary election: There are four candidates running in the June 2 primary: Sandra Van Scotter (D), incumbent Rep. Vince Fong (R), Jeremy Fox (NPP), and Ben Dewell (NPP). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Democratic candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Van Scotter’s campaign has raised $8,201 and is entirely self-funded.
Incumbent fundraising and pledges: Rep. Fong’s campaign has raised $1,445,983 and is funded by fossil fuel, real estate, and corporate contributions. His problematic donors include Chevron, Phillips 66, PG&E, National Apartment Association, Space X, Blue Origin, and Koch Industries. Rep. Fong supported HR 1, the budget reconciliation bill that cut Medicaid and other social safety net services to pay for a significant expansion of ICE and Border Patrol and tax cuts for corporations and the wealthy.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 20th Congressional District went from R+ 20.7% to R+ 21.5%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 20th Congressional District includes parts of Fresno, Kern, Kings, and Tulare Counties.
Voter registration: 26% Democrat, 47% Republican, and 19% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 32% Latino, 6% Asian, and 3% Black.
Recent election results: CD-20 voted for Trump for president in 2024 by 32 points and Dahle for governor in 2022 by 41 points. Rep. Fong was elected to the pre-Prop 50 seat in a 2024 special election by 22 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Based on our analysis, this is a safe Republican incumbent district. We recommend that you choose the Democratic candidate in this race.
Sandra Van Scotter is a direct support professional for intellectually and developmentally disabled people. She has a background in respiratory therapy, has served on the Self-Determination Program Local Volunteer Advisory Committee to advise Kern Regional Center, and previously worked in inpatient and outpatient care. Van Scotter’s top priorities are disability rights, veterans’ rights, immigration reform, stabilizing safety net services, Medicare for All, and investing and moving to green energy.
The Race
Primary election: There are four candidates running in the June 2 primary: Sandra Van Scotter (D), incumbent Rep. Vince Fong (R), Jeremy Fox (NPP), and Ben Dewell (NPP). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Democratic candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Van Scotter’s campaign has raised $8,201 and is entirely self-funded.
Incumbent fundraising and pledges: Rep. Fong’s campaign has raised $1,445,983 and is funded by fossil fuel, real estate, and corporate contributions. His problematic donors include Chevron, Phillips 66, PG&E, National Apartment Association, Space X, Blue Origin, and Koch Industries. Rep. Fong supported HR 1, the budget reconciliation bill that cut Medicaid and other social safety net services to pay for a significant expansion of ICE and Border Patrol and tax cuts for corporations and the wealthy.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 20th Congressional District went from R+ 20.7% to R+ 21.5%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 20th Congressional District includes parts of Fresno, Kern, Kings, and Tulare Counties.
Voter registration: 26% Democrat, 47% Republican, and 19% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 32% Latino, 6% Asian, and 3% Black.
Recent election results: CD-20 voted for Trump for president in 2024 by 32 points and Dahle for governor in 2022 by 41 points. Rep. Fong was elected to the pre-Prop 50 seat in a 2024 special election by 22 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
21st Congressional District
Based on our analysis, this is a likely Democratic district. We recommend you choose the Democratic candidate who best aligns with your values.
Rep. Jim Costa has served in Congress since 2005, and won his 2024 re-election over a Republican challenger by six points. This session, he has sponsored 28 bills, including legislation to establish an economic and community development grant program for economically distressed communities, support agricultural programs, expand water-source protections, establish a grant program for schools of medicine and osteopathic medicine in underserved areas, and conduct a study on the impact of AI and data-center site growth on energy-supply resources. In early 2025, Rep. Costa was one of 12 Democrats who broke with the party to vote for the Laken Riley Act — which helped kick off the Trump administration’s anti-immigrant agenda — and later for a resolution that condemned the Los Angeles community uprisings against the illegal National Guard deployment. He has condemned ICE and Border Patrol tactics, voted against unconditional funding for the Department of Homeland Security, and co-sponsored bipartisan bills supporting some undocumented immigrants. Many of his Democratic colleagues have conducted oversight at ICE facilities and co-sponsored stronger legislation to limit ICE’s powers and protect more undocumented immigrants. Rep. Costa serves on the House Committees on Agriculture and Foreign Affairs. He is not a member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus. Rep. Jim Costa is endorsed by the Alliance for Retired Americans, California Federation of Labor Unions, California Teachers Association, Equality PAC, National Union of Healthcare Workers, Planned Parenthood Action Fund, U.S. Sen. Alex Padilla, Attorney General Rob Bonta, and Fresno County Supervisor Brian Pacheco.
Notably, Rep. Costa was investigated by House ethics officials over allegations that he made inappropriate advances to two congressional interns. The officials dismissed the case.
Lourin Hubbard is a union organizer for SEIU Local 1000, which represents nearly 100,000 state employees. He previously worked at the Fresno County Department of Social Services, connecting people to CalFRESH, Medi-Cal, and other programs and resources. Hubbard’s top priorities are education, health care, immigration reform, agriculture, climate and environment, childcare and paid family leave, federal job guarantees, infrastructure, the opioid crisis, and affordable housing. He previously ran in the special election for the CD-22 seat, and lost in the general by 24 points. Hubbard has the endorsement of the San Joaquin Valley Democrats and the Progressive Voter Network.
The Race
Primary election: There are six candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Jim Costa (D), Lourin Hubbard (D), Eric Garcia (D), Lance Kruse (NPP), Kyle Kirkland (R), and Lorenzo Rios (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Costa’s campaign has raised $1,109,533 and is funded by fossil fuel and corporate contributions. His problematic donors include Walmart, Sempra Energy, PG&E, and Phillips 66.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Hubbard’s campaign has not filed any campaign-finance information as of May 2026. He previously ran in the special election for the CD-22 seat, and lost in the general by 24 points.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Garcia’s campaign has raised $593. He is a Marines Corps veteran and therapist. Garcia previously ran for Congress in 2020 (as a NPP candidate) and in 2022 (as a Democrat) without advancing out of the primaries.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Kirkland’s campaign has raised $252,918 and is significantly self-funded.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Rios’ campaign has raised $385,587 and is partially self-funded.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 21st Congressional District went from D+ 14% to D+ 13%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 21st Congressional District includes parts of Fresno and Tulare Counties.
Voter registration: 41% Democrat, 28% Republican, and 23% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 54% Latino, 9% Asian, and 5% Black. This district is considered to be one of the strong Latino seats in the California congressional delegation.
Recent election results: CD-21 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by six points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by three points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Based on our analysis, this is a likely Democratic district. We recommend you choose the Democratic candidate who best aligns with your values.
Rep. Jim Costa has served in Congress since 2005, and won his 2024 re-election over a Republican challenger by six points. This session, he has sponsored 28 bills, including legislation to establish an economic and community development grant program for economically distressed communities, support agricultural programs, expand water-source protections, establish a grant program for schools of medicine and osteopathic medicine in underserved areas, and conduct a study on the impact of AI and data-center site growth on energy-supply resources. In early 2025, Rep. Costa was one of 12 Democrats who broke with the party to vote for the Laken Riley Act — which helped kick off the Trump administration’s anti-immigrant agenda — and later for a resolution that condemned the Los Angeles community uprisings against the illegal National Guard deployment. He has condemned ICE and Border Patrol tactics, voted against unconditional funding for the Department of Homeland Security, and co-sponsored bipartisan bills supporting some undocumented immigrants. Many of his Democratic colleagues have conducted oversight at ICE facilities and co-sponsored stronger legislation to limit ICE’s powers and protect more undocumented immigrants. Rep. Costa serves on the House Committees on Agriculture and Foreign Affairs. He is not a member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus. Rep. Jim Costa is endorsed by the Alliance for Retired Americans, California Federation of Labor Unions, California Teachers Association, Equality PAC, National Union of Healthcare Workers, Planned Parenthood Action Fund, U.S. Sen. Alex Padilla, Attorney General Rob Bonta, and Fresno County Supervisor Brian Pacheco.
Notably, Rep. Costa was investigated by House ethics officials over allegations that he made inappropriate advances to two congressional interns. The officials dismissed the case.
Lourin Hubbard is a union organizer for SEIU Local 1000, which represents nearly 100,000 state employees. He previously worked at the Fresno County Department of Social Services, connecting people to CalFRESH, Medi-Cal, and other programs and resources. Hubbard’s top priorities are education, health care, immigration reform, agriculture, climate and environment, childcare and paid family leave, federal job guarantees, infrastructure, the opioid crisis, and affordable housing. He previously ran in the special election for the CD-22 seat, and lost in the general by 24 points. Hubbard has the endorsement of the San Joaquin Valley Democrats and the Progressive Voter Network.
The Race
Primary election: There are six candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Jim Costa (D), Lourin Hubbard (D), Eric Garcia (D), Lance Kruse (NPP), Kyle Kirkland (R), and Lorenzo Rios (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Costa’s campaign has raised $1,109,533 and is funded by fossil fuel and corporate contributions. His problematic donors include Walmart, Sempra Energy, PG&E, and Phillips 66.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Hubbard’s campaign has not filed any campaign-finance information as of May 2026. He previously ran in the special election for the CD-22 seat, and lost in the general by 24 points.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Garcia’s campaign has raised $593. He is a Marines Corps veteran and therapist. Garcia previously ran for Congress in 2020 (as a NPP candidate) and in 2022 (as a Democrat) without advancing out of the primaries.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Kirkland’s campaign has raised $252,918 and is significantly self-funded.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Rios’ campaign has raised $385,587 and is partially self-funded.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 21st Congressional District went from D+ 14% to D+ 13%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 21st Congressional District includes parts of Fresno and Tulare Counties.
Voter registration: 41% Democrat, 28% Republican, and 23% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 54% Latino, 9% Asian, and 5% Black. This district is considered to be one of the strong Latino seats in the California congressional delegation.
Recent election results: CD-21 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by six points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by three points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
22nd Congressional District
Courage California endorses Randy Villegas for Congress to put CD-22 on the right track for progress.
Progressive Endorsements: Randy Villegas has the endorsement of many groups, including Courage California, California Working Families Party, California Teachers Association, Latino Victory Fund, United Auto Workers, Nation Nurses United, Jane Fonda Climate PAC, Power CA Action, Central Valley Latino Democrats, ACCE Action, and CHIRLA Action Fund. He is also supported by many community and elected leaders, like Dolores Huerta, Sen. Bernie Sanders, Rep. Ro Khanna, Rep. Pramila Jayapal, Congressional Progressive Caucus Chair Greg Casar, Rep. Lateefah Simon, and Rep. Maxwell Frost.
Top issues: Lowering the cost of living, Medicare for All, healthcare price caps and expanding Medicare, fighting for workers and small businesses, fair taxation, comprehensive immigration reform, building affordable housing, fighting political corruption, supporting education and training, protecting our environment, and protecting workers and families from AI
Governance and Community Leadership Experience: Villegas is the owner of his family’s auto shop in Bakersfield, professor of Political Science at College of the Sequoias, and Trustee of the Visalia Unified School District Board of Education. He is the only Latino and Democrat on the school board. Villegas was a journalist, and has long organized in this district, including as a delegate for the California Democratic Party, supporting Bernie Sanders in his 2016 presidential campaign, and as part of California Working Families Party, United Farm Workers, and South Kern Sol. He has served on the boards of Power California and Central Valley Partnership.
Other background: Villegas is the son of immigrants from Mexico, who relied on Medicaid and food stamps to make ends meet. He was raised in Kern County.
The Race
Primary election: There are 3 candidates running in the June 2 primary: Randy Villegas (D), Jasmeet Bains (D), and incumbent Rep. David Valadao (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3. This is one of the priority seats to flip for Democrats to regain majority control of the House.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Villegas’ campaign has raised $1,327,199 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Bain’s campaign has raised $1,111,524 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions. Jasmeet Bains serves as a state assemblymember, and scores a lifetime 33 out of 100 on our Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting records. She has failed to vote for most progressive bills on public safety, climate and environmental justice, workers’ rights, and corporate accountability, and was previously designated a Dishonorable Mention, as a result. Notably, she has been a recipient of contributions from fossil fuel corporations – like Valero, Phillips 66, and Sempra Energy – law enforcement, real estate, and other corporate donors while in the legislature.
Incumbent’s candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Rep. Valadao’s campaign has raised $4,150,872 and is funded by fossil fuel and corporate contributions. His problematic donors include Valero, Chevron, Comcast, PG&E, Amazon, and the Koch brothers, who are responsible for funding the right-wing ecosystem. Rep. Valadao supported HR 1, the budget reconciliation bill that cut Medicaid and other social safety net services to pay for a significant expansion of ICE and Border Patrol and tax cuts for corporations and the wealthy.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 22nd Congressional District went from D+ 13% to D+ 16%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.
Counties in district: California’s 22nd Congressional District includes parts of Fresno, Kern, Kings, Madera, and Tulare Counties.
Voter registration: 42% Democrat, 26% Republican, 24% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 65% Latino, 5% Asian, and 5% Black. This district is considered to be one of the strong Latino seats in the California congressional delegation.
Recent election results: CD-22 voted for Trump for president in 2024 by 2 points and Newsom for governor in 2022 by 0.5 points. Rep. Valadao won his 2024 re-election for this seat by 6 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.
The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold 7, and Independents hold 1. The CD-01 seat is vacant, and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 run-off. The CD-14 seat is vacant, and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 run-off.
Last updated: 5/1/26
References:
https://www.villegasforcongress.com/
https://couragescore.org/representative/jasmeet-bains/
https://californiatargetbook.com/book/2025/CD22
https://ballotpedia.org/DavidValadao
https://www.fec.gov/
Courage California endorses Randy Villegas for Congress to put CD-22 on the right track for progress.
Progressive Endorsements: Randy Villegas has the endorsement of many groups, including Courage California, California Working Families Party, California Teachers Association, Latino Victory Fund, United Auto Workers, Nation Nurses United, Jane Fonda Climate PAC, Power CA Action, Central Valley Latino Democrats, ACCE Action, and CHIRLA Action Fund. He is also supported by many community and elected leaders, like Dolores Huerta, Sen. Bernie Sanders, Rep. Ro Khanna, Rep. Pramila Jayapal, Congressional Progressive Caucus Chair Greg Casar, Rep. Lateefah Simon, and Rep. Maxwell Frost.
Top issues: Lowering the cost of living, Medicare for All, healthcare price caps and expanding Medicare, fighting for workers and small businesses, fair taxation, comprehensive immigration reform, building affordable housing, fighting political corruption, supporting education and training, protecting our environment, and protecting workers and families from AI
Governance and Community Leadership Experience: Villegas is the owner of his family’s auto shop in Bakersfield, professor of Political Science at College of the Sequoias, and Trustee of the Visalia Unified School District Board of Education. He is the only Latino and Democrat on the school board. Villegas was a journalist, and has long organized in this district, including as a delegate for the California Democratic Party, supporting Bernie Sanders in his 2016 presidential campaign, and as part of California Working Families Party, United Farm Workers, and South Kern Sol. He has served on the boards of Power California and Central Valley Partnership.
Other background: Villegas is the son of immigrants from Mexico, who relied on Medicaid and food stamps to make ends meet. He was raised in Kern County.
The Race
Primary election: There are 3 candidates running in the June 2 primary: Randy Villegas (D), Jasmeet Bains (D), and incumbent Rep. David Valadao (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3. This is one of the priority seats to flip for Democrats to regain majority control of the House.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Villegas’ campaign has raised $1,327,199 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Bain’s campaign has raised $1,111,524 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions. Jasmeet Bains serves as a state assemblymember, and scores a lifetime 33 out of 100 on our Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting records. She has failed to vote for most progressive bills on public safety, climate and environmental justice, workers’ rights, and corporate accountability, and was previously designated a Dishonorable Mention, as a result. Notably, she has been a recipient of contributions from fossil fuel corporations – like Valero, Phillips 66, and Sempra Energy – law enforcement, real estate, and other corporate donors while in the legislature.
Incumbent’s candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Rep. Valadao’s campaign has raised $4,150,872 and is funded by fossil fuel and corporate contributions. His problematic donors include Valero, Chevron, Comcast, PG&E, Amazon, and the Koch brothers, who are responsible for funding the right-wing ecosystem. Rep. Valadao supported HR 1, the budget reconciliation bill that cut Medicaid and other social safety net services to pay for a significant expansion of ICE and Border Patrol and tax cuts for corporations and the wealthy.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 22nd Congressional District went from D+ 13% to D+ 16%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.
Counties in district: California’s 22nd Congressional District includes parts of Fresno, Kern, Kings, Madera, and Tulare Counties.
Voter registration: 42% Democrat, 26% Republican, 24% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 65% Latino, 5% Asian, and 5% Black. This district is considered to be one of the strong Latino seats in the California congressional delegation.
Recent election results: CD-22 voted for Trump for president in 2024 by 2 points and Newsom for governor in 2022 by 0.5 points. Rep. Valadao won his 2024 re-election for this seat by 6 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.
The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold 7, and Independents hold 1. The CD-01 seat is vacant, and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 run-off. The CD-14 seat is vacant, and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 run-off.
Last updated: 5/1/26
References:
https://www.villegasforcongress.com/
https://couragescore.org/representative/jasmeet-bains/
https://californiatargetbook.com/book/2025/CD22
https://ballotpedia.org/DavidValadao
https://www.fec.gov/
Courage California endorses Randy Villegas for Congress to put CD-22 on the right track for progress.
Progressive Endorsements: Randy Villegas has the endorsement of many groups, including Courage California, California Working Families Party, California Teachers Association, Latino Victory Fund, United Auto Workers, Nation Nurses United, Jane Fonda Climate PAC, Power CA Action, Central Valley Latino Democrats, ACCE Action, and CHIRLA Action Fund. He is also supported by many community and elected leaders, like Dolores Huerta, Sen. Bernie Sanders, Rep. Ro Khanna, Rep. Pramila Jayapal, Congressional Progressive Caucus Chair Greg Casar, Rep. Lateefah Simon, and Rep. Maxwell Frost.
Top issues: Lowering the cost of living, Medicare for All, healthcare price caps and expanding Medicare, fighting for workers and small businesses, fair taxation, comprehensive immigration reform, building affordable housing, fighting political corruption, supporting education and training, protecting our environment, and protecting workers and families from AI
Governance and Community Leadership Experience: Villegas is the owner of his family’s auto shop in Bakersfield, professor of Political Science at College of the Sequoias, and Trustee of the Visalia Unified School District Board of Education. He is the only Latino and Democrat on the school board. Villegas was a journalist, and has long organized in this district, including as a delegate for the California Democratic Party, supporting Bernie Sanders in his 2016 presidential campaign, and as part of California Working Families Party, United Farm Workers, and South Kern Sol. He has served on the boards of Power California and Central Valley Partnership.
Other background: Villegas is the son of immigrants from Mexico, who relied on Medicaid and food stamps to make ends meet. He was raised in Kern County.
The Race
Primary election: There are 3 candidates running in the June 2 primary: Randy Villegas (D), Jasmeet Bains (D), and incumbent Rep. David Valadao (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3. This is one of the priority seats to flip for Democrats to regain majority control of the House.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Villegas’ campaign has raised $1,327,199 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Bain’s campaign has raised $1,111,524 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions. Jasmeet Bains serves as a state assemblymember, and scores a lifetime 33 out of 100 on our Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting records. She has failed to vote for most progressive bills on public safety, climate and environmental justice, workers’ rights, and corporate accountability, and was previously designated a Dishonorable Mention, as a result. Notably, she has been a recipient of contributions from fossil fuel corporations – like Valero, Phillips 66, and Sempra Energy – law enforcement, real estate, and other corporate donors while in the legislature.
Incumbent’s candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Rep. Valadao’s campaign has raised $4,150,872 and is funded by fossil fuel and corporate contributions. His problematic donors include Valero, Chevron, Comcast, PG&E, Amazon, and the Koch brothers, who are responsible for funding the right-wing ecosystem. Rep. Valadao supported HR 1, the budget reconciliation bill that cut Medicaid and other social safety net services to pay for a significant expansion of ICE and Border Patrol and tax cuts for corporations and the wealthy.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 22nd Congressional District went from D+ 13% to D+ 16%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.
Counties in district: California’s 22nd Congressional District includes parts of Fresno, Kern, Kings, Madera, and Tulare Counties.
Voter registration: 42% Democrat, 26% Republican, 24% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 65% Latino, 5% Asian, and 5% Black. This district is considered to be one of the strong Latino seats in the California congressional delegation.
Recent election results: CD-22 voted for Trump for president in 2024 by 2 points and Newsom for governor in 2022 by 0.5 points. Rep. Valadao won his 2024 re-election for this seat by 6 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.
The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold 7, and Independents hold 1. The CD-01 seat is vacant, and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 run-off. The CD-14 seat is vacant, and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 run-off.
Last updated: 5/1/26
References:
https://www.villegasforcongress.com/
https://couragescore.org/representative/jasmeet-bains/
https://californiatargetbook.com/book/2025/CD22
https://ballotpedia.org/DavidValadao
https://www.fec.gov/
23rd Congressional District
Elect Tessa Hodge for Congress to put CD-23 on the right track for progress.
Tessa Hodge is a licensed clinical social worker who has worked with vulnerable populations, including children in foster care and students in need of mental health services in schools. She has also worked in San Bernardino County on incorporating state and federal legislation into county policy and guidelines. Her priority issues are health-care affordability and access, bringing good jobs and livable wages, lowering costs for homeowners and renters, humane immigration policy, protecting the environment, prioritizing mental health, national security and foreign policy, LGBTQIA+ and marginalized communities, public education, and veterans and the military. Hodge has the endorsement of several groups, including the California Democratic Party, San Bernardino County Young Democrats, Southern California Armenian Democrats, Teamsters Local 1932, and United Food and Commercial Workers 1167. She also has the support of many community and elected officials, including Asm. Corey Jackson, Sen. Tom Umberg, Asm. John Harabedian, and High Desert Progressive Democrats President Seta Ghazarian.
The Race
Primary election: There are six candidates running in the June 2 primary: Tessa Hodge (D), incumbent Rep. Jay Obernolte (R), Karsten Nicholson (D), Pat Wallis (D), Eli Owens (NPP), and Karen Matthews (NPP). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Hodge’s campaign has raised $55,426 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions.
Incumbent fundraising and pledges: Rep. Obernolte’s campaign has raised $1,072,301 and is funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, and corporate contributions. His problematic donors include Valero, Chevron, Exxon Mobil, PG&E, San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Employee’s Benefit Association, Space X, Google, and Fox Corporation. Rep. Obernolte supported HR 1, the budget reconciliation bill that cut Medicaid and other social safety net services to pay for a significant expansion of ICE and Border Patrol and tax cuts for corporations and the wealthy.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 23rd Congressional District went from R+ 5% to R+ 6%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 23rd Congressional District includes parts of Kern, Los Angeles, Riverside, and San Bernardino Counties.
Voter registration: 32% Democrat, 38% Republican, and 21% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 37% Latino, 4% Asian, and 8% Black.
Recent election results: CD-23 voted for Trump for president in 2024 by 19 points and Dahle for governor in 2022 by 24 points. Rep. Obernolte won his re-election to the pre-Prop 50 seat in 2024 by 20 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Elect Tessa Hodge for Congress to put CD-23 on the right track for progress.
Tessa Hodge is a licensed clinical social worker who has worked with vulnerable populations, including children in foster care and students in need of mental health services in schools. She has also worked in San Bernardino County on incorporating state and federal legislation into county policy and guidelines. Her priority issues are health-care affordability and access, bringing good jobs and livable wages, lowering costs for homeowners and renters, humane immigration policy, protecting the environment, prioritizing mental health, national security and foreign policy, LGBTQIA+ and marginalized communities, public education, and veterans and the military. Hodge has the endorsement of several groups, including the California Democratic Party, San Bernardino County Young Democrats, Southern California Armenian Democrats, Teamsters Local 1932, and United Food and Commercial Workers 1167. She also has the support of many community and elected officials, including Asm. Corey Jackson, Sen. Tom Umberg, Asm. John Harabedian, and High Desert Progressive Democrats President Seta Ghazarian.
The Race
Primary election: There are six candidates running in the June 2 primary: Tessa Hodge (D), incumbent Rep. Jay Obernolte (R), Karsten Nicholson (D), Pat Wallis (D), Eli Owens (NPP), and Karen Matthews (NPP). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Hodge’s campaign has raised $55,426 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions.
Incumbent fundraising and pledges: Rep. Obernolte’s campaign has raised $1,072,301 and is funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, and corporate contributions. His problematic donors include Valero, Chevron, Exxon Mobil, PG&E, San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Employee’s Benefit Association, Space X, Google, and Fox Corporation. Rep. Obernolte supported HR 1, the budget reconciliation bill that cut Medicaid and other social safety net services to pay for a significant expansion of ICE and Border Patrol and tax cuts for corporations and the wealthy.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 23rd Congressional District went from R+ 5% to R+ 6%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 23rd Congressional District includes parts of Kern, Los Angeles, Riverside, and San Bernardino Counties.
Voter registration: 32% Democrat, 38% Republican, and 21% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 37% Latino, 4% Asian, and 8% Black.
Recent election results: CD-23 voted for Trump for president in 2024 by 19 points and Dahle for governor in 2022 by 24 points. Rep. Obernolte won his re-election to the pre-Prop 50 seat in 2024 by 20 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Elect Tessa Hodge for Congress to put CD-23 on the right track for progress.
Tessa Hodge is a licensed clinical social worker who has worked with vulnerable populations, including children in foster care and students in need of mental health services in schools. She has also worked in San Bernardino County on incorporating state and federal legislation into county policy and guidelines. Her priority issues are health-care affordability and access, bringing good jobs and livable wages, lowering costs for homeowners and renters, humane immigration policy, protecting the environment, prioritizing mental health, national security and foreign policy, LGBTQIA+ and marginalized communities, public education, and veterans and the military. Hodge has the endorsement of several groups, including the California Democratic Party, San Bernardino County Young Democrats, Southern California Armenian Democrats, Teamsters Local 1932, and United Food and Commercial Workers 1167. She also has the support of many community and elected officials, including Asm. Corey Jackson, Sen. Tom Umberg, Asm. John Harabedian, and High Desert Progressive Democrats President Seta Ghazarian.
The Race
Primary election: There are six candidates running in the June 2 primary: Tessa Hodge (D), incumbent Rep. Jay Obernolte (R), Karsten Nicholson (D), Pat Wallis (D), Eli Owens (NPP), and Karen Matthews (NPP). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Hodge’s campaign has raised $55,426 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions.
Incumbent fundraising and pledges: Rep. Obernolte’s campaign has raised $1,072,301 and is funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, and corporate contributions. His problematic donors include Valero, Chevron, Exxon Mobil, PG&E, San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Employee’s Benefit Association, Space X, Google, and Fox Corporation. Rep. Obernolte supported HR 1, the budget reconciliation bill that cut Medicaid and other social safety net services to pay for a significant expansion of ICE and Border Patrol and tax cuts for corporations and the wealthy.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 23rd Congressional District went from R+ 5% to R+ 6%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 23rd Congressional District includes parts of Kern, Los Angeles, Riverside, and San Bernardino Counties.
Voter registration: 32% Democrat, 38% Republican, and 21% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 37% Latino, 4% Asian, and 8% Black.
Recent election results: CD-23 voted for Trump for president in 2024 by 19 points and Dahle for governor in 2022 by 24 points. Rep. Obernolte won his re-election to the pre-Prop 50 seat in 2024 by 20 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
24th Congressional District
Based on our analysis, this is a safe Democratic district. We recommend you choose the candidate that best aligns with your values.
Rep. Salud Carbajal has served in this congressional seat since 2016, when he was elected with over 53% of the vote. In 2024, he won his re-election against a Republican challenger by 35 points. This year, Rep. Carbajal’s priorities for CD-24 have included 31 bills about preventing natural disasters by removing fire risks and creating a risk-management task force, supporting military servicemembers through services for parents and restitution to veterans who experienced sexual trauma, making childcare more affordable and raising wages for childcare workers, protecting coastlines and the ocean, and increasing the maximum Pell Grant for college students. Of these, three have passed the House and the rest remain in committee. He has sponsored and passed legislation to enhance gun safety through “red flag” laws. Rep. Carbajal currently sits on six committees: Armed Services, Transportation and Infrastructure, and Agriculture. He is not a member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus. Rep. Carbajal has the endorsement of some groups, including Equality California, California Environmental Voters, and Sierra Club.
Sarah Bacon is a graduate student, an elected graduate student officer, and vice president of External Affairs for the University of California-Santa Barbara Graduate Student Association. She also represents UCSB on the UC Graduate and Professional Council, and chairs the Compliance and Governance Committee. She was previously a vice president at a high-growth software company. Her top issues include democratic reform, affordability and economic justice, workers’ rights, the Central Coast and environment, and human rights. She has committed to joining the Congressional Progressive Caucus if elected.
The Race
Primary election: There are four candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Salud Carbajal (D), Sarah Bacon (D), Helena Pasquarella (PAF), and Bob Smith (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Carbajal’s campaign has raised $1,395,720 and is not funded by the police.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Sarah Bacon’s campaign has raised $17,089 and is not funded by the police, fossil fuel, real estate, or corporate PACs. Her campaign is primarily self-funded.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Helena Pasquarella’s campaign has not filed any campaign-fundraising receipts with the FEC as of March 2026
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Bob Smith’s campaign has raised $144,063.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 24th Congressional District remained D+ 18%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 24th Congressional District includes all of Santa Barbara County and parts of San Luis Obispo and Ventura Counties.
Voter registration: 45% Democrat, 27% Republican, and 20% No Party Preference. Democrats typically hold this district.
District demographics: 28% Latino, 4% Asian, and 2% Black.
Recent election results: CD-24 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 25 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 19 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Based on our analysis, this is a safe Democratic district. We recommend you choose the candidate that best aligns with your values.
Rep. Salud Carbajal has served in this congressional seat since 2016, when he was elected with over 53% of the vote. In 2024, he won his re-election against a Republican challenger by 35 points. This year, Rep. Carbajal’s priorities for CD-24 have included 31 bills about preventing natural disasters by removing fire risks and creating a risk-management task force, supporting military servicemembers through services for parents and restitution to veterans who experienced sexual trauma, making childcare more affordable and raising wages for childcare workers, protecting coastlines and the ocean, and increasing the maximum Pell Grant for college students. Of these, three have passed the House and the rest remain in committee. He has sponsored and passed legislation to enhance gun safety through “red flag” laws. Rep. Carbajal currently sits on six committees: Armed Services, Transportation and Infrastructure, and Agriculture. He is not a member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus. Rep. Carbajal has the endorsement of some groups, including Equality California, California Environmental Voters, and Sierra Club.
Sarah Bacon is a graduate student, an elected graduate student officer, and vice president of External Affairs for the University of California-Santa Barbara Graduate Student Association. She also represents UCSB on the UC Graduate and Professional Council, and chairs the Compliance and Governance Committee. She was previously a vice president at a high-growth software company. Her top issues include democratic reform, affordability and economic justice, workers’ rights, the Central Coast and environment, and human rights. She has committed to joining the Congressional Progressive Caucus if elected.
The Race
Primary election: There are four candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Salud Carbajal (D), Sarah Bacon (D), Helena Pasquarella (PAF), and Bob Smith (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Carbajal’s campaign has raised $1,395,720 and is not funded by the police.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Sarah Bacon’s campaign has raised $17,089 and is not funded by the police, fossil fuel, real estate, or corporate PACs. Her campaign is primarily self-funded.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Helena Pasquarella’s campaign has not filed any campaign-fundraising receipts with the FEC as of March 2026
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Bob Smith’s campaign has raised $144,063.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 24th Congressional District remained D+ 18%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 24th Congressional District includes all of Santa Barbara County and parts of San Luis Obispo and Ventura Counties.
Voter registration: 45% Democrat, 27% Republican, and 20% No Party Preference. Democrats typically hold this district.
District demographics: 28% Latino, 4% Asian, and 2% Black.
Recent election results: CD-24 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 25 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 19 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
25th Congressional District
Re-elect Dr. Raul Ruiz for Congress to keep CD-25 on the right track for progress.
Top issues: Protecting Medicare and Social Security, building a stronger economy, opposing DC insider perks, standing up for veterans, fighting to protect the environment, working to expand access to affordable health care, and serving people by cutting red tape.
Governance: Dr. Raul Ruiz has served in Congress since 2013, and won his 2024 re-election against a Republican challenger by 12 points. This session, Rep. Ruiz’s priorities for CD-25 have included 34 bills, including legislation to expand eligibility for programs for homeless veterans, ensure due process for physicians, increase investments in Indigenous programs and services, prohibit the unauthorized possession of a firearm at a federal election site, and expand Joshua Tree National Park. Rep. Ruiz currently sits on the House Energy and Commerce Committee.
Immigration record this session: Rep. Ruiz has faced pushback for voting for a resolution that affirmed free and open communication between local, state, and federal law enforcement and thanked ICE. He has firmly condemned ICE and Border Patrol tactics; voted against unconditional funding for the Department of Homeland Security; conducted oversight at ICE detention centers at Adelanto and the Imperial region; and sponsored and co-sponsored bills to limit the powers of ICE and protect some undocumented immigrants, including the Humanitarian Standards for Individuals in ICE and CBP Custody Act, American Dream and Promise Act, No Secret Police Act, and Stop Excessive Force in Immigration Act.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: No.
Other background: Rep. Ruiz is an emergency physician, and prior to serving in Congress, founded and directed the Coachella Valley Healthcare Initiative, and volunteered and worked abroad in several countries, including Haiti after an earthquake.
The Race
Primary election: There are four candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Raul Ruiz (D), Joe Males (R), Ceci Truman (R), and Ronald Huffman (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Ruiz’s campaign has raised $1,744,406 and is not funded by law-enforcement contributions. His problematic donors include Sempra Energy, Edison International, UnitedHealth Group, AT&T, and Walmart.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Males’ campaign has raised $841,992.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Truman’s campaign has raised $283,892.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Huffman’s campaign has not filed any campaign-finance information as of May 2026.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 25th Congressional District went from D+ 15% to D+ 13%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 25th Congressional District includes parts of Imperial, Riverside, San Bernardino Counties.
Voter registration: 42% Democrat, 29% Republican, and 22% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 52% Latino, 3% Asian, and 4% Black. This district is considered to be one of the strong Latino seats in the California congressional delegation.
Recent election results: CD-25 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by six points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by eight points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Re-elect Dr. Raul Ruiz for Congress to keep CD-25 on the right track for progress.
Top issues: Protecting Medicare and Social Security, building a stronger economy, opposing DC insider perks, standing up for veterans, fighting to protect the environment, working to expand access to affordable health care, and serving people by cutting red tape.
Governance: Dr. Raul Ruiz has served in Congress since 2013, and won his 2024 re-election against a Republican challenger by 12 points. This session, Rep. Ruiz’s priorities for CD-25 have included 34 bills, including legislation to expand eligibility for programs for homeless veterans, ensure due process for physicians, increase investments in Indigenous programs and services, prohibit the unauthorized possession of a firearm at a federal election site, and expand Joshua Tree National Park. Rep. Ruiz currently sits on the House Energy and Commerce Committee.
Immigration record this session: Rep. Ruiz has faced pushback for voting for a resolution that affirmed free and open communication between local, state, and federal law enforcement and thanked ICE. He has firmly condemned ICE and Border Patrol tactics; voted against unconditional funding for the Department of Homeland Security; conducted oversight at ICE detention centers at Adelanto and the Imperial region; and sponsored and co-sponsored bills to limit the powers of ICE and protect some undocumented immigrants, including the Humanitarian Standards for Individuals in ICE and CBP Custody Act, American Dream and Promise Act, No Secret Police Act, and Stop Excessive Force in Immigration Act.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: No.
Other background: Rep. Ruiz is an emergency physician, and prior to serving in Congress, founded and directed the Coachella Valley Healthcare Initiative, and volunteered and worked abroad in several countries, including Haiti after an earthquake.
The Race
Primary election: There are four candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Raul Ruiz (D), Joe Males (R), Ceci Truman (R), and Ronald Huffman (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Ruiz’s campaign has raised $1,744,406 and is not funded by law-enforcement contributions. His problematic donors include Sempra Energy, Edison International, UnitedHealth Group, AT&T, and Walmart.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Males’ campaign has raised $841,992.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Truman’s campaign has raised $283,892.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Huffman’s campaign has not filed any campaign-finance information as of May 2026.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 25th Congressional District went from D+ 15% to D+ 13%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 25th Congressional District includes parts of Imperial, Riverside, San Bernardino Counties.
Voter registration: 42% Democrat, 29% Republican, and 22% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 52% Latino, 3% Asian, and 4% Black. This district is considered to be one of the strong Latino seats in the California congressional delegation.
Recent election results: CD-25 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by six points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by eight points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Re-elect Dr. Raul Ruiz for Congress to keep CD-25 on the right track for progress.
Top issues: Protecting Medicare and Social Security, building a stronger economy, opposing DC insider perks, standing up for veterans, fighting to protect the environment, working to expand access to affordable health care, and serving people by cutting red tape.
Governance: Dr. Raul Ruiz has served in Congress since 2013, and won his 2024 re-election against a Republican challenger by 12 points. This session, Rep. Ruiz’s priorities for CD-25 have included 34 bills, including legislation to expand eligibility for programs for homeless veterans, ensure due process for physicians, increase investments in Indigenous programs and services, prohibit the unauthorized possession of a firearm at a federal election site, and expand Joshua Tree National Park. Rep. Ruiz currently sits on the House Energy and Commerce Committee.
Immigration record this session: Rep. Ruiz has faced pushback for voting for a resolution that affirmed free and open communication between local, state, and federal law enforcement and thanked ICE. He has firmly condemned ICE and Border Patrol tactics; voted against unconditional funding for the Department of Homeland Security; conducted oversight at ICE detention centers at Adelanto and the Imperial region; and sponsored and co-sponsored bills to limit the powers of ICE and protect some undocumented immigrants, including the Humanitarian Standards for Individuals in ICE and CBP Custody Act, American Dream and Promise Act, No Secret Police Act, and Stop Excessive Force in Immigration Act.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: No.
Other background: Rep. Ruiz is an emergency physician, and prior to serving in Congress, founded and directed the Coachella Valley Healthcare Initiative, and volunteered and worked abroad in several countries, including Haiti after an earthquake.
The Race
Primary election: There are four candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Raul Ruiz (D), Joe Males (R), Ceci Truman (R), and Ronald Huffman (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Ruiz’s campaign has raised $1,744,406 and is not funded by law-enforcement contributions. His problematic donors include Sempra Energy, Edison International, UnitedHealth Group, AT&T, and Walmart.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Males’ campaign has raised $841,992.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Truman’s campaign has raised $283,892.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Huffman’s campaign has not filed any campaign-finance information as of May 2026.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 25th Congressional District went from D+ 15% to D+ 13%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 25th Congressional District includes parts of Imperial, Riverside, San Bernardino Counties.
Voter registration: 42% Democrat, 29% Republican, and 22% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 52% Latino, 3% Asian, and 4% Black. This district is considered to be one of the strong Latino seats in the California congressional delegation.
Recent election results: CD-25 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by six points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by eight points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
26th Congressional District
Elect Chris Espinosa to keep CD-26 on the right track for progress.
Progressive endorsements: Chris Espinosa has the endorsement of some groups, including Dolores Huerta Action Fund, CAUSE Action, Friends of the Earth Action, Climate Hawks Vote, and Santa Clara Valley Democratic Club. He is also supported by several community and elected leaders, including Rep. Adelita Grijalva, community attorney and advocate Barbara Macri-Ortiz, Oxnard Harbor Commissioner Jess Ramirez, and city councilmembers and school board trustees and members.
Top issues: Cost of living, health care for all, democracy, immigration reform, digital privacy, and climate and environmental justice.
Governance and community leadership experience: Espinosa is a lifelong advocate who currently advises on community-centered public policy as founder and principal of Communities First Consulting. He previously served as legislative director of climate and energy at Earthjustice; director of outreach and engagement for the House Committee on Natural Resources; and cofounder, executive vice president, and chief operating officer of GreenLatinos. Across his career, he has fought for environmental justice, immigration reform, access to affordable health care, and workers’ rights, and has taken on polluters, corporate monopolies, and anti-worker interests.
Other background: Espinosa is from Santa Paula. His mother was a local community advocate and city councilmember, and his father is a Vietnam veteran.
The Race
Primary election: There are nine candidates running in the June 2 primary, including Chris Espinosa (D), Jacqui Irwin (D), Sonia Kacker (D), Liam Hernandez (D), and Sasan Samadzaeh (D). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Espinosa’s campaign has raised $67,952 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Asm. Irwin’s campaign has raised $556,553 and is funded by corporate contributions. Irwin has served in the state assembly since 2014, and scores a lifetime 49 out of 100 on Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting record. Based on our Courage Score analysis, Asm. Irwin has supported few progressive bills that made it to a vote, earning her a spot in the Hall of Shame. She failed to vote on bills on consumer protections, support for survivors of violence, workers’ rights, economic justice, and public safety. In 2025, Asm. Irwin did not vote for bills to unmask ICE agents operating in California or prohibit employers from using only automated decision-making tools on HR decisions. In her tenure as Assemblymember, she’s been a recipient of significant contributions from real estate and law enforcement donors.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 26th Congressional District went from D+ 13% to D+ 15%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 26th Congressional District includes parts of Los Angeles and Ventura Counties.
Voter registration: 43% Democrat, 28% Republican, and 21% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 34% Latino, 8% Asian, and 3% Black.
Recent election results: CD-26 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 15 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by ten points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Elect Chris Espinosa to keep CD-26 on the right track for progress.
Progressive endorsements: Chris Espinosa has the endorsement of some groups, including Dolores Huerta Action Fund, CAUSE Action, Friends of the Earth Action, Climate Hawks Vote, and Santa Clara Valley Democratic Club. He is also supported by several community and elected leaders, including Rep. Adelita Grijalva, community attorney and advocate Barbara Macri-Ortiz, Oxnard Harbor Commissioner Jess Ramirez, and city councilmembers and school board trustees and members.
Top issues: Cost of living, health care for all, democracy, immigration reform, digital privacy, and climate and environmental justice.
Governance and community leadership experience: Espinosa is a lifelong advocate who currently advises on community-centered public policy as founder and principal of Communities First Consulting. He previously served as legislative director of climate and energy at Earthjustice; director of outreach and engagement for the House Committee on Natural Resources; and cofounder, executive vice president, and chief operating officer of GreenLatinos. Across his career, he has fought for environmental justice, immigration reform, access to affordable health care, and workers’ rights, and has taken on polluters, corporate monopolies, and anti-worker interests.
Other background: Espinosa is from Santa Paula. His mother was a local community advocate and city councilmember, and his father is a Vietnam veteran.
The Race
Primary election: There are nine candidates running in the June 2 primary, including Chris Espinosa (D), Jacqui Irwin (D), Sonia Kacker (D), Liam Hernandez (D), and Sasan Samadzaeh (D). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Espinosa’s campaign has raised $67,952 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Asm. Irwin’s campaign has raised $556,553 and is funded by corporate contributions. Irwin has served in the state assembly since 2014, and scores a lifetime 49 out of 100 on Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting record. Based on our Courage Score analysis, Asm. Irwin has supported few progressive bills that made it to a vote, earning her a spot in the Hall of Shame. She failed to vote on bills on consumer protections, support for survivors of violence, workers’ rights, economic justice, and public safety. In 2025, Asm. Irwin did not vote for bills to unmask ICE agents operating in California or prohibit employers from using only automated decision-making tools on HR decisions. In her tenure as Assemblymember, she’s been a recipient of significant contributions from real estate and law enforcement donors.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 26th Congressional District went from D+ 13% to D+ 15%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 26th Congressional District includes parts of Los Angeles and Ventura Counties.
Voter registration: 43% Democrat, 28% Republican, and 21% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 34% Latino, 8% Asian, and 3% Black.
Recent election results: CD-26 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 15 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by ten points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Elect Chris Espinosa to keep CD-26 on the right track for progress.
Progressive endorsements: Chris Espinosa has the endorsement of some groups, including Dolores Huerta Action Fund, CAUSE Action, Friends of the Earth Action, Climate Hawks Vote, and Santa Clara Valley Democratic Club. He is also supported by several community and elected leaders, including Rep. Adelita Grijalva, community attorney and advocate Barbara Macri-Ortiz, Oxnard Harbor Commissioner Jess Ramirez, and city councilmembers and school board trustees and members.
Top issues: Cost of living, health care for all, democracy, immigration reform, digital privacy, and climate and environmental justice.
Governance and community leadership experience: Espinosa is a lifelong advocate who currently advises on community-centered public policy as founder and principal of Communities First Consulting. He previously served as legislative director of climate and energy at Earthjustice; director of outreach and engagement for the House Committee on Natural Resources; and cofounder, executive vice president, and chief operating officer of GreenLatinos. Across his career, he has fought for environmental justice, immigration reform, access to affordable health care, and workers’ rights, and has taken on polluters, corporate monopolies, and anti-worker interests.
Other background: Espinosa is from Santa Paula. His mother was a local community advocate and city councilmember, and his father is a Vietnam veteran.
The Race
Primary election: There are nine candidates running in the June 2 primary, including Chris Espinosa (D), Jacqui Irwin (D), Sonia Kacker (D), Liam Hernandez (D), and Sasan Samadzaeh (D). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Espinosa’s campaign has raised $67,952 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Asm. Irwin’s campaign has raised $556,553 and is funded by corporate contributions. Irwin has served in the state assembly since 2014, and scores a lifetime 49 out of 100 on Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting record. Based on our Courage Score analysis, Asm. Irwin has supported few progressive bills that made it to a vote, earning her a spot in the Hall of Shame. She failed to vote on bills on consumer protections, support for survivors of violence, workers’ rights, economic justice, and public safety. In 2025, Asm. Irwin did not vote for bills to unmask ICE agents operating in California or prohibit employers from using only automated decision-making tools on HR decisions. In her tenure as Assemblymember, she’s been a recipient of significant contributions from real estate and law enforcement donors.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 26th Congressional District went from D+ 13% to D+ 15%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 26th Congressional District includes parts of Los Angeles and Ventura Counties.
Voter registration: 43% Democrat, 28% Republican, and 21% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 34% Latino, 8% Asian, and 3% Black.
Recent election results: CD-26 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 15 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by ten points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
27th Congressional District
Re-elect Rep. George Whitesides to keep CD-27 on the right track for progress.
Progressive endorsements: Rep. Whitesides has the endorsement of many progressive groups, including California Environmental Voters, Reproductive Freedom for All, Stonewall Democratic Club, Los Angeles Federation of Labor, Nation Union of Healthcare Workers, California Teachers Association, and several other labor unions. He is also supported by several elected officials, such as U.S. Senator Alex Padilla, U.S. Senator Mark Kelly, House Democratic Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar, Rep. Judy Chu, and Rep. Ro Khanna.
Governance: Rep. Whitesides has served in this congressional seat since 2025, when he was elected with over 2% of the vote, unseating the Republican incumbent. This session, Rep. Whitesides has sponsored eight bills, including legislation to establish the Office of National Fraud and Scam Prevention, protect federal statistical agencies from presidential overreach, increase transparency of U.S. Postal Service closures and consolidations, and exclude relief payments made to the victims of the Chiquita Canyon elevated temperature landfill event from taxation.
Immigration record: Early in his tenure in Congress, Rep. Whitesides was one of 12 Democrats who broke with the party to vote for the Laken Riley Act — which helped kick off the Trump administration’s anti-immigrant agenda — and later for a resolution that affirmed free and open communication between local, state, and federal law enforcement and thanked ICE. He has also firmly condemned ICE and Border Patrol tactics, voted against unconditional funding for the Department of Homeland Security, conducted oversight of the Adelanto ICE detention center, demanded answers for the illegal National Guard deployment in Los Angeles, and co-sponsored the bipartisan American Dream and Promise Act to provide a pathway to citizenship for Dreamers. Whiteside’s Democratic colleagues have sponsored more comprehensive legislation limiting the powers of ICE and providing protection for more undocumented immigrants.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: No.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Whitesides sits on the House Armed Services Committee and as vice ranking member of the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee.
Other background: Rep. Whitesides served as chief of staff at NASA, where he was awarded the Distinguished Service Medal, and as CEO of Virgin Galactic. He co-founded a policy nonprofit dedicated to addressing the wildfire crisis and home-insurance problems, previously served on the board of AV EDGE (Antelope Valley Economic Development and Growth Enterprise), and co-chaired the Antelope Valley COVID-19 Task Force.
The Race
Primary election: There are four candidates running in the June 2 primary, including incumbent Rep. George Whitesides (D), Roberto Ramos (D), Caleb Norwood (D), and Jason Gibbs (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Whitesides’ campaign has raised $3,388,652 and is not funded by fossil fuel or law enforcement contributions.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Gibbs’ campaign has raised $343,899 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 27th Congressional District went from D+ 10% to D+ 15%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 27th Congressional District includes parts of Los Angeles County.
Voter registration: 42% Democrat, 28% Republican, and 23% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 39% Latino, 9% Asian, and 11% Black.
Recent election results: CD-27 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by ten points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by six points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Re-elect Rep. George Whitesides to keep CD-27 on the right track for progress.
Progressive endorsements: Rep. Whitesides has the endorsement of many progressive groups, including California Environmental Voters, Reproductive Freedom for All, Stonewall Democratic Club, Los Angeles Federation of Labor, Nation Union of Healthcare Workers, California Teachers Association, and several other labor unions. He is also supported by several elected officials, such as U.S. Senator Alex Padilla, U.S. Senator Mark Kelly, House Democratic Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar, Rep. Judy Chu, and Rep. Ro Khanna.
Governance: Rep. Whitesides has served in this congressional seat since 2025, when he was elected with over 2% of the vote, unseating the Republican incumbent. This session, Rep. Whitesides has sponsored eight bills, including legislation to establish the Office of National Fraud and Scam Prevention, protect federal statistical agencies from presidential overreach, increase transparency of U.S. Postal Service closures and consolidations, and exclude relief payments made to the victims of the Chiquita Canyon elevated temperature landfill event from taxation.
Immigration record: Early in his tenure in Congress, Rep. Whitesides was one of 12 Democrats who broke with the party to vote for the Laken Riley Act — which helped kick off the Trump administration’s anti-immigrant agenda — and later for a resolution that affirmed free and open communication between local, state, and federal law enforcement and thanked ICE. He has also firmly condemned ICE and Border Patrol tactics, voted against unconditional funding for the Department of Homeland Security, conducted oversight of the Adelanto ICE detention center, demanded answers for the illegal National Guard deployment in Los Angeles, and co-sponsored the bipartisan American Dream and Promise Act to provide a pathway to citizenship for Dreamers. Whiteside’s Democratic colleagues have sponsored more comprehensive legislation limiting the powers of ICE and providing protection for more undocumented immigrants.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: No.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Whitesides sits on the House Armed Services Committee and as vice ranking member of the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee.
Other background: Rep. Whitesides served as chief of staff at NASA, where he was awarded the Distinguished Service Medal, and as CEO of Virgin Galactic. He co-founded a policy nonprofit dedicated to addressing the wildfire crisis and home-insurance problems, previously served on the board of AV EDGE (Antelope Valley Economic Development and Growth Enterprise), and co-chaired the Antelope Valley COVID-19 Task Force.
The Race
Primary election: There are four candidates running in the June 2 primary, including incumbent Rep. George Whitesides (D), Roberto Ramos (D), Caleb Norwood (D), and Jason Gibbs (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Whitesides’ campaign has raised $3,388,652 and is not funded by fossil fuel or law enforcement contributions.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Gibbs’ campaign has raised $343,899 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 27th Congressional District went from D+ 10% to D+ 15%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 27th Congressional District includes parts of Los Angeles County.
Voter registration: 42% Democrat, 28% Republican, and 23% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 39% Latino, 9% Asian, and 11% Black.
Recent election results: CD-27 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by ten points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by six points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Re-elect Rep. George Whitesides to keep CD-27 on the right track for progress.
Progressive endorsements: Rep. Whitesides has the endorsement of many progressive groups, including California Environmental Voters, Reproductive Freedom for All, Stonewall Democratic Club, Los Angeles Federation of Labor, Nation Union of Healthcare Workers, California Teachers Association, and several other labor unions. He is also supported by several elected officials, such as U.S. Senator Alex Padilla, U.S. Senator Mark Kelly, House Democratic Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar, Rep. Judy Chu, and Rep. Ro Khanna.
Governance: Rep. Whitesides has served in this congressional seat since 2025, when he was elected with over 2% of the vote, unseating the Republican incumbent. This session, Rep. Whitesides has sponsored eight bills, including legislation to establish the Office of National Fraud and Scam Prevention, protect federal statistical agencies from presidential overreach, increase transparency of U.S. Postal Service closures and consolidations, and exclude relief payments made to the victims of the Chiquita Canyon elevated temperature landfill event from taxation.
Immigration record: Early in his tenure in Congress, Rep. Whitesides was one of 12 Democrats who broke with the party to vote for the Laken Riley Act — which helped kick off the Trump administration’s anti-immigrant agenda — and later for a resolution that affirmed free and open communication between local, state, and federal law enforcement and thanked ICE. He has also firmly condemned ICE and Border Patrol tactics, voted against unconditional funding for the Department of Homeland Security, conducted oversight of the Adelanto ICE detention center, demanded answers for the illegal National Guard deployment in Los Angeles, and co-sponsored the bipartisan American Dream and Promise Act to provide a pathway to citizenship for Dreamers. Whiteside’s Democratic colleagues have sponsored more comprehensive legislation limiting the powers of ICE and providing protection for more undocumented immigrants.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: No.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Whitesides sits on the House Armed Services Committee and as vice ranking member of the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee.
Other background: Rep. Whitesides served as chief of staff at NASA, where he was awarded the Distinguished Service Medal, and as CEO of Virgin Galactic. He co-founded a policy nonprofit dedicated to addressing the wildfire crisis and home-insurance problems, previously served on the board of AV EDGE (Antelope Valley Economic Development and Growth Enterprise), and co-chaired the Antelope Valley COVID-19 Task Force.
The Race
Primary election: There are four candidates running in the June 2 primary, including incumbent Rep. George Whitesides (D), Roberto Ramos (D), Caleb Norwood (D), and Jason Gibbs (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Whitesides’ campaign has raised $3,388,652 and is not funded by fossil fuel or law enforcement contributions.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Gibbs’ campaign has raised $343,899 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 27th Congressional District went from D+ 10% to D+ 15%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 27th Congressional District includes parts of Los Angeles County.
Voter registration: 42% Democrat, 28% Republican, and 23% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 39% Latino, 9% Asian, and 11% Black.
Recent election results: CD-27 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by ten points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by six points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
28th Congressional District
Re-elect Congressional Representative Judy Chu to keep CD-28 on the right track for progress.
Progressive endorsements: Rep. Judy Chu has the endorsement of many groups, including California Environmental Voters, Asian Democrats of Los Angeles County, Reproductive Freedom for All, Stonewall Young Democratic Club, Los Angeles County Federation of Labor, California Teachers Association, National Union of Healthcare Workers, and several other labor unions. She is also supported by many elected officials, such as U.S. Senator Alex Padilla, Rep. Robert Garcia, Rep. Ro Khanna, Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove, and Rep. Ted Lieu, as well as city councilmembers and school board members.
Priority bills: This year, Rep. Chu’s priorities for CD-28 have included 25 bills about protecting abortion rights, improving wildfire predictions, limiting the president’s power to discriminate based on national origin or religion, providing mortgage and tax relief for survivors of natural disasters, extending tax protections to same-sex couples, and expanding mental health supports to underserved communities. Of these, one passed the House and all others remain in committee. She has sponsored and passed legislation to support small businesses.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: Yes.
Committee Leadership/Membership: Rep. Chu currently sits on two committees: Budget, and Ways and Means.
Governance and community leadership experience: Rep. Chu has served in Congress since 2009, and won her 2024 re-election against a Republican challenger by 30 points.
The Race
Primary election: There are three candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Judy Chu (D), Peter Roybal (D), and April Verlato (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Chu’s campaign has raised $823,738 and is not funded by the police.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: April Verlato’s campaign has raised $50.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Peter Roybal’s campaign has not filed any campaign-fundraising receipts with the FEC as of March 2026.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 28th Congressional District went from D+ 24% to D+ 22%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 28th Congressional District includes parts of Los Angeles and San Bernardino Counties.
Voter registration: 45% Democrat, 23% Republican, and 26% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 26% Latino, 34% Asian, and 5% Black.
Recent election results: CD-28 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 25 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 24 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Re-elect Congressional Representative Judy Chu to keep CD-28 on the right track for progress.
Progressive endorsements: Rep. Judy Chu has the endorsement of many groups, including California Environmental Voters, Asian Democrats of Los Angeles County, Reproductive Freedom for All, Stonewall Young Democratic Club, Los Angeles County Federation of Labor, California Teachers Association, National Union of Healthcare Workers, and several other labor unions. She is also supported by many elected officials, such as U.S. Senator Alex Padilla, Rep. Robert Garcia, Rep. Ro Khanna, Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove, and Rep. Ted Lieu, as well as city councilmembers and school board members.
Priority bills: This year, Rep. Chu’s priorities for CD-28 have included 25 bills about protecting abortion rights, improving wildfire predictions, limiting the president’s power to discriminate based on national origin or religion, providing mortgage and tax relief for survivors of natural disasters, extending tax protections to same-sex couples, and expanding mental health supports to underserved communities. Of these, one passed the House and all others remain in committee. She has sponsored and passed legislation to support small businesses.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: Yes.
Committee Leadership/Membership: Rep. Chu currently sits on two committees: Budget, and Ways and Means.
Governance and community leadership experience: Rep. Chu has served in Congress since 2009, and won her 2024 re-election against a Republican challenger by 30 points.
The Race
Primary election: There are three candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Judy Chu (D), Peter Roybal (D), and April Verlato (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Chu’s campaign has raised $823,738 and is not funded by the police.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: April Verlato’s campaign has raised $50.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Peter Roybal’s campaign has not filed any campaign-fundraising receipts with the FEC as of March 2026.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 28th Congressional District went from D+ 24% to D+ 22%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 28th Congressional District includes parts of Los Angeles and San Bernardino Counties.
Voter registration: 45% Democrat, 23% Republican, and 26% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 26% Latino, 34% Asian, and 5% Black.
Recent election results: CD-28 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 25 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 24 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Re-elect Congressional Representative Judy Chu to keep CD-28 on the right track for progress.
Progressive endorsements: Rep. Judy Chu has the endorsement of many groups, including California Environmental Voters, Asian Democrats of Los Angeles County, Reproductive Freedom for All, Stonewall Young Democratic Club, Los Angeles County Federation of Labor, California Teachers Association, National Union of Healthcare Workers, and several other labor unions. She is also supported by many elected officials, such as U.S. Senator Alex Padilla, Rep. Robert Garcia, Rep. Ro Khanna, Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove, and Rep. Ted Lieu, as well as city councilmembers and school board members.
Priority bills: This year, Rep. Chu’s priorities for CD-28 have included 25 bills about protecting abortion rights, improving wildfire predictions, limiting the president’s power to discriminate based on national origin or religion, providing mortgage and tax relief for survivors of natural disasters, extending tax protections to same-sex couples, and expanding mental health supports to underserved communities. Of these, one passed the House and all others remain in committee. She has sponsored and passed legislation to support small businesses.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: Yes.
Committee Leadership/Membership: Rep. Chu currently sits on two committees: Budget, and Ways and Means.
Governance and community leadership experience: Rep. Chu has served in Congress since 2009, and won her 2024 re-election against a Republican challenger by 30 points.
The Race
Primary election: There are three candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Judy Chu (D), Peter Roybal (D), and April Verlato (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Chu’s campaign has raised $823,738 and is not funded by the police.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: April Verlato’s campaign has raised $50.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Peter Roybal’s campaign has not filed any campaign-fundraising receipts with the FEC as of March 2026.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 28th Congressional District went from D+ 24% to D+ 22%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 28th Congressional District includes parts of Los Angeles and San Bernardino Counties.
Voter registration: 45% Democrat, 23% Republican, and 26% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 26% Latino, 34% Asian, and 5% Black.
Recent election results: CD-28 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 25 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 24 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
29th Congressional District
Re-elect Congressional Representative Luz Rivas to keep CD-29 on the right track for progress.
Priority bills: This year, Rep. Rivas’s priorities for CD-29 have included eight bills about pathways to careers in STEM, creating protections for those in ICE custody, and increasing access to computer science and AI through education. All currently remain in committee.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: Yes.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Rivas currently sits on two committees: Natural Resources, and Science, Space, and Technology.
Governance and community leadership experience: Rep. Rivas has served in this congressional seat since 2025, when she was elected with 70% of the vote.
The Race
Primary election: There are three candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Luz Rivas (D), Angélica Dueñas (D), and Rudy Melendez (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Rivas’ campaign has raised $551,838 and is not funded by the police.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Angélica Dueñas’ campaign has raised $13,263.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Rudy Melendez’s campaign has not filed any campaign-fundraising receipts with the FEC as of March 2026.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 29th Congressional District went from D+ 39% to D+ 36%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 29th Congressional District includes parts of Los Angeles County.
Voter registration: 52% Democrat, 16% Republican, and 25% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 54% Latino, 9% Asian, and 6% Black. This district is considered to be one of the strong Latino seats in the California congressional delegation.
Recent election results: CD-29 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 34 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 44 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Re-elect Congressional Representative Luz Rivas to keep CD-29 on the right track for progress.
Priority bills: This year, Rep. Rivas’s priorities for CD-29 have included eight bills about pathways to careers in STEM, creating protections for those in ICE custody, and increasing access to computer science and AI through education. All currently remain in committee.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: Yes.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Rivas currently sits on two committees: Natural Resources, and Science, Space, and Technology.
Governance and community leadership experience: Rep. Rivas has served in this congressional seat since 2025, when she was elected with 70% of the vote.
The Race
Primary election: There are three candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Luz Rivas (D), Angélica Dueñas (D), and Rudy Melendez (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Rivas’ campaign has raised $551,838 and is not funded by the police.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Angélica Dueñas’ campaign has raised $13,263.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Rudy Melendez’s campaign has not filed any campaign-fundraising receipts with the FEC as of March 2026.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 29th Congressional District went from D+ 39% to D+ 36%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 29th Congressional District includes parts of Los Angeles County.
Voter registration: 52% Democrat, 16% Republican, and 25% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 54% Latino, 9% Asian, and 6% Black. This district is considered to be one of the strong Latino seats in the California congressional delegation.
Recent election results: CD-29 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 34 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 44 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Re-elect Congressional Representative Luz Rivas to keep CD-29 on the right track for progress.
Priority bills: This year, Rep. Rivas’s priorities for CD-29 have included eight bills about pathways to careers in STEM, creating protections for those in ICE custody, and increasing access to computer science and AI through education. All currently remain in committee.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: Yes.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Rivas currently sits on two committees: Natural Resources, and Science, Space, and Technology.
Governance and community leadership experience: Rep. Rivas has served in this congressional seat since 2025, when she was elected with 70% of the vote.
The Race
Primary election: There are three candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Luz Rivas (D), Angélica Dueñas (D), and Rudy Melendez (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Rivas’ campaign has raised $551,838 and is not funded by the police.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Angélica Dueñas’ campaign has raised $13,263.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Rudy Melendez’s campaign has not filed any campaign-fundraising receipts with the FEC as of March 2026.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 29th Congressional District went from D+ 39% to D+ 36%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 29th Congressional District includes parts of Los Angeles County.
Voter registration: 52% Democrat, 16% Republican, and 25% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 54% Latino, 9% Asian, and 6% Black. This district is considered to be one of the strong Latino seats in the California congressional delegation.
Recent election results: CD-29 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 34 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 44 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
30th Congressional District
Re-elect Rep. Laura Friedman to keep CD-30 on the right track for progress.
Progressive endorsements: Rep. Friedman has the endorsement of many groups, including California Environmental Voters, Abundant Housing Los Angeles, Equality California, Jane Fonda Climate PAC, California Federation of Labor Unions, National Union of Healthcare Workers, and Planned Parenthood Action Fund.
Priority bills: This year, Rep. Friedman’s priorities for CD-30 have included ten bills about protecting victims of natural disasters by allowing victims of natural disasters to receive assistance from multiple sources and combatting price-gouging, developing more public transit, increasing safety on public transportation by increasing police presence and improving infrastructure, and repealing a Trump ban on Medicaid reimbursements to Planned Parenthood. All currently remain in committee.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: Yes.
Committee leadership/lembership: Rep. Friedman currently sits on the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee and the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.
Governance and community leadership experience: Rep. Friedman has served in this congressional seat since 2025, when she was elected with over 68% of the vote.
The Race
Primary election: There are seven candidates running in the June 2 primary, including incumbent Rep. Laura Friedman (D), Lester Herman (D), Cameron Tennyson (D), Joel Lava (D), and an NPP and two Republican candidates. The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Friedman’s campaign has raised $637,256 and is not funded by the fossil fuel industry or the police.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Lester Herman’s campaign has raised $28,505 and is almost completely self-funded by the candidate.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Cameron Tennyson’s campaign has raised $3,665 is almost completely self-funded by the candidate.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Joel Lava’s campaign has raised $1,780.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 30th Congressional District went from D+ 37% to D+ 35%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 30th Congressional District includes parts of Los Angeles County.
Voter registration: 52% Democrat, 18% Republican, and 24% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 20% Latino, 12% Asian, and 5% Black.
Recent election results: CD-30 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 40 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 48 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Re-elect Rep. Laura Friedman to keep CD-30 on the right track for progress.
Progressive endorsements: Rep. Friedman has the endorsement of many groups, including California Environmental Voters, Abundant Housing Los Angeles, Equality California, Jane Fonda Climate PAC, California Federation of Labor Unions, National Union of Healthcare Workers, and Planned Parenthood Action Fund.
Priority bills: This year, Rep. Friedman’s priorities for CD-30 have included ten bills about protecting victims of natural disasters by allowing victims of natural disasters to receive assistance from multiple sources and combatting price-gouging, developing more public transit, increasing safety on public transportation by increasing police presence and improving infrastructure, and repealing a Trump ban on Medicaid reimbursements to Planned Parenthood. All currently remain in committee.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: Yes.
Committee leadership/lembership: Rep. Friedman currently sits on the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee and the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.
Governance and community leadership experience: Rep. Friedman has served in this congressional seat since 2025, when she was elected with over 68% of the vote.
The Race
Primary election: There are seven candidates running in the June 2 primary, including incumbent Rep. Laura Friedman (D), Lester Herman (D), Cameron Tennyson (D), Joel Lava (D), and an NPP and two Republican candidates. The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Friedman’s campaign has raised $637,256 and is not funded by the fossil fuel industry or the police.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Lester Herman’s campaign has raised $28,505 and is almost completely self-funded by the candidate.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Cameron Tennyson’s campaign has raised $3,665 is almost completely self-funded by the candidate.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Joel Lava’s campaign has raised $1,780.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 30th Congressional District went from D+ 37% to D+ 35%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 30th Congressional District includes parts of Los Angeles County.
Voter registration: 52% Democrat, 18% Republican, and 24% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 20% Latino, 12% Asian, and 5% Black.
Recent election results: CD-30 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 40 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 48 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Re-elect Rep. Laura Friedman to keep CD-30 on the right track for progress.
Progressive endorsements: Rep. Friedman has the endorsement of many groups, including California Environmental Voters, Abundant Housing Los Angeles, Equality California, Jane Fonda Climate PAC, California Federation of Labor Unions, National Union of Healthcare Workers, and Planned Parenthood Action Fund.
Priority bills: This year, Rep. Friedman’s priorities for CD-30 have included ten bills about protecting victims of natural disasters by allowing victims of natural disasters to receive assistance from multiple sources and combatting price-gouging, developing more public transit, increasing safety on public transportation by increasing police presence and improving infrastructure, and repealing a Trump ban on Medicaid reimbursements to Planned Parenthood. All currently remain in committee.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: Yes.
Committee leadership/lembership: Rep. Friedman currently sits on the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee and the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.
Governance and community leadership experience: Rep. Friedman has served in this congressional seat since 2025, when she was elected with over 68% of the vote.
The Race
Primary election: There are seven candidates running in the June 2 primary, including incumbent Rep. Laura Friedman (D), Lester Herman (D), Cameron Tennyson (D), Joel Lava (D), and an NPP and two Republican candidates. The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Friedman’s campaign has raised $637,256 and is not funded by the fossil fuel industry or the police.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Lester Herman’s campaign has raised $28,505 and is almost completely self-funded by the candidate.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Cameron Tennyson’s campaign has raised $3,665 is almost completely self-funded by the candidate.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Joel Lava’s campaign has raised $1,780.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 30th Congressional District went from D+ 37% to D+ 35%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 30th Congressional District includes parts of Los Angeles County.
Voter registration: 52% Democrat, 18% Republican, and 24% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 20% Latino, 12% Asian, and 5% Black.
Recent election results: CD-30 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 40 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 48 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
31st Congressional District
Re-elect Congressional Representative Gil Cisneros to keep CD-31 on the right track for progress.
Progressive endorsements: Rep. Cisneros has the endorsement of many groups, including Planned Parenthood, Repro Freedom for All, VoteVets, Black LA Young Democrats, GiffordsPAC, BradyPAC, Latino Victory Fund, California Environmental Voters, Equality California, Human Rights Campaign, and Moms Demand Action, as well as labor unions like SEIU, California Teachers Association, United Auto Workers, and the LA County Federation of Labor. He has also received endorsements from problematic stakeholders, including Association of Los Angeles Deputy Sheriffs.
Priority bills: This year, Rep. Cisneros’s priorities for CD-31 have included 13 bills about modernizing IT services in the government and the Small Business Administration; increasing recruitment in the armed services; and researching affordable housing, educational services, and mental health care for service members. Of these, one has successfully passed the House and the rest remain in committee.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: No.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Cisneros currently sits on the Armed Services Committee and the Small Business Committee.
Governance and community leadership experience: Rep. Cisneros has served in this congressional seat since 2025, when he was elected with 60% of the vote. He also served in the CD-39 seat from 2019–2021, between two Republican representatives.
The Race
Primary election: There are three candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Gil Cisneros (D), Eric Ching (R), and Erskine Levi (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Cisneros’ campaign has raised $487,965 and is not funded by the police.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Eric Ching’s campaign has raised $67,137.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Erskine Levi’s campaign has not filed any campaign-fundraising receipts with the FEC as of March 2026.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 31st Congressional District went from D+ 24% to D+ 18%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 31st Congressional District includes parts of Los Angeles and San Bernardino County.
Voter registration: 44% Democrat, 26% Republican, and 23% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 52% Latino, 18% Asian, and 5% Black. This district is considered to be one of the strong Latino seats in the California congressional delegation.
Recent election results: CD-31 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 12 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by nine points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Re-elect Congressional Representative Gil Cisneros to keep CD-31 on the right track for progress.
Progressive endorsements: Rep. Cisneros has the endorsement of many groups, including Planned Parenthood, Repro Freedom for All, VoteVets, Black LA Young Democrats, GiffordsPAC, BradyPAC, Latino Victory Fund, California Environmental Voters, Equality California, Human Rights Campaign, and Moms Demand Action, as well as labor unions like SEIU, California Teachers Association, United Auto Workers, and the LA County Federation of Labor. He has also received endorsements from problematic stakeholders, including Association of Los Angeles Deputy Sheriffs.
Priority bills: This year, Rep. Cisneros’s priorities for CD-31 have included 13 bills about modernizing IT services in the government and the Small Business Administration; increasing recruitment in the armed services; and researching affordable housing, educational services, and mental health care for service members. Of these, one has successfully passed the House and the rest remain in committee.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: No.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Cisneros currently sits on the Armed Services Committee and the Small Business Committee.
Governance and community leadership experience: Rep. Cisneros has served in this congressional seat since 2025, when he was elected with 60% of the vote. He also served in the CD-39 seat from 2019–2021, between two Republican representatives.
The Race
Primary election: There are three candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Gil Cisneros (D), Eric Ching (R), and Erskine Levi (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Cisneros’ campaign has raised $487,965 and is not funded by the police.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Eric Ching’s campaign has raised $67,137.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Erskine Levi’s campaign has not filed any campaign-fundraising receipts with the FEC as of March 2026.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 31st Congressional District went from D+ 24% to D+ 18%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 31st Congressional District includes parts of Los Angeles and San Bernardino County.
Voter registration: 44% Democrat, 26% Republican, and 23% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 52% Latino, 18% Asian, and 5% Black. This district is considered to be one of the strong Latino seats in the California congressional delegation.
Recent election results: CD-31 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 12 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by nine points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Re-elect Congressional Representative Gil Cisneros to keep CD-31 on the right track for progress.
Progressive endorsements: Rep. Cisneros has the endorsement of many groups, including Planned Parenthood, Repro Freedom for All, VoteVets, Black LA Young Democrats, GiffordsPAC, BradyPAC, Latino Victory Fund, California Environmental Voters, Equality California, Human Rights Campaign, and Moms Demand Action, as well as labor unions like SEIU, California Teachers Association, United Auto Workers, and the LA County Federation of Labor. He has also received endorsements from problematic stakeholders, including Association of Los Angeles Deputy Sheriffs.
Priority bills: This year, Rep. Cisneros’s priorities for CD-31 have included 13 bills about modernizing IT services in the government and the Small Business Administration; increasing recruitment in the armed services; and researching affordable housing, educational services, and mental health care for service members. Of these, one has successfully passed the House and the rest remain in committee.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: No.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Cisneros currently sits on the Armed Services Committee and the Small Business Committee.
Governance and community leadership experience: Rep. Cisneros has served in this congressional seat since 2025, when he was elected with 60% of the vote. He also served in the CD-39 seat from 2019–2021, between two Republican representatives.
The Race
Primary election: There are three candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Gil Cisneros (D), Eric Ching (R), and Erskine Levi (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Cisneros’ campaign has raised $487,965 and is not funded by the police.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Eric Ching’s campaign has raised $67,137.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Erskine Levi’s campaign has not filed any campaign-fundraising receipts with the FEC as of March 2026.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 31st Congressional District went from D+ 24% to D+ 18%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 31st Congressional District includes parts of Los Angeles and San Bernardino County.
Voter registration: 44% Democrat, 26% Republican, and 23% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 52% Latino, 18% Asian, and 5% Black. This district is considered to be one of the strong Latino seats in the California congressional delegation.
Recent election results: CD-31 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 12 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by nine points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
32nd Congressional District
Based on our analysis, this is a safe Democratic district. We recommend you choose the Democratic candidate that best aligns with your values.
Rep. Brad Sherman has served in Congress since 1997, and won his 2024 re-election against a Republican challenger by 32 points. This session, Rep. Sherman’s priorities for CD-32 have included ten bills about housing access for disabled veterans, reviewing the discontinuation of USAID, prohibiting the deployment of troops to Greenland, easing unionization efforts, improving relations with North Korea, reducing restrictions on investment companies, and increasing sanctions on Palestine and the PRC. Of these, two have successfully passed the House and all others remain in committee. He has sponsored and passed legislation to commemorate historical moments and protect the autonomy of Hong Kong from Mainland China. Rep. Sherman currently sits on the Financial Services Committee and the Foreign Affairs Committee. He is a member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus. Rep. Sherman has the endorsement of many groups, including Los Angeles County Democratic Party, Equality California, Valley Grassroots for Democracy, Planned Parenthood Action Fund, Los Angeles County Federation of Labor, California Teachers Association, and several other labor unions. He has also received an endorsement from the problematic Association for Los Angeles Deputy Sheriffs.
Jake Levine is a founder of Department of Angels, a community organization delivering relief to survivors of the Palisades and Eaton Fires, and the California Climate Action Corps. He previously worked at the Development Finance Corporation to lead federal government and private sector collaboration to invest in American businesses, helped build Opower, a clean energy startup, and put coalitions together to pass environmental-justice legislation in California. Levine’s priorities include an economy that works for all, building more affordable housing, immigration reform, a just transition to a clean energy economy, building the Sepulveda Transit Corridor, guaranteed childcare, higher education, Medicare for All, keeping the entertainment economy in Los Angeles, and insurance reform. He has the endorsement of several groups, including California Environmental Voters, Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) Action Fund, East Valley Indivisibles, San Fernando Indivisibles, California Young Democrats, Stonewall Young Democrats, and Chicano Latino Immigrant Democratic Club of Los Angeles County. Levine also has the support of several community and elected leaders, including Asm. Buffy Wicks, South Pasadena Mayor Sheila Rossi, California Energy Commissioner David Hochschild, former California Air Resources Board Chair Mary Nichols, and Heal the Bay President Tracy Quinn.
The Race
Primary election: There are nine candidates running in the June 2 primary, including incumbent Rep. Brad Sherman (D), Jake Levine (D), Doug Smith (NPP), and Larry Thompson (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Sherman’s campaign has raised $1,435,582 and is not funded by the police.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Levine’s campaign has raised $1,595,869 and is not funded by corporate PACS, the real estate industry, the fossil fuel industry, or the police.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 32nd Congressional District went from D+ 31% to D+ 23%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 32nd Congressional District includes parts of Los Angeles and Ventura Counties.
Voter registration: 47% Democrat, 24% Republican, and 22% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 20% Latino, 12% Asian, and 5% Black.
Recent election results: CD-32 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 25 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 25 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Based on our analysis, this is a safe Democratic district. We recommend you choose the Democratic candidate that best aligns with your values.
Rep. Brad Sherman has served in Congress since 1997, and won his 2024 re-election against a Republican challenger by 32 points. This session, Rep. Sherman’s priorities for CD-32 have included ten bills about housing access for disabled veterans, reviewing the discontinuation of USAID, prohibiting the deployment of troops to Greenland, easing unionization efforts, improving relations with North Korea, reducing restrictions on investment companies, and increasing sanctions on Palestine and the PRC. Of these, two have successfully passed the House and all others remain in committee. He has sponsored and passed legislation to commemorate historical moments and protect the autonomy of Hong Kong from Mainland China. Rep. Sherman currently sits on the Financial Services Committee and the Foreign Affairs Committee. He is a member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus. Rep. Sherman has the endorsement of many groups, including Los Angeles County Democratic Party, Equality California, Valley Grassroots for Democracy, Planned Parenthood Action Fund, Los Angeles County Federation of Labor, California Teachers Association, and several other labor unions. He has also received an endorsement from the problematic Association for Los Angeles Deputy Sheriffs.
Jake Levine is a founder of Department of Angels, a community organization delivering relief to survivors of the Palisades and Eaton Fires, and the California Climate Action Corps. He previously worked at the Development Finance Corporation to lead federal government and private sector collaboration to invest in American businesses, helped build Opower, a clean energy startup, and put coalitions together to pass environmental-justice legislation in California. Levine’s priorities include an economy that works for all, building more affordable housing, immigration reform, a just transition to a clean energy economy, building the Sepulveda Transit Corridor, guaranteed childcare, higher education, Medicare for All, keeping the entertainment economy in Los Angeles, and insurance reform. He has the endorsement of several groups, including California Environmental Voters, Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) Action Fund, East Valley Indivisibles, San Fernando Indivisibles, California Young Democrats, Stonewall Young Democrats, and Chicano Latino Immigrant Democratic Club of Los Angeles County. Levine also has the support of several community and elected leaders, including Asm. Buffy Wicks, South Pasadena Mayor Sheila Rossi, California Energy Commissioner David Hochschild, former California Air Resources Board Chair Mary Nichols, and Heal the Bay President Tracy Quinn.
The Race
Primary election: There are nine candidates running in the June 2 primary, including incumbent Rep. Brad Sherman (D), Jake Levine (D), Doug Smith (NPP), and Larry Thompson (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Sherman’s campaign has raised $1,435,582 and is not funded by the police.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Levine’s campaign has raised $1,595,869 and is not funded by corporate PACS, the real estate industry, the fossil fuel industry, or the police.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 32nd Congressional District went from D+ 31% to D+ 23%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 32nd Congressional District includes parts of Los Angeles and Ventura Counties.
Voter registration: 47% Democrat, 24% Republican, and 22% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 20% Latino, 12% Asian, and 5% Black.
Recent election results: CD-32 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 25 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 25 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
33rd Congressional District
Re-elect Congressional Representative Pete Aguilar to keep CD-33 on the right track for progress.
Priority bills: This session, Rep. Aguilar’s priorities for CD-33 have included two bills about extending free school lunches to more children and expanding services in affordable housing developments. He has sponsored and passed legislation to allow veterans to access their records more easily.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: No.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Aguilar currently sits on the House Appropriations committee. He has chaired the House Democratic Caucus since 2023.
Governance and community leadership experience: Rep. Aguilar has served in Congress since 2015, and won his 2024 re-election against a Republican challenger by 18 points.
The Race
Primary election: There are 7 candidates running in the June 2 primary, including incumbent Rep. Pete Aguilar (D), Antonis Christodoulou (D), Ling Ling Shi (NPP), and several Republican candidates. The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Aguilar’s campaign has raised $3,272,797 and is not funded by the police.
Opponent fundraising and pledges: Antonis Christodoulou has raised $4,705 and is not funded by corporate PACs, the real estate industry, the fossil fuel industry, or the police.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 33rd Congressional District went from D+ 19% to D+ 17%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 33rd Congressional District includes parts of Riverside and San Bernardino Counties.
Voter registration: 43% Democrat, 26% Republican, and 23% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 55% Latino, 7% Asian, and 12% Black. This district is considered to be one of the strong Latino seats in the California congressional delegation.
Recent election results: CD-33 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by ten points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 11 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Re-elect Congressional Representative Pete Aguilar to keep CD-33 on the right track for progress.
Priority bills: This session, Rep. Aguilar’s priorities for CD-33 have included two bills about extending free school lunches to more children and expanding services in affordable housing developments. He has sponsored and passed legislation to allow veterans to access their records more easily.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: No.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Aguilar currently sits on the House Appropriations committee. He has chaired the House Democratic Caucus since 2023.
Governance and community leadership experience: Rep. Aguilar has served in Congress since 2015, and won his 2024 re-election against a Republican challenger by 18 points.
The Race
Primary election: There are 7 candidates running in the June 2 primary, including incumbent Rep. Pete Aguilar (D), Antonis Christodoulou (D), Ling Ling Shi (NPP), and several Republican candidates. The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Aguilar’s campaign has raised $3,272,797 and is not funded by the police.
Opponent fundraising and pledges: Antonis Christodoulou has raised $4,705 and is not funded by corporate PACs, the real estate industry, the fossil fuel industry, or the police.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 33rd Congressional District went from D+ 19% to D+ 17%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 33rd Congressional District includes parts of Riverside and San Bernardino Counties.
Voter registration: 43% Democrat, 26% Republican, and 23% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 55% Latino, 7% Asian, and 12% Black. This district is considered to be one of the strong Latino seats in the California congressional delegation.
Recent election results: CD-33 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by ten points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 11 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Re-elect Congressional Representative Pete Aguilar to keep CD-33 on the right track for progress.
Priority bills: This session, Rep. Aguilar’s priorities for CD-33 have included two bills about extending free school lunches to more children and expanding services in affordable housing developments. He has sponsored and passed legislation to allow veterans to access their records more easily.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: No.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Aguilar currently sits on the House Appropriations committee. He has chaired the House Democratic Caucus since 2023.
Governance and community leadership experience: Rep. Aguilar has served in Congress since 2015, and won his 2024 re-election against a Republican challenger by 18 points.
The Race
Primary election: There are 7 candidates running in the June 2 primary, including incumbent Rep. Pete Aguilar (D), Antonis Christodoulou (D), Ling Ling Shi (NPP), and several Republican candidates. The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Aguilar’s campaign has raised $3,272,797 and is not funded by the police.
Opponent fundraising and pledges: Antonis Christodoulou has raised $4,705 and is not funded by corporate PACs, the real estate industry, the fossil fuel industry, or the police.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 33rd Congressional District went from D+ 19% to D+ 17%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 33rd Congressional District includes parts of Riverside and San Bernardino Counties.
Voter registration: 43% Democrat, 26% Republican, and 23% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 55% Latino, 7% Asian, and 12% Black. This district is considered to be one of the strong Latino seats in the California congressional delegation.
Recent election results: CD-33 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by ten points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 11 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
34th Congressional District
Based on our analysis, this is a safe Democratic district. We recommend you choose the Democratic candidate who best aligns with your values.
Rep. Jimmy Gomez has served in this congressional seat since 2017, and won his re-election against a progressive Democratic challenger by 12 points. This session, his priorities for CD-34 have included ten bills, including legislation to rescind immigration-enforcement funding and expand access to housing, establish Medicare part E public health plans, prohibit the use of drones to surveil people during protests or civic disobedience, expand SNAP access for college students, and set aside grant funds for tribal health-care professions. Rep. Gomez currently sits on the Committee on Ways and Means and the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence. He is a member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus. Rep. Gomez is endorsed by Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Rep. Ayanna Pressley, Dolores Huerta, U.S. Sen. Adam Schiff, U.S. Sen. Alex Padilla, Congressional Progressive Caucus Chair Rep. Pramila Jayapal, LA Supervisor Hilda Solis, and End Citizens United.
Angela Gonzales-Torres works in supporting people transitioning from prison into universities. She previously served as president of the Highland Park Neighborhood Council, in the Los Angeles Mayor’s Office, and as a regional representative on Metro’s Public Safety Advisory Committee. Gonzales-Torres’s priority issues are housing for all, economic dignity and security, health care for all, climate action, education and youth empowerment, immigration reform and community advocacy, and pro-peace foreign policy. She is endorsed by Justice Democrats, California Working Families Party, Feel the Bern San Fernando Valley, CAIR Action California, Lucha Action, and IfNotNow Los Angeles.
The Race
Primary election: There are six candidates running in the June 2 primary, including incumbent Rep. Jimmy Gomez (D), Angela Gonzales-Torres (D), Robert Lucero (D), Arthur Dixon (D), and a NPP and Republican candidates. The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Gomez’s campaign has raised $1,045,419 and is not funded by fossil fuel or law-enforcement contributions. His problematic donors include the Real Estate Roundtable PAC, Mortgage Bankers Association PAC, and National Association of Real Estate Investment Trusts.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Gonzales-Torres’s campaign has raised $165,903 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 34th Congressional District went from D+ 49% to D+ 48%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 34th Congressional District includes parts of Los Angeles County.
Voter registration: 59% Democrat, 11% Republican, and 23% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 55% Latino, 19% Asian, and 7% Black. This district is considered to be one of the strong Latino seats in the California congressional delegation.
Recent election results: CD-34 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 51 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 63 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Based on our analysis, this is a safe Democratic district. We recommend you choose the Democratic candidate who best aligns with your values.
Rep. Jimmy Gomez has served in this congressional seat since 2017, and won his re-election against a progressive Democratic challenger by 12 points. This session, his priorities for CD-34 have included ten bills, including legislation to rescind immigration-enforcement funding and expand access to housing, establish Medicare part E public health plans, prohibit the use of drones to surveil people during protests or civic disobedience, expand SNAP access for college students, and set aside grant funds for tribal health-care professions. Rep. Gomez currently sits on the Committee on Ways and Means and the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence. He is a member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus. Rep. Gomez is endorsed by Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Rep. Ayanna Pressley, Dolores Huerta, U.S. Sen. Adam Schiff, U.S. Sen. Alex Padilla, Congressional Progressive Caucus Chair Rep. Pramila Jayapal, LA Supervisor Hilda Solis, and End Citizens United.
Angela Gonzales-Torres works in supporting people transitioning from prison into universities. She previously served as president of the Highland Park Neighborhood Council, in the Los Angeles Mayor’s Office, and as a regional representative on Metro’s Public Safety Advisory Committee. Gonzales-Torres’s priority issues are housing for all, economic dignity and security, health care for all, climate action, education and youth empowerment, immigration reform and community advocacy, and pro-peace foreign policy. She is endorsed by Justice Democrats, California Working Families Party, Feel the Bern San Fernando Valley, CAIR Action California, Lucha Action, and IfNotNow Los Angeles.
The Race
Primary election: There are six candidates running in the June 2 primary, including incumbent Rep. Jimmy Gomez (D), Angela Gonzales-Torres (D), Robert Lucero (D), Arthur Dixon (D), and a NPP and Republican candidates. The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Gomez’s campaign has raised $1,045,419 and is not funded by fossil fuel or law-enforcement contributions. His problematic donors include the Real Estate Roundtable PAC, Mortgage Bankers Association PAC, and National Association of Real Estate Investment Trusts.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Gonzales-Torres’s campaign has raised $165,903 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 34th Congressional District went from D+ 49% to D+ 48%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 34th Congressional District includes parts of Los Angeles County.
Voter registration: 59% Democrat, 11% Republican, and 23% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 55% Latino, 19% Asian, and 7% Black. This district is considered to be one of the strong Latino seats in the California congressional delegation.
Recent election results: CD-34 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 51 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 63 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
35th Congressional District
Based on our analysis, this is a safe Democratic district. We recommend you hold the Democratic incumbent accountable for her policy positions.
Rep. Norma Torres has served in Congress since 2015, and won her 2024 re-election against a Republican challenger by 16 points. This session, she has sponsored 33 bills, including legislation to prohibit the political punishment of donor states — states that send more in taxes to the federal government than they receive in federal funding — like California, establish a thriving communities grant program, improve electric grid resilience, track recidivism of January 6 rioters pardoned by the president, assist Tribes in protecting Native American seeds, and award grants to improve road safety for pedestrians. Rep. Torres is a member of the Committee on House Appropriations. She is a member of the pro-business New Democrat Coalition and is not a member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus. Rep. Torres has the endorsement of the California Environmental Voters, National Union of Healthcare Workers, Reproductive Freedom for All, California Labor Federation, Los Angeles County Federation of Labor, U.S. Sen. Alex Padilla, and Rep. Judy Chu.
Immigration record this session: Last year, Rep. Torres voted for a resolution that affirmed free and open communication between local, state, and federal law enforcement and thanked ICE. She has also firmly condemned ICE and Border Patrol tactics; voted against unconditional funding for the Department of Homeland Security; conducted oversight at an ICE facility in Los Angeles; and sponsored and co-sponsored the Fairness to Freedom Act to establish a right to legal representation in certain immigration proceedings, the American Dream and Promise Act to provide a pathway to citizenship for Dreamers, and the Stop Excessive Force in Immigration Act. Rep. Torres’s Democratic colleagues have sponsored more comprehensive legislation limiting the powers of ICE and providing protection for more undocumented immigrants.
The Race
Primary election: There are two candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Norma Torres (D) and Mike Cargile (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Torres’s campaign has raised $552,613 and is not funded by law-enforcement contributions. Her problematic donors include Edison International, Sempra Energy, AT&T, Home Depot, and Google.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 35th Congressional District went from D+ 21% to D+ 16%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 35th Congressional District includes parts of Los Angeles, Riverside, and San Bernardino Counties.
Voter registration: 43% Democrat, 27% Republican, and 23% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 53% Latino, 13% Asian, and 7% Black. This district is considered to be one of the strong Latino seats in the California congressional delegation.
Recent election results: CD-35 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by eight points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by seven points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Based on our analysis, this is a safe Democratic district. We recommend you hold the Democratic incumbent accountable for her policy positions.
Rep. Norma Torres has served in Congress since 2015, and won her 2024 re-election against a Republican challenger by 16 points. This session, she has sponsored 33 bills, including legislation to prohibit the political punishment of donor states — states that send more in taxes to the federal government than they receive in federal funding — like California, establish a thriving communities grant program, improve electric grid resilience, track recidivism of January 6 rioters pardoned by the president, assist Tribes in protecting Native American seeds, and award grants to improve road safety for pedestrians. Rep. Torres is a member of the Committee on House Appropriations. She is a member of the pro-business New Democrat Coalition and is not a member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus. Rep. Torres has the endorsement of the California Environmental Voters, National Union of Healthcare Workers, Reproductive Freedom for All, California Labor Federation, Los Angeles County Federation of Labor, U.S. Sen. Alex Padilla, and Rep. Judy Chu.
Immigration record this session: Last year, Rep. Torres voted for a resolution that affirmed free and open communication between local, state, and federal law enforcement and thanked ICE. She has also firmly condemned ICE and Border Patrol tactics; voted against unconditional funding for the Department of Homeland Security; conducted oversight at an ICE facility in Los Angeles; and sponsored and co-sponsored the Fairness to Freedom Act to establish a right to legal representation in certain immigration proceedings, the American Dream and Promise Act to provide a pathway to citizenship for Dreamers, and the Stop Excessive Force in Immigration Act. Rep. Torres’s Democratic colleagues have sponsored more comprehensive legislation limiting the powers of ICE and providing protection for more undocumented immigrants.
The Race
Primary election: There are two candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Norma Torres (D) and Mike Cargile (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Torres’s campaign has raised $552,613 and is not funded by law-enforcement contributions. Her problematic donors include Edison International, Sempra Energy, AT&T, Home Depot, and Google.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 35th Congressional District went from D+ 21% to D+ 16%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 35th Congressional District includes parts of Los Angeles, Riverside, and San Bernardino Counties.
Voter registration: 43% Democrat, 27% Republican, and 23% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 53% Latino, 13% Asian, and 7% Black. This district is considered to be one of the strong Latino seats in the California congressional delegation.
Recent election results: CD-35 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by eight points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by seven points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
36th Congressional District
Re-elect Congressional Representative Ted Lieu to keep CD-36 on the right track for progress.
Priority bills: This session, Rep. Lieu’s priorities for CD-36 have included 35 bills, including legislation to increase penalties for offshore polluters, establish a grant program for research on the use of generative AI in health care, limit federal law-enforcement functions in jurisdictions in which they do not have approval, protect the data of people seeking reproductive services, and protect Americans from unauthorized surveillance.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: Yes.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Lieu currently sits on the House Judiciary Committee and the House Foreign Affairs Committee.
Governance and community leadership experience: Rep. Lieu has served in Congress since 2015, and won his 2024 re-election against a Republican challenger by 38 points.
The Race
Primary election: There are seven candidates running in the June 2 primary, including incumbent Rep. Ted Lieu (D), Marianne Shamma (D), Rustin Knudtson (D), Frederick Reardon (D), and a NPP and two Republican candidates. The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Lieu’s campaign has raised $1,179,285 and is not funded by the police.
Opponent fundraising and pledges: Marianne Shamma’s campaign has raised $3,684 and is not funded by corporate PACs, the real estate industry, the fossil fuel industry, or the police.
Opponent fundraising and pledges: Rustin Knudtson’s campaign has raised $500 and is entirely self-funded.
Opponent fundraising and pledges: Frederick Reardon’s campaign has not filed any campaign-fundraising receipts with the FEC as of March 2026.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 36th Congressional District went from D+ 30% to D+ 29%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 36th Congressional District includes parts of Los Angeles County.
Voter registration: 50% Democrat, 21% Republican, and 23% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 15% Latino, 16% Asian, and 4% Black.
Recent election results: CD-36 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 39 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 34 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Re-elect Congressional Representative Ted Lieu to keep CD-36 on the right track for progress.
Priority bills: This session, Rep. Lieu’s priorities for CD-36 have included 35 bills, including legislation to increase penalties for offshore polluters, establish a grant program for research on the use of generative AI in health care, limit federal law-enforcement functions in jurisdictions in which they do not have approval, protect the data of people seeking reproductive services, and protect Americans from unauthorized surveillance.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: Yes.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Lieu currently sits on the House Judiciary Committee and the House Foreign Affairs Committee.
Governance and community leadership experience: Rep. Lieu has served in Congress since 2015, and won his 2024 re-election against a Republican challenger by 38 points.
The Race
Primary election: There are seven candidates running in the June 2 primary, including incumbent Rep. Ted Lieu (D), Marianne Shamma (D), Rustin Knudtson (D), Frederick Reardon (D), and a NPP and two Republican candidates. The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Lieu’s campaign has raised $1,179,285 and is not funded by the police.
Opponent fundraising and pledges: Marianne Shamma’s campaign has raised $3,684 and is not funded by corporate PACs, the real estate industry, the fossil fuel industry, or the police.
Opponent fundraising and pledges: Rustin Knudtson’s campaign has raised $500 and is entirely self-funded.
Opponent fundraising and pledges: Frederick Reardon’s campaign has not filed any campaign-fundraising receipts with the FEC as of March 2026.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 36th Congressional District went from D+ 30% to D+ 29%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 36th Congressional District includes parts of Los Angeles County.
Voter registration: 50% Democrat, 21% Republican, and 23% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 15% Latino, 16% Asian, and 4% Black.
Recent election results: CD-36 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 39 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 34 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Re-elect Congressional Representative Ted Lieu to keep CD-36 on the right track for progress.
Priority bills: This session, Rep. Lieu’s priorities for CD-36 have included 35 bills, including legislation to increase penalties for offshore polluters, establish a grant program for research on the use of generative AI in health care, limit federal law-enforcement functions in jurisdictions in which they do not have approval, protect the data of people seeking reproductive services, and protect Americans from unauthorized surveillance.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: Yes.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Lieu currently sits on the House Judiciary Committee and the House Foreign Affairs Committee.
Governance and community leadership experience: Rep. Lieu has served in Congress since 2015, and won his 2024 re-election against a Republican challenger by 38 points.
The Race
Primary election: There are seven candidates running in the June 2 primary, including incumbent Rep. Ted Lieu (D), Marianne Shamma (D), Rustin Knudtson (D), Frederick Reardon (D), and a NPP and two Republican candidates. The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Lieu’s campaign has raised $1,179,285 and is not funded by the police.
Opponent fundraising and pledges: Marianne Shamma’s campaign has raised $3,684 and is not funded by corporate PACs, the real estate industry, the fossil fuel industry, or the police.
Opponent fundraising and pledges: Rustin Knudtson’s campaign has raised $500 and is entirely self-funded.
Opponent fundraising and pledges: Frederick Reardon’s campaign has not filed any campaign-fundraising receipts with the FEC as of March 2026.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 36th Congressional District went from D+ 30% to D+ 29%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 36th Congressional District includes parts of Los Angeles County.
Voter registration: 50% Democrat, 21% Republican, and 23% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 15% Latino, 16% Asian, and 4% Black.
Recent election results: CD-36 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 39 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 34 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
37th Congressional District
Re-elect Congressional Representative Sydney Kamlager-Dove to keep CD-37 on the right track for progress.
Priority bills: This year, Rep. Kamlager-Dove priorities for CD-37 have included 22 bills, including legislation to prohibit government health agencies from disclosing Medicaid data for immigration-enforcement purposes, end solitary confinement in federal custody, support incarcerated women with pregnancy and childbirth, establish a catastrophic property-loss reinsurance program, authorize grants to nonprofit one-stop reentry centers, support arts education grants at minority-serving institutions of higher education, encourage kinship adoptions, and establish the Advisory Council on African Diaspora Engagement.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: Yes.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Kamlager-Dove currently sits on the House Committees on Foreign Affairs and the Judiciary.
Governance and community leadership experience: Rep. Kamlager-Dove has served in this congressional seat since 2023, when she was elected with 64% of the vote. In 2024, she won her re-election against a No Party Preference challenger by 56 points.
The Race
Primary election: There are nine candidates running in the June 2 primary, including incumbent Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove (D), Elizabeth Fenner (D), Todd Lombardo (D), Samantha Mota (D), Ryan Duckett (D), and several NPP and Republican candidates. The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Kamlager-Dove campaign has raised $621,066 and is not funded by law enforcement, or real estate contributions. Her problematic donors include Fox Corporation, Comcast, Home Depot, Amazon, Edison International, and Google.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 37th Congressional District went from D+ 56% to D+ 54%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 37th Congressional District includes parts of Los Angeles County.
Voter registration: 63% Democrat, 9% Republican, and 22% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 40% Latino, 7% Asian, and 32% Black.
Recent election results: CD-37 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 60 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 70 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Re-elect Congressional Representative Sydney Kamlager-Dove to keep CD-37 on the right track for progress.
Priority bills: This year, Rep. Kamlager-Dove priorities for CD-37 have included 22 bills, including legislation to prohibit government health agencies from disclosing Medicaid data for immigration-enforcement purposes, end solitary confinement in federal custody, support incarcerated women with pregnancy and childbirth, establish a catastrophic property-loss reinsurance program, authorize grants to nonprofit one-stop reentry centers, support arts education grants at minority-serving institutions of higher education, encourage kinship adoptions, and establish the Advisory Council on African Diaspora Engagement.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: Yes.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Kamlager-Dove currently sits on the House Committees on Foreign Affairs and the Judiciary.
Governance and community leadership experience: Rep. Kamlager-Dove has served in this congressional seat since 2023, when she was elected with 64% of the vote. In 2024, she won her re-election against a No Party Preference challenger by 56 points.
The Race
Primary election: There are nine candidates running in the June 2 primary, including incumbent Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove (D), Elizabeth Fenner (D), Todd Lombardo (D), Samantha Mota (D), Ryan Duckett (D), and several NPP and Republican candidates. The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Kamlager-Dove campaign has raised $621,066 and is not funded by law enforcement, or real estate contributions. Her problematic donors include Fox Corporation, Comcast, Home Depot, Amazon, Edison International, and Google.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 37th Congressional District went from D+ 56% to D+ 54%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 37th Congressional District includes parts of Los Angeles County.
Voter registration: 63% Democrat, 9% Republican, and 22% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 40% Latino, 7% Asian, and 32% Black.
Recent election results: CD-37 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 60 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 70 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Re-elect Congressional Representative Sydney Kamlager-Dove to keep CD-37 on the right track for progress.
Priority bills: This year, Rep. Kamlager-Dove priorities for CD-37 have included 22 bills, including legislation to prohibit government health agencies from disclosing Medicaid data for immigration-enforcement purposes, end solitary confinement in federal custody, support incarcerated women with pregnancy and childbirth, establish a catastrophic property-loss reinsurance program, authorize grants to nonprofit one-stop reentry centers, support arts education grants at minority-serving institutions of higher education, encourage kinship adoptions, and establish the Advisory Council on African Diaspora Engagement.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: Yes.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Kamlager-Dove currently sits on the House Committees on Foreign Affairs and the Judiciary.
Governance and community leadership experience: Rep. Kamlager-Dove has served in this congressional seat since 2023, when she was elected with 64% of the vote. In 2024, she won her re-election against a No Party Preference challenger by 56 points.
The Race
Primary election: There are nine candidates running in the June 2 primary, including incumbent Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove (D), Elizabeth Fenner (D), Todd Lombardo (D), Samantha Mota (D), Ryan Duckett (D), and several NPP and Republican candidates. The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Kamlager-Dove campaign has raised $621,066 and is not funded by law enforcement, or real estate contributions. Her problematic donors include Fox Corporation, Comcast, Home Depot, Amazon, Edison International, and Google.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 37th Congressional District went from D+ 56% to D+ 54%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 37th Congressional District includes parts of Los Angeles County.
Voter registration: 63% Democrat, 9% Republican, and 22% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 40% Latino, 7% Asian, and 32% Black.
Recent election results: CD-37 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 60 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 70 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
38th Congressional District
Elect Hilda Solis for Congress to keep CD-38 on the right track for progress.
Progressive endorsements: Hilda Solis has the endorsement of many groups, including Congressional Progressive Caucus PAC, Equality CA, Jane Fonda Climate PAC, Latino Victory, PODER PAC, Los Angeles County Federation of America, United Farmworkers of America, and several other labor unions. She is also supported by many elected officials, such as Sen. Adam Schiff, Rep. Judy Chu, Rep. Robert Garcia, Rep. Maxine Waters, State Senate Majority Leader Lena Gonzalez, and Los Angeles City Councilmembers Eunisses Hernandez and Hugo Soto-Martinez.
Governance and community leadership experience: Solis has served as a Los Angeles County supervisor since 2014, and won her 2022 re-election with 76% of the vote in a field of five candidates. She played a critical role in transforming the board into the most politically progressive one ever, leading with a “care-first” community-safety strategy, addressing toxic polluters like Exide, abusive jailers at Men’s Central Jail, unfair prosecution, and the growing homelessness crisis. Sup. Solis authored Measure A to invest in green spaces and protect water quality, pushed to fully fund a $20 million workforce and job-training program for disadvantaged youth, and led efforts to vaccinate county residents during the COVID pandemic. She previously served as secretary of labor under President Barack Obama, in the House of Representatives from 2001–2011, in the state Senate and the Assembly, and on the Rio Honda Board of Trustees. Sup. Solis was the first Latina ever elected to the state Senate.
The Race
Primary election: There are four candidates running in the June 2 primary: Hilda Solis (D), Monica Sanchez (D), Erik Lutz (D), and Pedro Casas (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Solis’s campaign has raised $740,679 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 38th Congressional District went from D+ 23% to D+ 21%. This district retains only 42% of the old CD-38 district. Incumbent Rep. Linda Sanchez is running for re-election in the new CD-41 district, which has 49% of the old CD-38 district. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 38th Congressional District includes parts of Orange and Los Angeles County.
Voter registration: 45% Democrat, 24% Republican, and 25% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 53% Latino, 26% Asian, and 2% Black. This district is considered to be one of the strong Latino seats in the California congressional delegation.
Recent election results: CD-38 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 13 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 11 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Elect Hilda Solis for Congress to keep CD-38 on the right track for progress.
Progressive endorsements: Hilda Solis has the endorsement of many groups, including Congressional Progressive Caucus PAC, Equality CA, Jane Fonda Climate PAC, Latino Victory, PODER PAC, Los Angeles County Federation of America, United Farmworkers of America, and several other labor unions. She is also supported by many elected officials, such as Sen. Adam Schiff, Rep. Judy Chu, Rep. Robert Garcia, Rep. Maxine Waters, State Senate Majority Leader Lena Gonzalez, and Los Angeles City Councilmembers Eunisses Hernandez and Hugo Soto-Martinez.
Governance and community leadership experience: Solis has served as a Los Angeles County supervisor since 2014, and won her 2022 re-election with 76% of the vote in a field of five candidates. She played a critical role in transforming the board into the most politically progressive one ever, leading with a “care-first” community-safety strategy, addressing toxic polluters like Exide, abusive jailers at Men’s Central Jail, unfair prosecution, and the growing homelessness crisis. Sup. Solis authored Measure A to invest in green spaces and protect water quality, pushed to fully fund a $20 million workforce and job-training program for disadvantaged youth, and led efforts to vaccinate county residents during the COVID pandemic. She previously served as secretary of labor under President Barack Obama, in the House of Representatives from 2001–2011, in the state Senate and the Assembly, and on the Rio Honda Board of Trustees. Sup. Solis was the first Latina ever elected to the state Senate.
The Race
Primary election: There are four candidates running in the June 2 primary: Hilda Solis (D), Monica Sanchez (D), Erik Lutz (D), and Pedro Casas (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Solis’s campaign has raised $740,679 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 38th Congressional District went from D+ 23% to D+ 21%. This district retains only 42% of the old CD-38 district. Incumbent Rep. Linda Sanchez is running for re-election in the new CD-41 district, which has 49% of the old CD-38 district. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 38th Congressional District includes parts of Orange and Los Angeles County.
Voter registration: 45% Democrat, 24% Republican, and 25% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 53% Latino, 26% Asian, and 2% Black. This district is considered to be one of the strong Latino seats in the California congressional delegation.
Recent election results: CD-38 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 13 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 11 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Elect Hilda Solis for Congress to keep CD-38 on the right track for progress.
Progressive endorsements: Hilda Solis has the endorsement of many groups, including Congressional Progressive Caucus PAC, Equality CA, Jane Fonda Climate PAC, Latino Victory, PODER PAC, Los Angeles County Federation of America, United Farmworkers of America, and several other labor unions. She is also supported by many elected officials, such as Sen. Adam Schiff, Rep. Judy Chu, Rep. Robert Garcia, Rep. Maxine Waters, State Senate Majority Leader Lena Gonzalez, and Los Angeles City Councilmembers Eunisses Hernandez and Hugo Soto-Martinez.
Governance and community leadership experience: Solis has served as a Los Angeles County supervisor since 2014, and won her 2022 re-election with 76% of the vote in a field of five candidates. She played a critical role in transforming the board into the most politically progressive one ever, leading with a “care-first” community-safety strategy, addressing toxic polluters like Exide, abusive jailers at Men’s Central Jail, unfair prosecution, and the growing homelessness crisis. Sup. Solis authored Measure A to invest in green spaces and protect water quality, pushed to fully fund a $20 million workforce and job-training program for disadvantaged youth, and led efforts to vaccinate county residents during the COVID pandemic. She previously served as secretary of labor under President Barack Obama, in the House of Representatives from 2001–2011, in the state Senate and the Assembly, and on the Rio Honda Board of Trustees. Sup. Solis was the first Latina ever elected to the state Senate.
The Race
Primary election: There are four candidates running in the June 2 primary: Hilda Solis (D), Monica Sanchez (D), Erik Lutz (D), and Pedro Casas (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Solis’s campaign has raised $740,679 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 38th Congressional District went from D+ 23% to D+ 21%. This district retains only 42% of the old CD-38 district. Incumbent Rep. Linda Sanchez is running for re-election in the new CD-41 district, which has 49% of the old CD-38 district. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 38th Congressional District includes parts of Orange and Los Angeles County.
Voter registration: 45% Democrat, 24% Republican, and 25% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 53% Latino, 26% Asian, and 2% Black. This district is considered to be one of the strong Latino seats in the California congressional delegation.
Recent election results: CD-38 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 13 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 11 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
39th Congressional District
Re-elect Congressional Representative Mark Takano to keep CD-39 on the right track for progress.
Priority bills: This year, Rep. Takano’s priorities for CD-39 have included 17 bills, including legislation to ensure the due process of individuals against unlawful detention; prohibit the use of federal funds for the maximum-security prison in El Salvador, where immigrants have been deported to by the Trump administration; increase access to PrEP medication to reduce HIV transmission; prohibit discrimination based on sex, gender identity, and sexual orientation; support collective bargaining by Veterans Health Administration employees; and improve the veterans-supported housing program.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: Yes, he serves as one of the vice chairs of the Caucus.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Takano currently sits on the Committee on Education and Workforce, and is the ranking member of the Committee on Veterans’ Affairs.
Governance and community leadership experience: Rep. Takano has served in Congress since 2013, and won his 2024 re-election against a Republican challenger by 15 points. He was the first openly gay person of color to be elected to Congress.
The Race
Primary election: There are two candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Mark Takano (D) and Steven Manos (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Takano’s campaign has raised $649,293 and is not funded by fossil fuel, real estate, or law enforcement contributions. His problematic donors include Home Depot, Oracle, Altria (the parent company of Phillip Morris), and Walmart.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 39th Congressional District went from D+ 20% to D+ 18%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 39th Congressional District includes parts of Riverside County.
Voter registration: 44% Democrat, 26% Republican, and 23% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 54% Latino, 6% Asian, and 11% Black. This district is considered to be one of the strong Latino seats in the California congressional delegation.
Recent election results: CD-39 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by ten points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by nine points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Re-elect Congressional Representative Mark Takano to keep CD-39 on the right track for progress.
Priority bills: This year, Rep. Takano’s priorities for CD-39 have included 17 bills, including legislation to ensure the due process of individuals against unlawful detention; prohibit the use of federal funds for the maximum-security prison in El Salvador, where immigrants have been deported to by the Trump administration; increase access to PrEP medication to reduce HIV transmission; prohibit discrimination based on sex, gender identity, and sexual orientation; support collective bargaining by Veterans Health Administration employees; and improve the veterans-supported housing program.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: Yes, he serves as one of the vice chairs of the Caucus.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Takano currently sits on the Committee on Education and Workforce, and is the ranking member of the Committee on Veterans’ Affairs.
Governance and community leadership experience: Rep. Takano has served in Congress since 2013, and won his 2024 re-election against a Republican challenger by 15 points. He was the first openly gay person of color to be elected to Congress.
The Race
Primary election: There are two candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Mark Takano (D) and Steven Manos (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Takano’s campaign has raised $649,293 and is not funded by fossil fuel, real estate, or law enforcement contributions. His problematic donors include Home Depot, Oracle, Altria (the parent company of Phillip Morris), and Walmart.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 39th Congressional District went from D+ 20% to D+ 18%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 39th Congressional District includes parts of Riverside County.
Voter registration: 44% Democrat, 26% Republican, and 23% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 54% Latino, 6% Asian, and 11% Black. This district is considered to be one of the strong Latino seats in the California congressional delegation.
Recent election results: CD-39 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by ten points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by nine points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Re-elect Congressional Representative Mark Takano to keep CD-39 on the right track for progress.
Priority bills: This year, Rep. Takano’s priorities for CD-39 have included 17 bills, including legislation to ensure the due process of individuals against unlawful detention; prohibit the use of federal funds for the maximum-security prison in El Salvador, where immigrants have been deported to by the Trump administration; increase access to PrEP medication to reduce HIV transmission; prohibit discrimination based on sex, gender identity, and sexual orientation; support collective bargaining by Veterans Health Administration employees; and improve the veterans-supported housing program.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: Yes, he serves as one of the vice chairs of the Caucus.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Takano currently sits on the Committee on Education and Workforce, and is the ranking member of the Committee on Veterans’ Affairs.
Governance and community leadership experience: Rep. Takano has served in Congress since 2013, and won his 2024 re-election against a Republican challenger by 15 points. He was the first openly gay person of color to be elected to Congress.
The Race
Primary election: There are two candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Mark Takano (D) and Steven Manos (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Takano’s campaign has raised $649,293 and is not funded by fossil fuel, real estate, or law enforcement contributions. His problematic donors include Home Depot, Oracle, Altria (the parent company of Phillip Morris), and Walmart.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 39th Congressional District went from D+ 20% to D+ 18%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 39th Congressional District includes parts of Riverside County.
Voter registration: 44% Democrat, 26% Republican, and 23% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 54% Latino, 6% Asian, and 11% Black. This district is considered to be one of the strong Latino seats in the California congressional delegation.
Recent election results: CD-39 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by ten points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by nine points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
40th Congressional District
Based on our analysis, this is a safe Republican district. We recommend that you choose the Democratic candidate who best aligns with your values in this race.
Joe Kerr is a firefighter. He has served as president of the Orange County Professional Firefighters Association, vice president of the California Professional Firefighters and the Orange County Central Labor Council, and vice chair of the Regional Water Quality Control Board. Kerr’s top issues include affordability and cost of living, immigration and border security, standing with working people and unions, public safety and crime, protecting reproductive freedom, common-sense gun safety, equality for all, and water, infrastructure, and clean communities. He is endorsed by many labor unions, including the California Federation of Labor Unions, Inland Empire Labor Council, California Teachers Association, National Union of Healthcare Workers, and United Food and Commercial Workers, Local 1167. Kerr also has the support of several current and former elected leaders, such as Rep. Mike Levin, Rep. Linda Sanchez, Asm. Tina McKinnor, Asm. Robert Garcia, and Santa Barbara County Civil Service Commissioner Tony Bedolla. He previously challenged Republican incumbent Young Kim in 2024 and lost by ten points.
Lisa Ramirez is an immigration attorney who recently freed the detained father of three U.S. Marines. She has decades of advocacy, legal aid, and pro bono work. Ramirez’s top priorities include restoring the balance of power in America, economic opportunity and affordability, health care, immigration, housing we can afford, keeping communities safe, climate and environmental stewardship, and workers’ rights and a fair economy. She is endorsed by Latinas Lead California, United Auto Workers, Congressional Hispanic Caucus, Rep. Linda Sanchez, Rep. Luz Rivas, State Superintendent Tony Thurmond, Orange County Supervisor Vicente Sarmiento, and Western Municipal Water District Director Fauzia Rizvi.
Esther Kim Varet is founder and director of contemporary art galleries in Los Angeles and Orange County. She has worked with the NRDC to advocate for underserved communities. Varet’s top priorities include defending democracy and curbing corruption, middle-class majority, immigration reform, climate custodianship, educational excellence, reproductive rights and gender equality, and common-sense gun violence prevention. She is endorsed by NRDC Action Fund, ASPIRE Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus PAC, National Women’s Political Caucus, Vote Mama PAC, Rep. Gil Cisneros, Rep. Laura Friedman, Rep. Marilyn Strickland (D-WA), Sen. Catherine Blakespear, and Asm. Sharon Quirk-Silva.
The Race
Primary election: There are eight candidates running in the June 2 primary: Joe Kerr (D), Lisa Ramirez (D), Esther Kim Varet (D), Claude Keissieh (D), Francis Hoffman (D), Nina Linh (NPP), incumbent Rep. Young Kim (R), CD-41 incumbent Rep. Ken Calvert (R). CD-41 Incumbent Rep. Calvert is running in this race because his district was completely dismantled by Prop 50, and the new CD-40 district now has 50% of his previous voters. The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Democratic candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Kerr’s campaign has raised $222,568 and is not funded by fossil fuel, real estate, law enforcement, or corporate contributions.
Democratic candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Ramirez’s campaign has raised $391,850 and is not funded by fossil fuel, real estate, law enforcement, or corporate contributions. She has partially self-funded her campaign.
Democratic candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Varet’s campaign has raised $2,741,343 and is not funded by fossil fuel, real estate, law enforcement, or corporate contributions.
Incumbent fundraising and pledges: Rep. Kim’s campaign has raised $7,650,305 and is significantly funded by Republican campaigns and through a Republican fundraising platform that does not detail its donors. Her problematic donors include Chevron, Google, Sempra Energy, National Association of Real Estate Investment Trusts, and The Real Estate Roundtable PAC. She has served in Congress since 2021. Rep. Kim supported HR 1, the budget reconciliation bill that cut Medicaid and other social safety net services to pay for a significant expansion of ICE and Border Patrol and tax cuts for corporations and the wealthy.
Incumbent fundraising and pledges: Rep. Calvert’s campaign has raised $5,245,240 and is significantly funded by Republican campaigns. His problematic donors include Palantir, Chevron, PG&E, Edison International, and Amazon. He has served in Congress since 1993. Rep. Calvert supported HR 1, the budget reconciliation bill that cut Medicaid and other social safety net services to pay for a significant expansion of ICE and Border Patrol and tax cuts for corporations and the wealthy.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 40th Congressional District went from R+ 5% to R+ 9%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 40th Congressional District includes parts of Orange and Riverside Counties.
Voter registration: 31% Democrat, 40% Republican, and 21% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 28% Latino, 10% Asian, and 5% Black.
Recent election results: CD-40 voted for Trump for president in 2024 by 12 points and Dahle for governor in 2022 by 20 points. Rep. Kim won her re-election to the pre-Prop 50 seat in 2024 by ten points. Rep. Calvert won his re-election to the pre-Prop 50 CD-41 seat in 2024 by 4 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Based on our analysis, this is a safe Republican district. We recommend that you choose the Democratic candidate who best aligns with your values in this race.
Joe Kerr is a firefighter. He has served as president of the Orange County Professional Firefighters Association, vice president of the California Professional Firefighters and the Orange County Central Labor Council, and vice chair of the Regional Water Quality Control Board. Kerr’s top issues include affordability and cost of living, immigration and border security, standing with working people and unions, public safety and crime, protecting reproductive freedom, common-sense gun safety, equality for all, and water, infrastructure, and clean communities. He is endorsed by many labor unions, including the California Federation of Labor Unions, Inland Empire Labor Council, California Teachers Association, National Union of Healthcare Workers, and United Food and Commercial Workers, Local 1167. Kerr also has the support of several current and former elected leaders, such as Rep. Mike Levin, Rep. Linda Sanchez, Asm. Tina McKinnor, Asm. Robert Garcia, and Santa Barbara County Civil Service Commissioner Tony Bedolla. He previously challenged Republican incumbent Young Kim in 2024 and lost by ten points.
Lisa Ramirez is an immigration attorney who recently freed the detained father of three U.S. Marines. She has decades of advocacy, legal aid, and pro bono work. Ramirez’s top priorities include restoring the balance of power in America, economic opportunity and affordability, health care, immigration, housing we can afford, keeping communities safe, climate and environmental stewardship, and workers’ rights and a fair economy. She is endorsed by Latinas Lead California, United Auto Workers, Congressional Hispanic Caucus, Rep. Linda Sanchez, Rep. Luz Rivas, State Superintendent Tony Thurmond, Orange County Supervisor Vicente Sarmiento, and Western Municipal Water District Director Fauzia Rizvi.
Esther Kim Varet is founder and director of contemporary art galleries in Los Angeles and Orange County. She has worked with the NRDC to advocate for underserved communities. Varet’s top priorities include defending democracy and curbing corruption, middle-class majority, immigration reform, climate custodianship, educational excellence, reproductive rights and gender equality, and common-sense gun violence prevention. She is endorsed by NRDC Action Fund, ASPIRE Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus PAC, National Women’s Political Caucus, Vote Mama PAC, Rep. Gil Cisneros, Rep. Laura Friedman, Rep. Marilyn Strickland (D-WA), Sen. Catherine Blakespear, and Asm. Sharon Quirk-Silva.
The Race
Primary election: There are eight candidates running in the June 2 primary: Joe Kerr (D), Lisa Ramirez (D), Esther Kim Varet (D), Claude Keissieh (D), Francis Hoffman (D), Nina Linh (NPP), incumbent Rep. Young Kim (R), CD-41 incumbent Rep. Ken Calvert (R). CD-41 Incumbent Rep. Calvert is running in this race because his district was completely dismantled by Prop 50, and the new CD-40 district now has 50% of his previous voters. The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Democratic candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Kerr’s campaign has raised $222,568 and is not funded by fossil fuel, real estate, law enforcement, or corporate contributions.
Democratic candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Ramirez’s campaign has raised $391,850 and is not funded by fossil fuel, real estate, law enforcement, or corporate contributions. She has partially self-funded her campaign.
Democratic candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Varet’s campaign has raised $2,741,343 and is not funded by fossil fuel, real estate, law enforcement, or corporate contributions.
Incumbent fundraising and pledges: Rep. Kim’s campaign has raised $7,650,305 and is significantly funded by Republican campaigns and through a Republican fundraising platform that does not detail its donors. Her problematic donors include Chevron, Google, Sempra Energy, National Association of Real Estate Investment Trusts, and The Real Estate Roundtable PAC. She has served in Congress since 2021. Rep. Kim supported HR 1, the budget reconciliation bill that cut Medicaid and other social safety net services to pay for a significant expansion of ICE and Border Patrol and tax cuts for corporations and the wealthy.
Incumbent fundraising and pledges: Rep. Calvert’s campaign has raised $5,245,240 and is significantly funded by Republican campaigns. His problematic donors include Palantir, Chevron, PG&E, Edison International, and Amazon. He has served in Congress since 1993. Rep. Calvert supported HR 1, the budget reconciliation bill that cut Medicaid and other social safety net services to pay for a significant expansion of ICE and Border Patrol and tax cuts for corporations and the wealthy.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 40th Congressional District went from R+ 5% to R+ 9%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 40th Congressional District includes parts of Orange and Riverside Counties.
Voter registration: 31% Democrat, 40% Republican, and 21% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 28% Latino, 10% Asian, and 5% Black.
Recent election results: CD-40 voted for Trump for president in 2024 by 12 points and Dahle for governor in 2022 by 20 points. Rep. Kim won her re-election to the pre-Prop 50 seat in 2024 by ten points. Rep. Calvert won his re-election to the pre-Prop 50 CD-41 seat in 2024 by 4 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
41st Congressional District
Re-elect Congressional Representative Linda Sanchez to put CD-41 on the right track for progress.
Progressive endorsements: Rep. Linda Sanchez is endorsed by the California Democratic Party, Latinas Lead California, Planned Parenthood Action Fund, Vote Mama, California Federation of Labor Unions, National Union of Healthcare Workers, U.S. Sen. Alex Padilla, Democratic Caucus Chair Rep. Pete Aguilar, Rep. Ted Lieu, Orange County Supervisor Katrina Foley, and several local elected leaders.
Governance: Rep. Sanchez has served in Congress since 2003, and won her re-election against a Republican challenger by 20 points. She has championed legislation for working people, including improving school safety, enabling more women, people of color, and veterans to establish small businesses, providing tax relief for long-term caregivers, protecting workers from arbitration abuse, and keeping families in their home through bankruptcy reform. This session, Rep. Sanchez has sponsored 17 bills to support housing for disabled veterans, provide a credit for wages paid to childcare providers, fund additional school counselors, ensure quality hospice care, and end the Trump tariffs.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: Yes.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Sanchez is the first Latina to serve on the House Committee on Ways and Means and the House Judiciary Committee. She is the ranking member of the Trade Subcommittee and member of the U.S. delegation to NATO Parliamentary Assembly, and co-founded the Congressional Labor and Working Families Caucus.
Other background: Prior to serving in Congress, Rep. Sanchez was an attorney in appellate, civil rights, and employment law, worked for the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 441, and was elected executive director of the Orange County Central Labor Council.
The Race
Primary election: There are four candidates running in the June 2 primary: CD-38 incumbent Rep. Linda Sanchez (D), Hector de la Torre (D), Shonique Williams (D), and Mitch Clemmons (R). The CD-41 district was dismantled by Prop 50, and the new district now has 49% of its voters from the CD-38 district, which is why Rep. Linda Sanchez is now running in this district. The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Sanchez’s campaign has raised $1,201,619 and is not funded by law enforcement contributions. Her problematic donors include Sempra Energy, JP Morgan Chase, PG&E, UnitedHealth Group, and National Association of Realtors.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 41st Congressional District changed to a completely different district, and went from R+ 1% to D+ 19%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 41st Congressional District includes parts of Los Angeles and Orange Counties.
Voter registration: 46% Democrat, 27% Republican, and 21% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 55% Latino, 11% Asian, and 4% Black. This district is considered to be one of the strong Latino seats in the California congressional delegation.
Recent election results: CD-41 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 14 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 11 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold 1. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Re-elect Congressional Representative Linda Sanchez to put CD-41 on the right track for progress.
Progressive endorsements: Rep. Linda Sanchez is endorsed by the California Democratic Party, Latinas Lead California, Planned Parenthood Action Fund, Vote Mama, California Federation of Labor Unions, National Union of Healthcare Workers, U.S. Sen. Alex Padilla, Democratic Caucus Chair Rep. Pete Aguilar, Rep. Ted Lieu, Orange County Supervisor Katrina Foley, and several local elected leaders.
Governance: Rep. Sanchez has served in Congress since 2003, and won her re-election against a Republican challenger by 20 points. She has championed legislation for working people, including improving school safety, enabling more women, people of color, and veterans to establish small businesses, providing tax relief for long-term caregivers, protecting workers from arbitration abuse, and keeping families in their home through bankruptcy reform. This session, Rep. Sanchez has sponsored 17 bills to support housing for disabled veterans, provide a credit for wages paid to childcare providers, fund additional school counselors, ensure quality hospice care, and end the Trump tariffs.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: Yes.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Sanchez is the first Latina to serve on the House Committee on Ways and Means and the House Judiciary Committee. She is the ranking member of the Trade Subcommittee and member of the U.S. delegation to NATO Parliamentary Assembly, and co-founded the Congressional Labor and Working Families Caucus.
Other background: Prior to serving in Congress, Rep. Sanchez was an attorney in appellate, civil rights, and employment law, worked for the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 441, and was elected executive director of the Orange County Central Labor Council.
The Race
Primary election: There are four candidates running in the June 2 primary: CD-38 incumbent Rep. Linda Sanchez (D), Hector de la Torre (D), Shonique Williams (D), and Mitch Clemmons (R). The CD-41 district was dismantled by Prop 50, and the new district now has 49% of its voters from the CD-38 district, which is why Rep. Linda Sanchez is now running in this district. The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Sanchez’s campaign has raised $1,201,619 and is not funded by law enforcement contributions. Her problematic donors include Sempra Energy, JP Morgan Chase, PG&E, UnitedHealth Group, and National Association of Realtors.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 41st Congressional District changed to a completely different district, and went from R+ 1% to D+ 19%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 41st Congressional District includes parts of Los Angeles and Orange Counties.
Voter registration: 46% Democrat, 27% Republican, and 21% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 55% Latino, 11% Asian, and 4% Black. This district is considered to be one of the strong Latino seats in the California congressional delegation.
Recent election results: CD-41 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 14 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 11 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold 1. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Re-elect Congressional Representative Linda Sanchez to put CD-41 on the right track for progress.
Progressive endorsements: Rep. Linda Sanchez is endorsed by the California Democratic Party, Latinas Lead California, Planned Parenthood Action Fund, Vote Mama, California Federation of Labor Unions, National Union of Healthcare Workers, U.S. Sen. Alex Padilla, Democratic Caucus Chair Rep. Pete Aguilar, Rep. Ted Lieu, Orange County Supervisor Katrina Foley, and several local elected leaders.
Governance: Rep. Sanchez has served in Congress since 2003, and won her re-election against a Republican challenger by 20 points. She has championed legislation for working people, including improving school safety, enabling more women, people of color, and veterans to establish small businesses, providing tax relief for long-term caregivers, protecting workers from arbitration abuse, and keeping families in their home through bankruptcy reform. This session, Rep. Sanchez has sponsored 17 bills to support housing for disabled veterans, provide a credit for wages paid to childcare providers, fund additional school counselors, ensure quality hospice care, and end the Trump tariffs.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: Yes.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Sanchez is the first Latina to serve on the House Committee on Ways and Means and the House Judiciary Committee. She is the ranking member of the Trade Subcommittee and member of the U.S. delegation to NATO Parliamentary Assembly, and co-founded the Congressional Labor and Working Families Caucus.
Other background: Prior to serving in Congress, Rep. Sanchez was an attorney in appellate, civil rights, and employment law, worked for the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 441, and was elected executive director of the Orange County Central Labor Council.
The Race
Primary election: There are four candidates running in the June 2 primary: CD-38 incumbent Rep. Linda Sanchez (D), Hector de la Torre (D), Shonique Williams (D), and Mitch Clemmons (R). The CD-41 district was dismantled by Prop 50, and the new district now has 49% of its voters from the CD-38 district, which is why Rep. Linda Sanchez is now running in this district. The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Sanchez’s campaign has raised $1,201,619 and is not funded by law enforcement contributions. Her problematic donors include Sempra Energy, JP Morgan Chase, PG&E, UnitedHealth Group, and National Association of Realtors.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 41st Congressional District changed to a completely different district, and went from R+ 1% to D+ 19%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 41st Congressional District includes parts of Los Angeles and Orange Counties.
Voter registration: 46% Democrat, 27% Republican, and 21% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 55% Latino, 11% Asian, and 4% Black. This district is considered to be one of the strong Latino seats in the California congressional delegation.
Recent election results: CD-41 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 14 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 11 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold 1. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
42nd Congressional District
Re-elect Congressional Representative Garcia to keep CD-42 on the right track for progress.
Priority bills: This year, Rep. Garcia’s priorities for CD-42 have included seventeen bills, including legislation to provide grants for immigrant legal defense, prevent bulk sales of ammunition, protect federal whistleblowers, limit the carbon emissions of shipping vessels, establish a Special Envoy for the Human Rights of LGBTQIA+ Peoples, keep military-grade weapons off American streets, and ensure that people who have pending insurance claims for disaster-related losses are not denied by FEMA (the Federal Emergency Management Agency).
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: Yes.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Garcia currently sits on the Committees on Oversight and Accountability, and Transportation and Infrastructure.
Governance and community leadership experience: Rep. Garcia has served in this congressional seat since 2023, when he was elected with over 68% of the vote. In 2024, he won his re-election against a Republican challenger by 36 points.
The Race
Primary election: There are five candidates running in the June 2 primary, including incumbent Rep. Robert Garcia (D), Lisa Vermeulen (NPP), and three Republican candidates. The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Garcia’s campaign has raised $1,968,851 and is not funded by law-enforcement contributions. His problematic donors include Sempra Energy, Microsoft, Comcast, AT&T, Edison International, Google, Meta, and Altria (the parent company of Phillip Morris).
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 42nd Congressional District went from D+ 35% to D+ 10%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 42nd Congressional District includes parts of Los Angeles and Orange Counties.
Voter registration: 41% Democrat, 30% Republican, and 21% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 25% Latino, 11% Asian, and 6% Black.
Recent election results: CD-42 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 13 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by seven points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Re-elect Congressional Representative Garcia to keep CD-42 on the right track for progress.
Priority bills: This year, Rep. Garcia’s priorities for CD-42 have included seventeen bills, including legislation to provide grants for immigrant legal defense, prevent bulk sales of ammunition, protect federal whistleblowers, limit the carbon emissions of shipping vessels, establish a Special Envoy for the Human Rights of LGBTQIA+ Peoples, keep military-grade weapons off American streets, and ensure that people who have pending insurance claims for disaster-related losses are not denied by FEMA (the Federal Emergency Management Agency).
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: Yes.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Garcia currently sits on the Committees on Oversight and Accountability, and Transportation and Infrastructure.
Governance and community leadership experience: Rep. Garcia has served in this congressional seat since 2023, when he was elected with over 68% of the vote. In 2024, he won his re-election against a Republican challenger by 36 points.
The Race
Primary election: There are five candidates running in the June 2 primary, including incumbent Rep. Robert Garcia (D), Lisa Vermeulen (NPP), and three Republican candidates. The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Garcia’s campaign has raised $1,968,851 and is not funded by law-enforcement contributions. His problematic donors include Sempra Energy, Microsoft, Comcast, AT&T, Edison International, Google, Meta, and Altria (the parent company of Phillip Morris).
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 42nd Congressional District went from D+ 35% to D+ 10%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 42nd Congressional District includes parts of Los Angeles and Orange Counties.
Voter registration: 41% Democrat, 30% Republican, and 21% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 25% Latino, 11% Asian, and 6% Black.
Recent election results: CD-42 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 13 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by seven points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Re-elect Congressional Representative Garcia to keep CD-42 on the right track for progress.
Priority bills: This year, Rep. Garcia’s priorities for CD-42 have included seventeen bills, including legislation to provide grants for immigrant legal defense, prevent bulk sales of ammunition, protect federal whistleblowers, limit the carbon emissions of shipping vessels, establish a Special Envoy for the Human Rights of LGBTQIA+ Peoples, keep military-grade weapons off American streets, and ensure that people who have pending insurance claims for disaster-related losses are not denied by FEMA (the Federal Emergency Management Agency).
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: Yes.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Garcia currently sits on the Committees on Oversight and Accountability, and Transportation and Infrastructure.
Governance and community leadership experience: Rep. Garcia has served in this congressional seat since 2023, when he was elected with over 68% of the vote. In 2024, he won his re-election against a Republican challenger by 36 points.
The Race
Primary election: There are five candidates running in the June 2 primary, including incumbent Rep. Robert Garcia (D), Lisa Vermeulen (NPP), and three Republican candidates. The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Garcia’s campaign has raised $1,968,851 and is not funded by law-enforcement contributions. His problematic donors include Sempra Energy, Microsoft, Comcast, AT&T, Edison International, Google, Meta, and Altria (the parent company of Phillip Morris).
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 42nd Congressional District went from D+ 35% to D+ 10%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 42nd Congressional District includes parts of Los Angeles and Orange Counties.
Voter registration: 41% Democrat, 30% Republican, and 21% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 25% Latino, 11% Asian, and 6% Black.
Recent election results: CD-42 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 13 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by seven points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
43rd Congressional District
Re-elect Congressional Representative Maxine Waters to keep CD-43 on the right track for progress.
Priority bills: This year, Rep. Waters’s priorities for CD-43 have included 33 bills, including legislation to provide a path to end homelessness, ensure that publicly funded health-care programs provide no-cost coverage of HIV-prevention services, provide down-payment assistance to first-generation homebuyers, conduct a study on insurance coverage for damages from wildfires, develop fair and affordable housing, require Medicaid coverage for breast and cervical cancer, and expand maternal health-care services.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: Yes, she is a founding member of the Caucus.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Waters currently sits on the Committee on Financial Services, and served as the first woman and African American chair.
Governance and community leadership experience: Rep. Waters has served in Congress since 1991, and won her 2024 re-election against a Republican challenger by 50 points.
The Race
Primary election: There are four candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Maxine Waters (D), Myla Rahman (D), David Sedlik (D), and Cristian Morales (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Waters’s campaign has raised $607,583 and is not funded by fossil fuel or law-enforcement contributions. Her problematic donors include Blackrock, Visa, and Walmart.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 43rd Congressional District went from D+ 48% to D+ 46%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 43rd Congressional District includes parts of Los Angeles County.
Voter registration: 58% Democrat, 12% Republican, and 23% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 46% Latino, 9% Asian, and 31% Black.
Recent election results: CD-43 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 49 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 57 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Re-elect Congressional Representative Maxine Waters to keep CD-43 on the right track for progress.
Priority bills: This year, Rep. Waters’s priorities for CD-43 have included 33 bills, including legislation to provide a path to end homelessness, ensure that publicly funded health-care programs provide no-cost coverage of HIV-prevention services, provide down-payment assistance to first-generation homebuyers, conduct a study on insurance coverage for damages from wildfires, develop fair and affordable housing, require Medicaid coverage for breast and cervical cancer, and expand maternal health-care services.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: Yes, she is a founding member of the Caucus.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Waters currently sits on the Committee on Financial Services, and served as the first woman and African American chair.
Governance and community leadership experience: Rep. Waters has served in Congress since 1991, and won her 2024 re-election against a Republican challenger by 50 points.
The Race
Primary election: There are four candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Maxine Waters (D), Myla Rahman (D), David Sedlik (D), and Cristian Morales (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Waters’s campaign has raised $607,583 and is not funded by fossil fuel or law-enforcement contributions. Her problematic donors include Blackrock, Visa, and Walmart.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 43rd Congressional District went from D+ 48% to D+ 46%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 43rd Congressional District includes parts of Los Angeles County.
Voter registration: 58% Democrat, 12% Republican, and 23% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 46% Latino, 9% Asian, and 31% Black.
Recent election results: CD-43 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 49 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 57 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Re-elect Congressional Representative Maxine Waters to keep CD-43 on the right track for progress.
Priority bills: This year, Rep. Waters’s priorities for CD-43 have included 33 bills, including legislation to provide a path to end homelessness, ensure that publicly funded health-care programs provide no-cost coverage of HIV-prevention services, provide down-payment assistance to first-generation homebuyers, conduct a study on insurance coverage for damages from wildfires, develop fair and affordable housing, require Medicaid coverage for breast and cervical cancer, and expand maternal health-care services.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: Yes, she is a founding member of the Caucus.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Waters currently sits on the Committee on Financial Services, and served as the first woman and African American chair.
Governance and community leadership experience: Rep. Waters has served in Congress since 1991, and won her 2024 re-election against a Republican challenger by 50 points.
The Race
Primary election: There are four candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Maxine Waters (D), Myla Rahman (D), David Sedlik (D), and Cristian Morales (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Waters’s campaign has raised $607,583 and is not funded by fossil fuel or law-enforcement contributions. Her problematic donors include Blackrock, Visa, and Walmart.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 43rd Congressional District went from D+ 48% to D+ 46%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 43rd Congressional District includes parts of Los Angeles County.
Voter registration: 58% Democrat, 12% Republican, and 23% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 46% Latino, 9% Asian, and 31% Black.
Recent election results: CD-43 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 49 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 57 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
44th Congressional District
Re-elect Congressional Representative Nanette Barragán to keep CD-44 on the right track for progress.
Priority bills: This year, Rep. Barragán’s priorities for CD-44 have included 17 bills, including legislation to establish an Office of Environmental Justice; improve energy resilience of environmental-justice communities; establish the Reentry Rental Assistance and Housing Services Grant Program; provide public education on AI; support affordable housing development by faith-based organizations, institutions of higher education, and local governments; permanently extend the Children’s Health Insurance Program; and reinstate recently terminated CDC (Centers for DIsease Control and Prevention) employees.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: Yes.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Barragán currently sits on the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and co-chairs the House Democratic Steering and Policy Committee.
Governance and community leadership Experience: Rep. Barragán has served in this congressional seat since 2017, and won her re-election against a Republican challenger by 42 points.
The Race
Primary election: There are two candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Nanette Barragán (D) and Genevieve Angel (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Barragán’s campaign has raised $637,718 and is not funded by law enforcement contributions. Her problematic donors include Fox Corporation, Verizon, and Edison International.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 44th Congressional District went from D+ 38% to D+ 40%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 44th Congressional District includes parts of Los Angeles County.
Voter registration: 55% Democrat, 15% Republican, and 23% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 62% Latino, 11% Asian, and 12% Black. This district is considered to be one of the strong Latino seats in the California congressional delegation.
Recent election results: CD-44 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 35 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 44 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Re-elect Congressional Representative Nanette Barragán to keep CD-44 on the right track for progress.
Priority bills: This year, Rep. Barragán’s priorities for CD-44 have included 17 bills, including legislation to establish an Office of Environmental Justice; improve energy resilience of environmental-justice communities; establish the Reentry Rental Assistance and Housing Services Grant Program; provide public education on AI; support affordable housing development by faith-based organizations, institutions of higher education, and local governments; permanently extend the Children’s Health Insurance Program; and reinstate recently terminated CDC (Centers for DIsease Control and Prevention) employees.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: Yes.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Barragán currently sits on the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and co-chairs the House Democratic Steering and Policy Committee.
Governance and community leadership Experience: Rep. Barragán has served in this congressional seat since 2017, and won her re-election against a Republican challenger by 42 points.
The Race
Primary election: There are two candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Nanette Barragán (D) and Genevieve Angel (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Barragán’s campaign has raised $637,718 and is not funded by law enforcement contributions. Her problematic donors include Fox Corporation, Verizon, and Edison International.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 44th Congressional District went from D+ 38% to D+ 40%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 44th Congressional District includes parts of Los Angeles County.
Voter registration: 55% Democrat, 15% Republican, and 23% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 62% Latino, 11% Asian, and 12% Black. This district is considered to be one of the strong Latino seats in the California congressional delegation.
Recent election results: CD-44 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 35 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 44 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Re-elect Congressional Representative Nanette Barragán to keep CD-44 on the right track for progress.
Priority bills: This year, Rep. Barragán’s priorities for CD-44 have included 17 bills, including legislation to establish an Office of Environmental Justice; improve energy resilience of environmental-justice communities; establish the Reentry Rental Assistance and Housing Services Grant Program; provide public education on AI; support affordable housing development by faith-based organizations, institutions of higher education, and local governments; permanently extend the Children’s Health Insurance Program; and reinstate recently terminated CDC (Centers for DIsease Control and Prevention) employees.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: Yes.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Barragán currently sits on the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and co-chairs the House Democratic Steering and Policy Committee.
Governance and community leadership Experience: Rep. Barragán has served in this congressional seat since 2017, and won her re-election against a Republican challenger by 42 points.
The Race
Primary election: There are two candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Nanette Barragán (D) and Genevieve Angel (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Barragán’s campaign has raised $637,718 and is not funded by law enforcement contributions. Her problematic donors include Fox Corporation, Verizon, and Edison International.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 44th Congressional District went from D+ 38% to D+ 40%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 44th Congressional District includes parts of Los Angeles County.
Voter registration: 55% Democrat, 15% Republican, and 23% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 62% Latino, 11% Asian, and 12% Black. This district is considered to be one of the strong Latino seats in the California congressional delegation.
Recent election results: CD-44 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 35 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 44 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
45th Congressional District
Re-elect Representative Derek Tran to keep CD-45 on the right track for progress and take back the Democratic House majority in 2026.
Progressive endorsements: Rep. Derek Tran has the endorsement of many groups, including California Environmental Voters, Equality California, Moms Demand Action, Reproductive Freedom for All, The Progressive Vietnamese American Organization, Women for American Values and Ethics, National Union of Healthcare Workers, Orange County Labor Federation, and several other labor unions. He has also received a problematic endorsement from Los Angeles Deputy Sheriffs.
Governance: Rep. Tran has served in this congressional seat since 2025, when he was elected with over 50% of the vote and unseated the Republican incumbent. He has sponsored 13 bills supporting Vietnamese and other South Asian refugee communities, veterans, seniors, youth, and small businesses, and co-sponsored the Protecting Healthcare and Lowering Costs Act to protect the Affordable Care Act. He cofounded the Congressional Lowering Costs Caucus. Rep. Tran previously worked on public safety policy for the mayor of Los Angeles and was a traffic commissioner for the City of Orange.
Immigration record: Early in his tenure in Congress, Rep. Tran was one of 12 Democrats who broke with the party to vote for the Laken Riley Act — which helped kick off the Trump administration’s anti-immigrant agenda — and later for a resolution that affirmed free and open communication between local, state, and federal law enforcement and thanked ICE. He has also firmly condemned ICE and Border Patrol tactics, joined 14 veterans in demanding that they stand down from interior operations after the killings in Minnesota, voted against unconditional funding for the Department of Homeland Security, conducted oversight at the Santa Ana ICE facility, demanded answers for the illegal National Guard deployment in Los Angeles, and co-sponsored several bills limiting ICE powers, supporting people detained by ICE, and protecting U.S. citizens from detention and deportation, including the ICE Visibility Act, the No More Secret Police Act, the ICE and CBP Constitutional Accountability Act, the Access to Counsel Act, and the Stop ICE from Kidnapping U.S. Citizens Act.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: No.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Tran currently sits on the House Armed Services and Small Business Committees.
Other background: Rep. Tran served in the Army Reserve for eight years. He is an attorney, and served on the board of the Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles and California. Rep. Tran co-owns an independent pharmacy with his wife.
The Race
Primary election: There are six candidates running in the June 2 primary, including incumbent Rep. Derek Tran (D), Tom Vo (R), Chi Nguyen (R), and Chuong Vo (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3. This is a Democratic top priority seat to hold to gain a Democratic majority in the House.Incumbent’s fundraising and pledges: Rep. Tran’s campaign has raised $3,860,528 and is not funded by fossil fuel or law enforcement contributions.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Tom Vo’s campaign has raised $534,315 and is partially self-funded.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Chi Nguyen’s campaign has raised $453,425.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Chuong Vo’s campaign has raised $321,894 and is funded by Torrance Police Officers Association.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 45th Congressional District went from D+ 4% to D+ 8%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 45th Congressional District includes parts of Los Angeles and Orange Counties.
Voter registration: 39% Democrat, 31% Republican, and 25% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 28% Latino, 40% Asian, and 3% Black.
Recent election results: CD-45 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by four points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by two points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Re-elect Representative Derek Tran to keep CD-45 on the right track for progress and take back the Democratic House majority in 2026.
Progressive endorsements: Rep. Derek Tran has the endorsement of many groups, including California Environmental Voters, Equality California, Moms Demand Action, Reproductive Freedom for All, The Progressive Vietnamese American Organization, Women for American Values and Ethics, National Union of Healthcare Workers, Orange County Labor Federation, and several other labor unions. He has also received a problematic endorsement from Los Angeles Deputy Sheriffs.
Governance: Rep. Tran has served in this congressional seat since 2025, when he was elected with over 50% of the vote and unseated the Republican incumbent. He has sponsored 13 bills supporting Vietnamese and other South Asian refugee communities, veterans, seniors, youth, and small businesses, and co-sponsored the Protecting Healthcare and Lowering Costs Act to protect the Affordable Care Act. He cofounded the Congressional Lowering Costs Caucus. Rep. Tran previously worked on public safety policy for the mayor of Los Angeles and was a traffic commissioner for the City of Orange.
Immigration record: Early in his tenure in Congress, Rep. Tran was one of 12 Democrats who broke with the party to vote for the Laken Riley Act — which helped kick off the Trump administration’s anti-immigrant agenda — and later for a resolution that affirmed free and open communication between local, state, and federal law enforcement and thanked ICE. He has also firmly condemned ICE and Border Patrol tactics, joined 14 veterans in demanding that they stand down from interior operations after the killings in Minnesota, voted against unconditional funding for the Department of Homeland Security, conducted oversight at the Santa Ana ICE facility, demanded answers for the illegal National Guard deployment in Los Angeles, and co-sponsored several bills limiting ICE powers, supporting people detained by ICE, and protecting U.S. citizens from detention and deportation, including the ICE Visibility Act, the No More Secret Police Act, the ICE and CBP Constitutional Accountability Act, the Access to Counsel Act, and the Stop ICE from Kidnapping U.S. Citizens Act.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: No.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Tran currently sits on the House Armed Services and Small Business Committees.
Other background: Rep. Tran served in the Army Reserve for eight years. He is an attorney, and served on the board of the Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles and California. Rep. Tran co-owns an independent pharmacy with his wife.
The Race
Primary election: There are six candidates running in the June 2 primary, including incumbent Rep. Derek Tran (D), Tom Vo (R), Chi Nguyen (R), and Chuong Vo (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3. This is a Democratic top priority seat to hold to gain a Democratic majority in the House.Incumbent’s fundraising and pledges: Rep. Tran’s campaign has raised $3,860,528 and is not funded by fossil fuel or law enforcement contributions.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Tom Vo’s campaign has raised $534,315 and is partially self-funded.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Chi Nguyen’s campaign has raised $453,425.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Chuong Vo’s campaign has raised $321,894 and is funded by Torrance Police Officers Association.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 45th Congressional District went from D+ 4% to D+ 8%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 45th Congressional District includes parts of Los Angeles and Orange Counties.
Voter registration: 39% Democrat, 31% Republican, and 25% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 28% Latino, 40% Asian, and 3% Black.
Recent election results: CD-45 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by four points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by two points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Re-elect Representative Derek Tran to keep CD-45 on the right track for progress and take back the Democratic House majority in 2026.
Progressive endorsements: Rep. Derek Tran has the endorsement of many groups, including California Environmental Voters, Equality California, Moms Demand Action, Reproductive Freedom for All, The Progressive Vietnamese American Organization, Women for American Values and Ethics, National Union of Healthcare Workers, Orange County Labor Federation, and several other labor unions. He has also received a problematic endorsement from Los Angeles Deputy Sheriffs.
Governance: Rep. Tran has served in this congressional seat since 2025, when he was elected with over 50% of the vote and unseated the Republican incumbent. He has sponsored 13 bills supporting Vietnamese and other South Asian refugee communities, veterans, seniors, youth, and small businesses, and co-sponsored the Protecting Healthcare and Lowering Costs Act to protect the Affordable Care Act. He cofounded the Congressional Lowering Costs Caucus. Rep. Tran previously worked on public safety policy for the mayor of Los Angeles and was a traffic commissioner for the City of Orange.
Immigration record: Early in his tenure in Congress, Rep. Tran was one of 12 Democrats who broke with the party to vote for the Laken Riley Act — which helped kick off the Trump administration’s anti-immigrant agenda — and later for a resolution that affirmed free and open communication between local, state, and federal law enforcement and thanked ICE. He has also firmly condemned ICE and Border Patrol tactics, joined 14 veterans in demanding that they stand down from interior operations after the killings in Minnesota, voted against unconditional funding for the Department of Homeland Security, conducted oversight at the Santa Ana ICE facility, demanded answers for the illegal National Guard deployment in Los Angeles, and co-sponsored several bills limiting ICE powers, supporting people detained by ICE, and protecting U.S. citizens from detention and deportation, including the ICE Visibility Act, the No More Secret Police Act, the ICE and CBP Constitutional Accountability Act, the Access to Counsel Act, and the Stop ICE from Kidnapping U.S. Citizens Act.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: No.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Tran currently sits on the House Armed Services and Small Business Committees.
Other background: Rep. Tran served in the Army Reserve for eight years. He is an attorney, and served on the board of the Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles and California. Rep. Tran co-owns an independent pharmacy with his wife.
The Race
Primary election: There are six candidates running in the June 2 primary, including incumbent Rep. Derek Tran (D), Tom Vo (R), Chi Nguyen (R), and Chuong Vo (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3. This is a Democratic top priority seat to hold to gain a Democratic majority in the House.Incumbent’s fundraising and pledges: Rep. Tran’s campaign has raised $3,860,528 and is not funded by fossil fuel or law enforcement contributions.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Tom Vo’s campaign has raised $534,315 and is partially self-funded.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Chi Nguyen’s campaign has raised $453,425.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Chuong Vo’s campaign has raised $321,894 and is funded by Torrance Police Officers Association.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 45th Congressional District went from D+ 4% to D+ 8%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 45th Congressional District includes parts of Los Angeles and Orange Counties.
Voter registration: 39% Democrat, 31% Republican, and 25% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 28% Latino, 40% Asian, and 3% Black.
Recent election results: CD-45 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by four points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by two points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
46th Congressional District
Based on our analysis, this is a safe Democratic district. We recommend you hold the Democratic incumbent accountable for his policy positions.
Rep. Lou Correa has served in this congressional seat since 2017, and won his 2024 re-election against a Republican challenger by 26 points. This session, his priorities for CD-46 have included twelve bills, including legislation to authorize the Department of Justice to use drones for public safety, require the Department of Homeland Security to plan for using innovative technology for border security, halt the removal of Vietnamese nationals, establish a tax credit for the purchase of zero-emissions landscaping equipment, provide a more equitable discharge standard for student loan borrowers, and add suicide-prevention resources to school ID cards. Rep. Correa’s positions over his tenure in Congress — including his support for further arming law enforcement and his opposition to reigning in Big Tech, as well as his willingness to side with Republicans in blocking California’s electric car mandate and to work with President Trump on immigration in his first term — and his endorsements of Republicans and other corporate-backed Democrats demonstrate that he is out of step with his district.
Rep. Correa currently sits on the House Judiciary Committee and the House Committee on Homeland Security, and is senior whip of the House Democratic Caucus. He is not a member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus, but is a member of the Blue Dog Coalition, comprised of the most conservative congressional Democrats. Rep. Correa has the endorsement of California Young Democrats, Equality California, National Union of Healthcare Workers, Orange County Labor Federation, Sierra Club, and Planned Parenthood Action Fund.
The Race
Primary election: There are five candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Lou Correa (D), Armando Perez-Serrato (D), Frank Behana (D), Christian Mendez (D), and David Pan (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Correa’s campaign has raised $1,010,086 and is funded by fossil fuel, real estate, and corporate contributions. His problematic donors include Walmart, Phillips 66, US Energy PAC, Sempra Energy, Chevron, Meta, Amazon, and Altria (the parent company of Phillip Morris).
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 46th Congressional District went from D+ 24% to D+ 21%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 46th Congressional District includes parts of Orange County.
Voter registration: 46% Democrat, 25% Republican, and 24% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 52% Latino, 17% Asian, and 2% Black. This district is considered to be one of the strong Latino seats in the California congressional delegation.
Recent election results: CD-46 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 16 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 15 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Based on our analysis, this is a safe Democratic district. We recommend you hold the Democratic incumbent accountable for his policy positions.
Rep. Lou Correa has served in this congressional seat since 2017, and won his 2024 re-election against a Republican challenger by 26 points. This session, his priorities for CD-46 have included twelve bills, including legislation to authorize the Department of Justice to use drones for public safety, require the Department of Homeland Security to plan for using innovative technology for border security, halt the removal of Vietnamese nationals, establish a tax credit for the purchase of zero-emissions landscaping equipment, provide a more equitable discharge standard for student loan borrowers, and add suicide-prevention resources to school ID cards. Rep. Correa’s positions over his tenure in Congress — including his support for further arming law enforcement and his opposition to reigning in Big Tech, as well as his willingness to side with Republicans in blocking California’s electric car mandate and to work with President Trump on immigration in his first term — and his endorsements of Republicans and other corporate-backed Democrats demonstrate that he is out of step with his district.
Rep. Correa currently sits on the House Judiciary Committee and the House Committee on Homeland Security, and is senior whip of the House Democratic Caucus. He is not a member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus, but is a member of the Blue Dog Coalition, comprised of the most conservative congressional Democrats. Rep. Correa has the endorsement of California Young Democrats, Equality California, National Union of Healthcare Workers, Orange County Labor Federation, Sierra Club, and Planned Parenthood Action Fund.
The Race
Primary election: There are five candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Lou Correa (D), Armando Perez-Serrato (D), Frank Behana (D), Christian Mendez (D), and David Pan (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Correa’s campaign has raised $1,010,086 and is funded by fossil fuel, real estate, and corporate contributions. His problematic donors include Walmart, Phillips 66, US Energy PAC, Sempra Energy, Chevron, Meta, Amazon, and Altria (the parent company of Phillip Morris).
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 46th Congressional District went from D+ 24% to D+ 21%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 46th Congressional District includes parts of Orange County.
Voter registration: 46% Democrat, 25% Republican, and 24% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 52% Latino, 17% Asian, and 2% Black. This district is considered to be one of the strong Latino seats in the California congressional delegation.
Recent election results: CD-46 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 16 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 15 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
47th Congressional District
Re-elect Congressional Representative Dave Min to keep CD-47 on the right track for progress.
Governance: Rep. Dave Min has served in this congressional seat since 2025, when he was elected with over 51% of the vote. This session, Rep. Min has sponsored 21 bills, including legislation to repeal the president’s executive order establishing the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), protect seniors at risk with the DOGE Social Security data breach, support victims of reproductive coercion, study the effectiveness of wildfire-mitigation methods, and award grants for caregiver skills training for children with autism or other developmental disabilities. Prior to his tenure in Congress, Rep. Min was a state senator. He scored a lifetime 59 out of 100 on Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting records. Rep. Min previously ran for Congress in 2018.
Immigration record: Early in Rep. Min’s tenure in Congress, he was one of 12 Democrats who broke with the party to vote for the Laken Riley Act — which helped kick off the Trump administration’s anti-immigrant agenda — and later for a resolution that affirmed free and open communication between local, state, and federal law enforcement and thanked ICE. He has also firmly condemned ICE and Border Patrol tactics; voted against unconditional funding for the Department of Homeland Security; conducted oversight of ICE centers and operations in Orange County and Minneapolis; and sponsored and co-sponsored several bills limiting ICE powers and supporting people detained by ICE, including the DHS Use of Force Transparency Act to increase transparency and oversight of injuries and deaths caused by ICE activity, the No More Secret Police Act, the Stop Excessive Force in Immigration Act, and the Humanitarian Standards for Individuals in ICE and CBP Custody Act.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: Yes.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Min currently sits on the House Natural Resources Committee and the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Other background: Prior to public service, Rep. Min was a law professor at UC Irvine — testifying before Congress on banking and housing policy — and an enforcement attorney at the Securities and Exchange Commission.
The Race
Primary election: There are nine candidates running in the June 2 primary, including incumbent Rep. Dave Min, Hunter Miranda (D), Jenny Rae Le Roux (R), Michael Maxsenti (R), and several NPP, Libertarian, and other Republican candidates. The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3. This is a Democratic priority seat to hold to gain the Democratic majority in the House.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Min’s campaign has raised $2,959,162 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, or contributions.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Le Roux’s campaign has raised $207,241 and is predominantly self-funded.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Maxsenti’s campaign has raised $153,918 and is partially self-funded.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 47th Congressional District went from R+ 0.04% to D+ 4%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 47th Congressional District includes parts of Orange County.
Voter registration: 36% Democrat, 32% Republican, and 25% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 15% Latino, 23% Asian, and 2% Black.
Recent election results: CD-47 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by ten points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by five points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Re-elect Congressional Representative Dave Min to keep CD-47 on the right track for progress.
Governance: Rep. Dave Min has served in this congressional seat since 2025, when he was elected with over 51% of the vote. This session, Rep. Min has sponsored 21 bills, including legislation to repeal the president’s executive order establishing the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), protect seniors at risk with the DOGE Social Security data breach, support victims of reproductive coercion, study the effectiveness of wildfire-mitigation methods, and award grants for caregiver skills training for children with autism or other developmental disabilities. Prior to his tenure in Congress, Rep. Min was a state senator. He scored a lifetime 59 out of 100 on Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting records. Rep. Min previously ran for Congress in 2018.
Immigration record: Early in Rep. Min’s tenure in Congress, he was one of 12 Democrats who broke with the party to vote for the Laken Riley Act — which helped kick off the Trump administration’s anti-immigrant agenda — and later for a resolution that affirmed free and open communication between local, state, and federal law enforcement and thanked ICE. He has also firmly condemned ICE and Border Patrol tactics; voted against unconditional funding for the Department of Homeland Security; conducted oversight of ICE centers and operations in Orange County and Minneapolis; and sponsored and co-sponsored several bills limiting ICE powers and supporting people detained by ICE, including the DHS Use of Force Transparency Act to increase transparency and oversight of injuries and deaths caused by ICE activity, the No More Secret Police Act, the Stop Excessive Force in Immigration Act, and the Humanitarian Standards for Individuals in ICE and CBP Custody Act.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: Yes.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Min currently sits on the House Natural Resources Committee and the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Other background: Prior to public service, Rep. Min was a law professor at UC Irvine — testifying before Congress on banking and housing policy — and an enforcement attorney at the Securities and Exchange Commission.
The Race
Primary election: There are nine candidates running in the June 2 primary, including incumbent Rep. Dave Min, Hunter Miranda (D), Jenny Rae Le Roux (R), Michael Maxsenti (R), and several NPP, Libertarian, and other Republican candidates. The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3. This is a Democratic priority seat to hold to gain the Democratic majority in the House.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Min’s campaign has raised $2,959,162 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, or contributions.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Le Roux’s campaign has raised $207,241 and is predominantly self-funded.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Maxsenti’s campaign has raised $153,918 and is partially self-funded.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 47th Congressional District went from R+ 0.04% to D+ 4%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 47th Congressional District includes parts of Orange County.
Voter registration: 36% Democrat, 32% Republican, and 25% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 15% Latino, 23% Asian, and 2% Black.
Recent election results: CD-47 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by ten points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by five points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Re-elect Congressional Representative Dave Min to keep CD-47 on the right track for progress.
Governance: Rep. Dave Min has served in this congressional seat since 2025, when he was elected with over 51% of the vote. This session, Rep. Min has sponsored 21 bills, including legislation to repeal the president’s executive order establishing the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), protect seniors at risk with the DOGE Social Security data breach, support victims of reproductive coercion, study the effectiveness of wildfire-mitigation methods, and award grants for caregiver skills training for children with autism or other developmental disabilities. Prior to his tenure in Congress, Rep. Min was a state senator. He scored a lifetime 59 out of 100 on Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting records. Rep. Min previously ran for Congress in 2018.
Immigration record: Early in Rep. Min’s tenure in Congress, he was one of 12 Democrats who broke with the party to vote for the Laken Riley Act — which helped kick off the Trump administration’s anti-immigrant agenda — and later for a resolution that affirmed free and open communication between local, state, and federal law enforcement and thanked ICE. He has also firmly condemned ICE and Border Patrol tactics; voted against unconditional funding for the Department of Homeland Security; conducted oversight of ICE centers and operations in Orange County and Minneapolis; and sponsored and co-sponsored several bills limiting ICE powers and supporting people detained by ICE, including the DHS Use of Force Transparency Act to increase transparency and oversight of injuries and deaths caused by ICE activity, the No More Secret Police Act, the Stop Excessive Force in Immigration Act, and the Humanitarian Standards for Individuals in ICE and CBP Custody Act.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: Yes.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Min currently sits on the House Natural Resources Committee and the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Other background: Prior to public service, Rep. Min was a law professor at UC Irvine — testifying before Congress on banking and housing policy — and an enforcement attorney at the Securities and Exchange Commission.
The Race
Primary election: There are nine candidates running in the June 2 primary, including incumbent Rep. Dave Min, Hunter Miranda (D), Jenny Rae Le Roux (R), Michael Maxsenti (R), and several NPP, Libertarian, and other Republican candidates. The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3. This is a Democratic priority seat to hold to gain the Democratic majority in the House.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Min’s campaign has raised $2,959,162 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, or contributions.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Le Roux’s campaign has raised $207,241 and is predominantly self-funded.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Maxsenti’s campaign has raised $153,918 and is partially self-funded.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 47th Congressional District went from R+ 0.04% to D+ 4%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 47th Congressional District includes parts of Orange County.
Voter registration: 36% Democrat, 32% Republican, and 25% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 15% Latino, 23% Asian, and 2% Black.
Recent election results: CD-47 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by ten points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by five points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
48th Congressional District
Based on our analysis, this is a competitive district, and a top priority to flip from Republican to Democratic. We recommend you choose the Democratic candidate who best aligns with your values.
Ammar Campa-Najjar is an educator, teaching government at Georgetown University, and U.S. Navy Reserve officer. He previously served in President Obama’s administration at the White House and with the U.S. Department of Labor. During college, he worked as a community organizer, including as regional field director in southern California for President Obama’s re-election campaign. His top issues include lower costs, dismantling ICE and immigration reform, universal health care, reproductive freedom, and stopping corruption and greed. Campa-Najjar has the endorsement of Aspire, Bold Democrats, Vote Vets, Rep. Scott Peters, Rep. Mike Levin, Rep. Ted Lieu, Rep. Robert Garcia, San Diego City Councilmember Vivian Moreno, and Temecula City Councilmember Zak Schwank. He was born and raised in San Diego, and is of Palestinian and Mexican descent.
Campa-Najjar previously ran for CD-50 twice to unseat Republican incumbents. In 2018, he challenged Rep. Duncan Hunter in the R+13% district, and lost by four points. In 2020, he ran against Darrell Issa in the R+8% district, and lost by eight points. He has faced criticism for running as a more conservative Democrat in these races, including expressing support for Trump’s border wall and Judge Amy Coney Barrett’s confirmation to the U.S. Supreme Court, and not indicating if he would vote for Biden or Trump in the 2020 general election. Campa-Najjar also ran for mayor of Chula Vista in 2022 and lost by four points.
Marni Von Wilpert has served as a San Diego City Council member since 2020, when she won her election with 53% of the vote. She ran for re-election in 2024, uncontested. Council Member Von Wilpert authored California’s first ban on untraceable ghost guns, raised wages, cut ambulance 911 response times, and launched affordable housing grants for teachers. She has been criticized by community advocates for some of her positions, especially approving a new contract for the Flock surveillance technology and a ban on camping in public when the city faces a shortage of homeless shelters. Her top issues include holding ICE accountable, cleaning up corruption and defending our democracy, protecting affordable health care and social security, raising wages and lower costs, tackling the housing crisis and unrigging the economy, and stopping Trump’s environmental destruction. Prior to her election to city council, Von Wilpert worked as a San Diego deputy city attorney and workers’ rights attorney. She has the endorsement of California Federation of Labor Unions, California Teachers Association, Equality PAC, End Citizens United-Unrig Washington, former U.S. Sen. Barbara Boxer, Rep. Mark Takano, Rep. Julia Brownley, Sen. Catherine Blakespear, Asm. Chris Ward, and San Diego Supervisor Terra Lawson-Remer.
This election, Ammar Campa-Najjar and Marni Von Wilpert have both faced pushback about how they have misrepresented their professional backgrounds and have accused each other of attacks based on their racial and LGBTQIA+ identities, respectively.
The Race
Primary election: There are 12 candidates running in the June 2 primary, including Ammar Campa-Najjar (D), Marni Von Wilpert (D), Brandon Riker (D), and several other Democratic, NPP, and Republican candidates. The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3. This is a Democratic priority seat to flip to gain the Democratic majority in the House.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Campa-Najjar’s campaign has raised $1,100,271 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Von Wilpert’s campaign has raised $1,040,712 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Riker’s campaign has raised $1,907,004 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions. His campaign is partially self-funded.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 48th Congressional District went from R+ 12% to D+ 4%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 48th Congressional District includes parts of Riverside and San Diego Counties.
Voter registration: 12% Democrat, 4% Republican, and 22% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 32% Latino, 7% Asian, and 5% Black.
Recent election results: CD-48 voted for Democrat Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by three points and Republican Brian Dahle for governor in 2022 by two points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Based on our analysis, this is a competitive district, and a top priority to flip from Republican to Democratic. We recommend you choose the Democratic candidate who best aligns with your values.
Ammar Campa-Najjar is an educator, teaching government at Georgetown University, and U.S. Navy Reserve officer. He previously served in President Obama’s administration at the White House and with the U.S. Department of Labor. During college, he worked as a community organizer, including as regional field director in southern California for President Obama’s re-election campaign. His top issues include lower costs, dismantling ICE and immigration reform, universal health care, reproductive freedom, and stopping corruption and greed. Campa-Najjar has the endorsement of Aspire, Bold Democrats, Vote Vets, Rep. Scott Peters, Rep. Mike Levin, Rep. Ted Lieu, Rep. Robert Garcia, San Diego City Councilmember Vivian Moreno, and Temecula City Councilmember Zak Schwank. He was born and raised in San Diego, and is of Palestinian and Mexican descent.
Campa-Najjar previously ran for CD-50 twice to unseat Republican incumbents. In 2018, he challenged Rep. Duncan Hunter in the R+13% district, and lost by four points. In 2020, he ran against Darrell Issa in the R+8% district, and lost by eight points. He has faced criticism for running as a more conservative Democrat in these races, including expressing support for Trump’s border wall and Judge Amy Coney Barrett’s confirmation to the U.S. Supreme Court, and not indicating if he would vote for Biden or Trump in the 2020 general election. Campa-Najjar also ran for mayor of Chula Vista in 2022 and lost by four points.
Marni Von Wilpert has served as a San Diego City Council member since 2020, when she won her election with 53% of the vote. She ran for re-election in 2024, uncontested. Council Member Von Wilpert authored California’s first ban on untraceable ghost guns, raised wages, cut ambulance 911 response times, and launched affordable housing grants for teachers. She has been criticized by community advocates for some of her positions, especially approving a new contract for the Flock surveillance technology and a ban on camping in public when the city faces a shortage of homeless shelters. Her top issues include holding ICE accountable, cleaning up corruption and defending our democracy, protecting affordable health care and social security, raising wages and lower costs, tackling the housing crisis and unrigging the economy, and stopping Trump’s environmental destruction. Prior to her election to city council, Von Wilpert worked as a San Diego deputy city attorney and workers’ rights attorney. She has the endorsement of California Federation of Labor Unions, California Teachers Association, Equality PAC, End Citizens United-Unrig Washington, former U.S. Sen. Barbara Boxer, Rep. Mark Takano, Rep. Julia Brownley, Sen. Catherine Blakespear, Asm. Chris Ward, and San Diego Supervisor Terra Lawson-Remer.
This election, Ammar Campa-Najjar and Marni Von Wilpert have both faced pushback about how they have misrepresented their professional backgrounds and have accused each other of attacks based on their racial and LGBTQIA+ identities, respectively.
The Race
Primary election: There are 12 candidates running in the June 2 primary, including Ammar Campa-Najjar (D), Marni Von Wilpert (D), Brandon Riker (D), and several other Democratic, NPP, and Republican candidates. The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3. This is a Democratic priority seat to flip to gain the Democratic majority in the House.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Campa-Najjar’s campaign has raised $1,100,271 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Von Wilpert’s campaign has raised $1,040,712 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Riker’s campaign has raised $1,907,004 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate contributions. His campaign is partially self-funded.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 48th Congressional District went from R+ 12% to D+ 4%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 48th Congressional District includes parts of Riverside and San Diego Counties.
Voter registration: 12% Democrat, 4% Republican, and 22% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 32% Latino, 7% Asian, and 5% Black.
Recent election results: CD-48 voted for Democrat Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by three points and Republican Brian Dahle for governor in 2022 by two points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
49th Congressional District
Re-elect Rep. Mike Levin to keep CD-49 on the right track for progress.
Progressive endorsements: Rep. Levin has the endorsement of many groups, including California Environmental Voters, Congressional Progressive Caucus, Jane Fonda Climate PAC, Latino Victory Fund, Reproductive Freedom for All, San Diego Democrats for Equality, Stop Gun Violence, Orange County Labor Federation, United Farm Workers, and several other labor unions.
Governance: Rep. Levin has served in this congressional seat since 2019, and won his 2024 re-election against a Republican challenger by four points. This session, he has sponsored 24 bills, including legislation to prohibit oil and gas leasing in the Southern California Planning Area, prohibit the U.S. government from funding Venezuela’s oil infrastructure, stop data centers from driving up electricity prices for consumers, support affordable housing for service members and veterans, require the inspection of decommissioned nuclear power plants, and expand free and reduced-price meal programs to summer and other school breaks.
Immigration record this session: Early last year, Rep. Levin was one of 12 Democrats who broke with the party to vote for the Laken Riley Act, which helped kick off the Trump administration’s anti-immigrant agenda. Since then, he has firmly condemned ICE and Border Patrol tactics, voted against unconditional funding for the Department of Homeland Security, conducted oversight at the Otay Mesa detention center, and co-sponsored several bills limiting ICE powers, supporting people detained by ICE, and providing pathways to citizenship for Dreamers. Rep. Levin's Democratic colleagues have sponsored more comprehensive legislation limiting the powers of ICE and providing protection for more undocumented immigrants
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: Yes.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Levin currently sits on the House Committee on Appropriations. He is a member of the pro-business New Democrat Coalition.
Other background: Prior to serving in Congress, Rep. Levin was an environmental attorney, was on the board of the Center for Sustainable Energy, and cofounded Sustainable OC. He is the grandson of immigrants from Mexico.
The Race
Primary election: There are three candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Mike Levin (D), Armen Kurdian (R), and Star Parker (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Levin’s campaign has raised $2,759,369 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, or real estate contributions.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Parker’s campaign has raised $359,430 and is partially self-funded.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 49th Congressional District went from D+ 2% to D+ 4%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 49th Congressional District includes parts of Orange and San Diego Counties.
Voter registration: 36% Democrat, 32% Republican, and 24% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 18% Latino, 11% Asian, and 2% Black.
Recent election results: CD-49 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 12 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by four points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Re-elect Rep. Mike Levin to keep CD-49 on the right track for progress.
Progressive endorsements: Rep. Levin has the endorsement of many groups, including California Environmental Voters, Congressional Progressive Caucus, Jane Fonda Climate PAC, Latino Victory Fund, Reproductive Freedom for All, San Diego Democrats for Equality, Stop Gun Violence, Orange County Labor Federation, United Farm Workers, and several other labor unions.
Governance: Rep. Levin has served in this congressional seat since 2019, and won his 2024 re-election against a Republican challenger by four points. This session, he has sponsored 24 bills, including legislation to prohibit oil and gas leasing in the Southern California Planning Area, prohibit the U.S. government from funding Venezuela’s oil infrastructure, stop data centers from driving up electricity prices for consumers, support affordable housing for service members and veterans, require the inspection of decommissioned nuclear power plants, and expand free and reduced-price meal programs to summer and other school breaks.
Immigration record this session: Early last year, Rep. Levin was one of 12 Democrats who broke with the party to vote for the Laken Riley Act, which helped kick off the Trump administration’s anti-immigrant agenda. Since then, he has firmly condemned ICE and Border Patrol tactics, voted against unconditional funding for the Department of Homeland Security, conducted oversight at the Otay Mesa detention center, and co-sponsored several bills limiting ICE powers, supporting people detained by ICE, and providing pathways to citizenship for Dreamers. Rep. Levin's Democratic colleagues have sponsored more comprehensive legislation limiting the powers of ICE and providing protection for more undocumented immigrants
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: Yes.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Levin currently sits on the House Committee on Appropriations. He is a member of the pro-business New Democrat Coalition.
Other background: Prior to serving in Congress, Rep. Levin was an environmental attorney, was on the board of the Center for Sustainable Energy, and cofounded Sustainable OC. He is the grandson of immigrants from Mexico.
The Race
Primary election: There are three candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Mike Levin (D), Armen Kurdian (R), and Star Parker (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Levin’s campaign has raised $2,759,369 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, or real estate contributions.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Parker’s campaign has raised $359,430 and is partially self-funded.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 49th Congressional District went from D+ 2% to D+ 4%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 49th Congressional District includes parts of Orange and San Diego Counties.
Voter registration: 36% Democrat, 32% Republican, and 24% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 18% Latino, 11% Asian, and 2% Black.
Recent election results: CD-49 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 12 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by four points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Re-elect Rep. Mike Levin to keep CD-49 on the right track for progress.
Progressive endorsements: Rep. Levin has the endorsement of many groups, including California Environmental Voters, Congressional Progressive Caucus, Jane Fonda Climate PAC, Latino Victory Fund, Reproductive Freedom for All, San Diego Democrats for Equality, Stop Gun Violence, Orange County Labor Federation, United Farm Workers, and several other labor unions.
Governance: Rep. Levin has served in this congressional seat since 2019, and won his 2024 re-election against a Republican challenger by four points. This session, he has sponsored 24 bills, including legislation to prohibit oil and gas leasing in the Southern California Planning Area, prohibit the U.S. government from funding Venezuela’s oil infrastructure, stop data centers from driving up electricity prices for consumers, support affordable housing for service members and veterans, require the inspection of decommissioned nuclear power plants, and expand free and reduced-price meal programs to summer and other school breaks.
Immigration record this session: Early last year, Rep. Levin was one of 12 Democrats who broke with the party to vote for the Laken Riley Act, which helped kick off the Trump administration’s anti-immigrant agenda. Since then, he has firmly condemned ICE and Border Patrol tactics, voted against unconditional funding for the Department of Homeland Security, conducted oversight at the Otay Mesa detention center, and co-sponsored several bills limiting ICE powers, supporting people detained by ICE, and providing pathways to citizenship for Dreamers. Rep. Levin's Democratic colleagues have sponsored more comprehensive legislation limiting the powers of ICE and providing protection for more undocumented immigrants
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: Yes.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Levin currently sits on the House Committee on Appropriations. He is a member of the pro-business New Democrat Coalition.
Other background: Prior to serving in Congress, Rep. Levin was an environmental attorney, was on the board of the Center for Sustainable Energy, and cofounded Sustainable OC. He is the grandson of immigrants from Mexico.
The Race
Primary election: There are three candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Mike Levin (D), Armen Kurdian (R), and Star Parker (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Levin’s campaign has raised $2,759,369 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, or real estate contributions.
Opponent’s fundraising and pledges: Parker’s campaign has raised $359,430 and is partially self-funded.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 49th Congressional District went from D+ 2% to D+ 4%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 49th Congressional District includes parts of Orange and San Diego Counties.
Voter registration: 36% Democrat, 32% Republican, and 24% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 18% Latino, 11% Asian, and 2% Black.
Recent election results: CD-49 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 12 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by four points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
50th Congressional District
Re-elect Congressional Representative Scott Peters to keep CD-50 on the right track for progress.
Progressive endorsements: Rep. Peters has had the endorsement of many groups, including California Environmental Voters, Equality California, Engage San Diego Action Fund, Planned Parenthood Action Fund, San Diego County Young Democrats, and several labor unions.
Priority bills: This year, Rep. Peters’ priorities for CD-50 have included 26 bills, including legislation to limit federal immigration enforcement, establish a universal personal savings program, establish a grant pilot program for childcare for law-enforcement officers, provide grants for cleaner air programs, allow noncitizens to temporarily visit family in the United States, require a report on federal assistance for disasters, allow the construction of affordable housing on faith lands, and increase the amount of federal assistance for drought projects.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: No.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Peters currently sits on the Committees on Energy and Commerce and Budget.
Governance and community leadership experience: Rep. Peters has served in Congress since 2013, and won his 2024 re-election against a Republican challenger by 28 points.
The Race
Primary election: There are six candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Scott Peters (D), Hatim Arnous (D), Aishwarya Mitra (D), Joseph Shea (Lib), Lucinda Jahn (NPP), and Stephen Cohen (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Peters’s campaign has raised $1,405,701 and is not funded by law-enforcement contributions. His problematic donors include AT&T, Sempra Energy, Citigroup, DTE Energy, and Altria (the parent company of Phillip Morris).
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 50th Congressional District went from D+ 18% to D+ 10%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 50th Congressional District includes parts of San Diego County.
Voter registration: 39% Democrat, 29]% Republican, and 24% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 16% Latino, 14% Asian, and 3% Black.
Recent election results: CD-50 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 18 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 11 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Re-elect Congressional Representative Scott Peters to keep CD-50 on the right track for progress.
Progressive endorsements: Rep. Peters has had the endorsement of many groups, including California Environmental Voters, Equality California, Engage San Diego Action Fund, Planned Parenthood Action Fund, San Diego County Young Democrats, and several labor unions.
Priority bills: This year, Rep. Peters’ priorities for CD-50 have included 26 bills, including legislation to limit federal immigration enforcement, establish a universal personal savings program, establish a grant pilot program for childcare for law-enforcement officers, provide grants for cleaner air programs, allow noncitizens to temporarily visit family in the United States, require a report on federal assistance for disasters, allow the construction of affordable housing on faith lands, and increase the amount of federal assistance for drought projects.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: No.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Peters currently sits on the Committees on Energy and Commerce and Budget.
Governance and community leadership experience: Rep. Peters has served in Congress since 2013, and won his 2024 re-election against a Republican challenger by 28 points.
The Race
Primary election: There are six candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Scott Peters (D), Hatim Arnous (D), Aishwarya Mitra (D), Joseph Shea (Lib), Lucinda Jahn (NPP), and Stephen Cohen (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Peters’s campaign has raised $1,405,701 and is not funded by law-enforcement contributions. His problematic donors include AT&T, Sempra Energy, Citigroup, DTE Energy, and Altria (the parent company of Phillip Morris).
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 50th Congressional District went from D+ 18% to D+ 10%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 50th Congressional District includes parts of San Diego County.
Voter registration: 39% Democrat, 29]% Republican, and 24% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 16% Latino, 14% Asian, and 3% Black.
Recent election results: CD-50 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 18 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 11 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Re-elect Congressional Representative Scott Peters to keep CD-50 on the right track for progress.
Progressive endorsements: Rep. Peters has had the endorsement of many groups, including California Environmental Voters, Equality California, Engage San Diego Action Fund, Planned Parenthood Action Fund, San Diego County Young Democrats, and several labor unions.
Priority bills: This year, Rep. Peters’ priorities for CD-50 have included 26 bills, including legislation to limit federal immigration enforcement, establish a universal personal savings program, establish a grant pilot program for childcare for law-enforcement officers, provide grants for cleaner air programs, allow noncitizens to temporarily visit family in the United States, require a report on federal assistance for disasters, allow the construction of affordable housing on faith lands, and increase the amount of federal assistance for drought projects.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: No.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Peters currently sits on the Committees on Energy and Commerce and Budget.
Governance and community leadership experience: Rep. Peters has served in Congress since 2013, and won his 2024 re-election against a Republican challenger by 28 points.
The Race
Primary election: There are six candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Scott Peters (D), Hatim Arnous (D), Aishwarya Mitra (D), Joseph Shea (Lib), Lucinda Jahn (NPP), and Stephen Cohen (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Peters’s campaign has raised $1,405,701 and is not funded by law-enforcement contributions. His problematic donors include AT&T, Sempra Energy, Citigroup, DTE Energy, and Altria (the parent company of Phillip Morris).
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 50th Congressional District went from D+ 18% to D+ 10%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 50th Congressional District includes parts of San Diego County.
Voter registration: 39% Democrat, 29]% Republican, and 24% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 16% Latino, 14% Asian, and 3% Black.
Recent election results: CD-50 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 18 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 11 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
51st Congressional District
Re-elect Congressional Representative Sara Jacobs to keep CD-51 on the right track for progress.
Progressive endorsements: Rep. Jacobs has the endorsement of some groups, including San Diego Progressive Democratic Club, San Diego Young Democrats, Democratic Women’s Club of San Diego, San Diego Democrats for Equality, California Environmental Voters, California Teachers Association, Planned Parenthood Action Fund, NRDC Action Fund, MomsRising, and several labor unions.
Priority bills: This year, Rep. Jacobs’ priorities for CD-51 have included 21 bills, including legislation to protect the privacy of reproductive and sexual health information, encourage locally led development and humanitarian response, provide fertility treatment for military families, prohibit and rescind federal funding for DOGE (the Department of Government Efficiency), and provide tax relief for disaster survivors.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: Yes.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Jacobs currently sits on the House Foreign Affairs and Armed Services Committees.
Governance and community leadership experience: Rep. Jacobs has served in this congressional seat since 2021, when she was elected with over 59% of the vote. In 2024, she won her re-election against a Republican challenger by 22 points.
The Race
Primary election: There are four candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Sara Jacobs (D), Stan Caplan (D), David Engel (D), Richard Cabrera (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Jacobs’s campaign has raised $1,519,809 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, or real estate contributions. Her campaign is partially self-funded.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 51st Congressional District went from D+ 17% to D+ 14%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 51st Congressional District includes parts of San Diego County.
Voter registration: 42% Democrat, 28% Republican, and 22% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 23% Latino, 8% Asian, and 7% Black.
Recent election results: CD-51 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 18 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 14 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Re-elect Congressional Representative Sara Jacobs to keep CD-51 on the right track for progress.
Progressive endorsements: Rep. Jacobs has the endorsement of some groups, including San Diego Progressive Democratic Club, San Diego Young Democrats, Democratic Women’s Club of San Diego, San Diego Democrats for Equality, California Environmental Voters, California Teachers Association, Planned Parenthood Action Fund, NRDC Action Fund, MomsRising, and several labor unions.
Priority bills: This year, Rep. Jacobs’ priorities for CD-51 have included 21 bills, including legislation to protect the privacy of reproductive and sexual health information, encourage locally led development and humanitarian response, provide fertility treatment for military families, prohibit and rescind federal funding for DOGE (the Department of Government Efficiency), and provide tax relief for disaster survivors.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: Yes.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Jacobs currently sits on the House Foreign Affairs and Armed Services Committees.
Governance and community leadership experience: Rep. Jacobs has served in this congressional seat since 2021, when she was elected with over 59% of the vote. In 2024, she won her re-election against a Republican challenger by 22 points.
The Race
Primary election: There are four candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Sara Jacobs (D), Stan Caplan (D), David Engel (D), Richard Cabrera (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Jacobs’s campaign has raised $1,519,809 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, or real estate contributions. Her campaign is partially self-funded.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 51st Congressional District went from D+ 17% to D+ 14%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 51st Congressional District includes parts of San Diego County.
Voter registration: 42% Democrat, 28% Republican, and 22% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 23% Latino, 8% Asian, and 7% Black.
Recent election results: CD-51 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 18 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 14 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Re-elect Congressional Representative Sara Jacobs to keep CD-51 on the right track for progress.
Progressive endorsements: Rep. Jacobs has the endorsement of some groups, including San Diego Progressive Democratic Club, San Diego Young Democrats, Democratic Women’s Club of San Diego, San Diego Democrats for Equality, California Environmental Voters, California Teachers Association, Planned Parenthood Action Fund, NRDC Action Fund, MomsRising, and several labor unions.
Priority bills: This year, Rep. Jacobs’ priorities for CD-51 have included 21 bills, including legislation to protect the privacy of reproductive and sexual health information, encourage locally led development and humanitarian response, provide fertility treatment for military families, prohibit and rescind federal funding for DOGE (the Department of Government Efficiency), and provide tax relief for disaster survivors.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: Yes.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Jacobs currently sits on the House Foreign Affairs and Armed Services Committees.
Governance and community leadership experience: Rep. Jacobs has served in this congressional seat since 2021, when she was elected with over 59% of the vote. In 2024, she won her re-election against a Republican challenger by 22 points.
The Race
Primary election: There are four candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Sara Jacobs (D), Stan Caplan (D), David Engel (D), Richard Cabrera (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Jacobs’s campaign has raised $1,519,809 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, or real estate contributions. Her campaign is partially self-funded.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 51st Congressional District went from D+ 17% to D+ 14%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 51st Congressional District includes parts of San Diego County.
Voter registration: 42% Democrat, 28% Republican, and 22% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 23% Latino, 8% Asian, and 7% Black.
Recent election results: CD-51 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 18 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 14 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
52nd Congressional District
Re-elect Congressional Representative Juan Vargas to keep CD-52 on the right track for progress.
Priority bills: This year, Rep. Vargas’s priorities for CD-52 have included seven bills, including legislation to provide water-quality restoration of the Tijuana River and the New River, impose a one-time wealth tax on people with a net worth of over $10 million, support housing stability for Dreamers, appoint temporary immigration judges, and prohibit the disclosure of Housing and Urban Development records for immigration-enforcement purposes.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: Yes.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Vargas currently sits on the Committee on Financial Services.
Governance and community leadership experience: Rep. Vargas has served in this congressional seat since 2013, and won his 2024 re-election against a Republican challenger by 32 points.
The Race
Primary election: There are three candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Juan Vargas (D), Deborah Rhodes (D), Jeffrey Belle (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Vargas’ campaign has raised $424,459 and is not funded by law-enforcement contributions. His problematic donors include Visa, Wells Fargo, Edison International, Walmart, Citigroup, and AT&T.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 52nd Congressional District went from D+ 26% to D+ 22%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 52nd Congressional District includes parts of San Diego County.
Voter registration: 44% Democrat, 23% Republican, and 26% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 52% Latino, 14% Asian, and 8% Black. This district is considered to be one of the strong Latino seats in the California congressional delegation.
Recent election results: CD-52 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 18 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 21 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Re-elect Congressional Representative Juan Vargas to keep CD-52 on the right track for progress.
Priority bills: This year, Rep. Vargas’s priorities for CD-52 have included seven bills, including legislation to provide water-quality restoration of the Tijuana River and the New River, impose a one-time wealth tax on people with a net worth of over $10 million, support housing stability for Dreamers, appoint temporary immigration judges, and prohibit the disclosure of Housing and Urban Development records for immigration-enforcement purposes.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: Yes.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Vargas currently sits on the Committee on Financial Services.
Governance and community leadership experience: Rep. Vargas has served in this congressional seat since 2013, and won his 2024 re-election against a Republican challenger by 32 points.
The Race
Primary election: There are three candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Juan Vargas (D), Deborah Rhodes (D), Jeffrey Belle (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Vargas’ campaign has raised $424,459 and is not funded by law-enforcement contributions. His problematic donors include Visa, Wells Fargo, Edison International, Walmart, Citigroup, and AT&T.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 52nd Congressional District went from D+ 26% to D+ 22%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 52nd Congressional District includes parts of San Diego County.
Voter registration: 44% Democrat, 23% Republican, and 26% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 52% Latino, 14% Asian, and 8% Black. This district is considered to be one of the strong Latino seats in the California congressional delegation.
Recent election results: CD-52 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 18 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 21 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Re-elect Congressional Representative Juan Vargas to keep CD-52 on the right track for progress.
Priority bills: This year, Rep. Vargas’s priorities for CD-52 have included seven bills, including legislation to provide water-quality restoration of the Tijuana River and the New River, impose a one-time wealth tax on people with a net worth of over $10 million, support housing stability for Dreamers, appoint temporary immigration judges, and prohibit the disclosure of Housing and Urban Development records for immigration-enforcement purposes.
Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus?: Yes.
Committee leadership/membership: Rep. Vargas currently sits on the Committee on Financial Services.
Governance and community leadership experience: Rep. Vargas has served in this congressional seat since 2013, and won his 2024 re-election against a Republican challenger by 32 points.
The Race
Primary election: There are three candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Rep. Juan Vargas (D), Deborah Rhodes (D), Jeffrey Belle (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Rep. Vargas’ campaign has raised $424,459 and is not funded by law-enforcement contributions. His problematic donors include Visa, Wells Fargo, Edison International, Walmart, Citigroup, and AT&T.
The District
Change in district after Proposition 50 redistricting: With the passage of Proposition 50 in November 2025, California’s 52nd Congressional District went from D+ 26% to D+ 22%. These district lines will be in effect through the 2030 elections, after which the California Citizens Redistricting Commission will draw new lines.Counties in district: California’s 52nd Congressional District includes parts of San Diego County.
Voter registration: 44% Democrat, 23% Republican, and 26% No Party Preference.
District demographics: 52% Latino, 14% Asian, and 8% Black. This district is considered to be one of the strong Latino seats in the California congressional delegation.
Recent election results: CD-52 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 18 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 21 points.
The Position
Congressmembers represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the United States Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and nationwide.The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 780,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the House of Representatives for a two-year term. California has 52 congressional representatives, the largest delegation in the country. There is no term limit for this position.
Democrats currently hold 42 of California’s seats, Republicans hold seven, and Independents hold one. The CD-01 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 2 primary and August 4 runoff. The CD-14 seat is vacant and will be filled in a special election with a June 16 primary and an August 18 runoff.
Statewide
Courage California endorses Tom Steyer for Governor to keep California on the right track for progress.
Progressive endorsements: Tom Steyer has the endorsement of many groups in the state, including Courage California, NRDC Action Fund, California Environmental Voters, California Teachers Association, United Domestic Workers, California Nurses Association, and several other labor groups. He is also supported by Rep. Ro Khanna and several state legislators, such as Legislative Progressive Caucus Chair Asm. Alex Lee, Asm. Isaac Bryan, Asm. Mia Bonta, Sen. Lola Smallwood-Cuevas, and Sen. Caroline Menjivar.
Top issues: Affordability, single-payer health care, education, corporate accountability and taxation, housing development, climate protections, and revenue generation
Governance and community leadership experience: Steyer founded the hedge fund management firm Farallon Capital Management before leaving that role in 2012 to dedicate himself to full-time policy advocacy. As a philanthropist, he was an early adopter of the Giving Pledge, making a public commitment to donate most of his wealth during his lifetime. To that end, he has been a longtime investor in grassroots organizing, advocating for Donald Trump’s impeachment during his first term, founding NextGen to support youth voter registration across the country, advocating for the passage of several state propositions on criminal-justice reform and progressive taxation, founding a nonprofit bank to provide affordable loans and reinvestment to local communities, and helping to establish free, nutritious school lunches for public school students in California.
His campaign has advocated for shifting the property tax burden through the passage of a split-roll ballot measure, improving access to MediCal and single-payer health care, increasing the state’s education ranking, and building one million homes that are affordable for everyday Californians. He has been outspoken about the criminality of federal immigration action, the Abolish ICE movement, and the importance of ensuring that California does not cooperate with illegal enforcement. Steyer has also been active in climate justice, supporting emissions-reduction efforts and holding polluters accountable for the harm they cause to local communities. He has advocated for reducing the cost of electricity to make green energy affordable to the average resident through electric vehicles, residential heat pumps, and solar panels.
Other background: Steyer has lived in San Francisco for 40 years.
The Race
Primary election: Nine major candidates are running in the June 2 primary, including Tom Steyer (D), Xavier Becerra (D), Katie Porter (D), Matt Mahan (D), Tony Thurmond (D), Betty Yee (D), Antonio Villaraigosa (D), Steve Hilton (R), and Chad Bianco (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising is categorized into two buckets. The first bucket is direct donations made to the campaign, typically from individuals, companies, and PACs. There are limits on direct campaign contributions — the maximum per election (primary and general) in the gubernatorial race is $39,200 — but donors can freely coordinate on strategy and spending with the candidate’s campaign. The second bucket is independent expenditures (IEs), which are contributions from an entity to support or oppose a candidate through efforts independent of candidate campaigns. These IE contributions are not coordinated directly with the campaign and are often unsolicited by the candidates; they are not subject to campaign donation limits, and do not follow the same reporting rules as direct donations. The issuance of independent expenditures often strategically indicates alignment with particular values and seeks to boost candidates who will pursue related policy or defeat candidates who will oppose related policy.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Tom Steyer’s campaign has raised $122 million in direct donations as of April 2026 and is almost entirely self-funded. He has not received donations from real estate, fossil fuel, corporate PAC, or police interests. Steyer has not been the beneficiary of independent expenditures in support of his candidacy as of April 2026. He is the target of a $13 million IE in opposition to his candidacy, funded by PG&E, California Association of Realtors, and California Correctional Peace Officers Association.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Xavier Becerra’s campaign has raised $2.8 million in direct donations as of April 2026 and is not funded by police, real estate, or corporate PAC interests but is supported by Chevron. Becerra’s campaign has not benefited from significant independent expenditures as of April 2026.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Katie Porter’s campaign has raised $6.2 million in direct donations as of April 2026 and is not funded by police, fossil fuel, real estate, or corporate PAC interests. Porter’s candidacy has been supported by an independent expenditure from Uber Technologies Inc., National Union of Healthcare Workers, California Teamsters Public Affairs Council PAC, and Singleton Schreiber, LLP.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Matt Mahan’s campaign has raised $12.7 million in direct donations as of April 2026 and is not funded by police, fossil fuel, or corporate PAC interests. Mahan’s campaign has received donations from Google cofounder Sergey Brin and billionaire Michael Moritz, and is supported by Govern for California, an advocacy group popular with Big Tech executives. His candidacy is supported by a $15 million IE funded by tech and finance executives, and is opposed by an IE led by the California Nurses Association. Mahan’s campaign also devised an unusual fundraising strategy that aimed to raise $35 million by April 17, and guaranteed donors would receive their money back if the goal was not reached.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Chad Bianco’s campaign has raised $4.3 million in direct donations as of April 2026 and is not funded by corporate PAC interests. Bianco’s campaign has not benefited from significant independent expenditures.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Steve Hilton’s campaign has raised $7 million in direct donations as of April 2026, with substantial self-funding. He has not received donations from fossil fuel or police interests but is supported by Fox News Chairman Rupert Murdoch and Google cofounder Sergey Brin. Hilton has not benefited from significant independent expenditures
The District
State: California is the most populous state in the United States, and includes 58 counties and 40 million residents.Voter registration: Of the 23 million registered voters in the state, 45% are Democrat, 25% are Republican, and 23% have no party preference. Democrats have held the Governor’s seat since 2011.
District demographics: 41% Latino, 17% Asian, and 6% Black.
Recent election results: California voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 20 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 18 points.
The Position
Governors serve as the chief executive officer of their state and have the authority to sign and implement state laws. They are responsible for overseeing the operations of the state’s executive branch and advancing statewide initiatives and programs through executive orders, legislative proposals, or executive budgets. Governors have the exclusive authority to nominate or appoint officials, including agency heads, cabinet secretaries, and state court judges. Gubernatorial power varies across states, as each state government operates under the guidance of its own state constitution.Each governor is elected by popular vote in a statewide election. In California, governors are elected to serve a four-year term and are limited to two terms in office.
Courage California endorses Tom Steyer for Governor to keep California on the right track for progress.
Progressive endorsements: Tom Steyer has the endorsement of many groups in the state, including Courage California, NRDC Action Fund, California Environmental Voters, California Teachers Association, United Domestic Workers, California Nurses Association, and several other labor groups. He is also supported by Rep. Ro Khanna and several state legislators, such as Legislative Progressive Caucus Chair Asm. Alex Lee, Asm. Isaac Bryan, Asm. Mia Bonta, Sen. Lola Smallwood-Cuevas, and Sen. Caroline Menjivar.
Top issues: Affordability, single-payer health care, education, corporate accountability and taxation, housing development, climate protections, and revenue generation
Governance and community leadership experience: Steyer founded the hedge fund management firm Farallon Capital Management before leaving that role in 2012 to dedicate himself to full-time policy advocacy. As a philanthropist, he was an early adopter of the Giving Pledge, making a public commitment to donate most of his wealth during his lifetime. To that end, he has been a longtime investor in grassroots organizing, advocating for Donald Trump’s impeachment during his first term, founding NextGen to support youth voter registration across the country, advocating for the passage of several state propositions on criminal-justice reform and progressive taxation, founding a nonprofit bank to provide affordable loans and reinvestment to local communities, and helping to establish free, nutritious school lunches for public school students in California.
His campaign has advocated for shifting the property tax burden through the passage of a split-roll ballot measure, improving access to MediCal and single-payer health care, increasing the state’s education ranking, and building one million homes that are affordable for everyday Californians. He has been outspoken about the criminality of federal immigration action, the Abolish ICE movement, and the importance of ensuring that California does not cooperate with illegal enforcement. Steyer has also been active in climate justice, supporting emissions-reduction efforts and holding polluters accountable for the harm they cause to local communities. He has advocated for reducing the cost of electricity to make green energy affordable to the average resident through electric vehicles, residential heat pumps, and solar panels.
Other background: Steyer has lived in San Francisco for 40 years.
The Race
Primary election: Nine major candidates are running in the June 2 primary, including Tom Steyer (D), Xavier Becerra (D), Katie Porter (D), Matt Mahan (D), Tony Thurmond (D), Betty Yee (D), Antonio Villaraigosa (D), Steve Hilton (R), and Chad Bianco (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising is categorized into two buckets. The first bucket is direct donations made to the campaign, typically from individuals, companies, and PACs. There are limits on direct campaign contributions — the maximum per election (primary and general) in the gubernatorial race is $39,200 — but donors can freely coordinate on strategy and spending with the candidate’s campaign. The second bucket is independent expenditures (IEs), which are contributions from an entity to support or oppose a candidate through efforts independent of candidate campaigns. These IE contributions are not coordinated directly with the campaign and are often unsolicited by the candidates; they are not subject to campaign donation limits, and do not follow the same reporting rules as direct donations. The issuance of independent expenditures often strategically indicates alignment with particular values and seeks to boost candidates who will pursue related policy or defeat candidates who will oppose related policy.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Tom Steyer’s campaign has raised $122 million in direct donations as of April 2026 and is almost entirely self-funded. He has not received donations from real estate, fossil fuel, corporate PAC, or police interests. Steyer has not been the beneficiary of independent expenditures in support of his candidacy as of April 2026. He is the target of a $13 million IE in opposition to his candidacy, funded by PG&E, California Association of Realtors, and California Correctional Peace Officers Association.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Xavier Becerra’s campaign has raised $2.8 million in direct donations as of April 2026 and is not funded by police, real estate, or corporate PAC interests but is supported by Chevron. Becerra’s campaign has not benefited from significant independent expenditures as of April 2026.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Katie Porter’s campaign has raised $6.2 million in direct donations as of April 2026 and is not funded by police, fossil fuel, real estate, or corporate PAC interests. Porter’s candidacy has been supported by an independent expenditure from Uber Technologies Inc., National Union of Healthcare Workers, California Teamsters Public Affairs Council PAC, and Singleton Schreiber, LLP.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Matt Mahan’s campaign has raised $12.7 million in direct donations as of April 2026 and is not funded by police, fossil fuel, or corporate PAC interests. Mahan’s campaign has received donations from Google cofounder Sergey Brin and billionaire Michael Moritz, and is supported by Govern for California, an advocacy group popular with Big Tech executives. His candidacy is supported by a $15 million IE funded by tech and finance executives, and is opposed by an IE led by the California Nurses Association. Mahan’s campaign also devised an unusual fundraising strategy that aimed to raise $35 million by April 17, and guaranteed donors would receive their money back if the goal was not reached.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Chad Bianco’s campaign has raised $4.3 million in direct donations as of April 2026 and is not funded by corporate PAC interests. Bianco’s campaign has not benefited from significant independent expenditures.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Steve Hilton’s campaign has raised $7 million in direct donations as of April 2026, with substantial self-funding. He has not received donations from fossil fuel or police interests but is supported by Fox News Chairman Rupert Murdoch and Google cofounder Sergey Brin. Hilton has not benefited from significant independent expenditures
The District
State: California is the most populous state in the United States, and includes 58 counties and 40 million residents.Voter registration: Of the 23 million registered voters in the state, 45% are Democrat, 25% are Republican, and 23% have no party preference. Democrats have held the Governor’s seat since 2011.
District demographics: 41% Latino, 17% Asian, and 6% Black.
Recent election results: California voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 20 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 18 points.
The Position
Governors serve as the chief executive officer of their state and have the authority to sign and implement state laws. They are responsible for overseeing the operations of the state’s executive branch and advancing statewide initiatives and programs through executive orders, legislative proposals, or executive budgets. Governors have the exclusive authority to nominate or appoint officials, including agency heads, cabinet secretaries, and state court judges. Gubernatorial power varies across states, as each state government operates under the guidance of its own state constitution.Each governor is elected by popular vote in a statewide election. In California, governors are elected to serve a four-year term and are limited to two terms in office.
Courage California endorses Tom Steyer for Governor to keep California on the right track for progress.
Progressive endorsements: Tom Steyer has the endorsement of many groups in the state, including Courage California, NRDC Action Fund, California Environmental Voters, California Teachers Association, United Domestic Workers, California Nurses Association, and several other labor groups. He is also supported by Rep. Ro Khanna and several state legislators, such as Legislative Progressive Caucus Chair Asm. Alex Lee, Asm. Isaac Bryan, Asm. Mia Bonta, Sen. Lola Smallwood-Cuevas, and Sen. Caroline Menjivar.
Top issues: Affordability, single-payer health care, education, corporate accountability and taxation, housing development, climate protections, and revenue generation
Governance and community leadership experience: Steyer founded the hedge fund management firm Farallon Capital Management before leaving that role in 2012 to dedicate himself to full-time policy advocacy. As a philanthropist, he was an early adopter of the Giving Pledge, making a public commitment to donate most of his wealth during his lifetime. To that end, he has been a longtime investor in grassroots organizing, advocating for Donald Trump’s impeachment during his first term, founding NextGen to support youth voter registration across the country, advocating for the passage of several state propositions on criminal-justice reform and progressive taxation, founding a nonprofit bank to provide affordable loans and reinvestment to local communities, and helping to establish free, nutritious school lunches for public school students in California.
His campaign has advocated for shifting the property tax burden through the passage of a split-roll ballot measure, improving access to MediCal and single-payer health care, increasing the state’s education ranking, and building one million homes that are affordable for everyday Californians. He has been outspoken about the criminality of federal immigration action, the Abolish ICE movement, and the importance of ensuring that California does not cooperate with illegal enforcement. Steyer has also been active in climate justice, supporting emissions-reduction efforts and holding polluters accountable for the harm they cause to local communities. He has advocated for reducing the cost of electricity to make green energy affordable to the average resident through electric vehicles, residential heat pumps, and solar panels.
Other background: Steyer has lived in San Francisco for 40 years.
The Race
Primary election: Nine major candidates are running in the June 2 primary, including Tom Steyer (D), Xavier Becerra (D), Katie Porter (D), Matt Mahan (D), Tony Thurmond (D), Betty Yee (D), Antonio Villaraigosa (D), Steve Hilton (R), and Chad Bianco (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising is categorized into two buckets. The first bucket is direct donations made to the campaign, typically from individuals, companies, and PACs. There are limits on direct campaign contributions — the maximum per election (primary and general) in the gubernatorial race is $39,200 — but donors can freely coordinate on strategy and spending with the candidate’s campaign. The second bucket is independent expenditures (IEs), which are contributions from an entity to support or oppose a candidate through efforts independent of candidate campaigns. These IE contributions are not coordinated directly with the campaign and are often unsolicited by the candidates; they are not subject to campaign donation limits, and do not follow the same reporting rules as direct donations. The issuance of independent expenditures often strategically indicates alignment with particular values and seeks to boost candidates who will pursue related policy or defeat candidates who will oppose related policy.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Tom Steyer’s campaign has raised $122 million in direct donations as of April 2026 and is almost entirely self-funded. He has not received donations from real estate, fossil fuel, corporate PAC, or police interests. Steyer has not been the beneficiary of independent expenditures in support of his candidacy as of April 2026. He is the target of a $13 million IE in opposition to his candidacy, funded by PG&E, California Association of Realtors, and California Correctional Peace Officers Association.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Xavier Becerra’s campaign has raised $2.8 million in direct donations as of April 2026 and is not funded by police, real estate, or corporate PAC interests but is supported by Chevron. Becerra’s campaign has not benefited from significant independent expenditures as of April 2026.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Katie Porter’s campaign has raised $6.2 million in direct donations as of April 2026 and is not funded by police, fossil fuel, real estate, or corporate PAC interests. Porter’s candidacy has been supported by an independent expenditure from Uber Technologies Inc., National Union of Healthcare Workers, California Teamsters Public Affairs Council PAC, and Singleton Schreiber, LLP.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Matt Mahan’s campaign has raised $12.7 million in direct donations as of April 2026 and is not funded by police, fossil fuel, or corporate PAC interests. Mahan’s campaign has received donations from Google cofounder Sergey Brin and billionaire Michael Moritz, and is supported by Govern for California, an advocacy group popular with Big Tech executives. His candidacy is supported by a $15 million IE funded by tech and finance executives, and is opposed by an IE led by the California Nurses Association. Mahan’s campaign also devised an unusual fundraising strategy that aimed to raise $35 million by April 17, and guaranteed donors would receive their money back if the goal was not reached.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Chad Bianco’s campaign has raised $4.3 million in direct donations as of April 2026 and is not funded by corporate PAC interests. Bianco’s campaign has not benefited from significant independent expenditures.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Steve Hilton’s campaign has raised $7 million in direct donations as of April 2026, with substantial self-funding. He has not received donations from fossil fuel or police interests but is supported by Fox News Chairman Rupert Murdoch and Google cofounder Sergey Brin. Hilton has not benefited from significant independent expenditures
The District
State: California is the most populous state in the United States, and includes 58 counties and 40 million residents.Voter registration: Of the 23 million registered voters in the state, 45% are Democrat, 25% are Republican, and 23% have no party preference. Democrats have held the Governor’s seat since 2011.
District demographics: 41% Latino, 17% Asian, and 6% Black.
Recent election results: California voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 20 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 18 points.
The Position
Governors serve as the chief executive officer of their state and have the authority to sign and implement state laws. They are responsible for overseeing the operations of the state’s executive branch and advancing statewide initiatives and programs through executive orders, legislative proposals, or executive budgets. Governors have the exclusive authority to nominate or appoint officials, including agency heads, cabinet secretaries, and state court judges. Gubernatorial power varies across states, as each state government operates under the guidance of its own state constitution.Each governor is elected by popular vote in a statewide election. In California, governors are elected to serve a four-year term and are limited to two terms in office.
Courage California endorses Michael Tubbs for Lieutenant Governor to keep California on the right track for progress.
Progressive endorsements: Michael Tubbs has the endorsement of many groups, including Courage California, Community Water Center Action, Inland Empire United, Pilipino Action Center, Harvey Milk LGBTQ Democratic Club, Project Super Bloom, ACCE Action, California Environmental Voters, California Working Families Party, SEIU California, and many Democratic clubs, including young and campus-based Democratic clubs. He is also supported by many community and elected leaders, like Dolores Huerta, Rep. Robert Garcia, Rep. Lateefah Simon, Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee, State Sen. Lola Smallwood-Cuevas, Asm. Mia Bonta, Los Angeles County Supervisor Holly Mitchell, Orange County Supervisor, Vicente Sarmiento, and San Diego County Supervisor Monica Montgomery Steppe.
Top issues: Housing affordability, higher education affordability, economic mobility, and environmental protection, including clean air and water.
Governance and community leadership experience: Tubbs is founder of the nonprofit End Poverty in California (EPIC) and Special Advisor to Governor Gavin Newsom for Economic Mobility. He previously served as a city councilmember and mayor of Stockton, where he helped the city recover from bankruptcy, created a guaranteed basic income project that has now been adopted by other cities, worked with the police chief to reduce homicides (by 40%) and officer-involved shootings, supported small businesses in the city in partnership with groups like Main Street Launch, raised over $20 million to create the Stockton Scholars scholarship and mentorship program, led a Stockton Green New Deal with a diverse coalition, and worked with a local labor union to keep San Joaquin County from closing two local health clinics. Tubbs was Stockton’s first African American mayor and the youngest mayor of a major city in the United States.
The Race
Primary election: There are 16 candidates running in the June 2 primary, including Michael Tubbs, State Treasurer Fiona Ma (D), Janelle Kellman (D), and Oliver Ma (D). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Tubbs’ campaign has raised $2,125,751 and is not funded by fossil fuel, real estate, law enforcement, or corporate donors. He does have the support of some tech, finance, and other corporate executives.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: State Treasurer Fiona Ma’s campaign has raised $2,531,616 and is not funded by fossil fuel or real estate donors.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Kellman’s campaign has raised $526,161 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate donors.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Oliver Ma’s campaign has raised $458,642 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate donors.
The District
State: California is the most populous state in the United States, and includes 58 counties and 40 million residents.Voter registration: Of the 23 million registered voters in the state, 45% are Democrat, 25% are Republican, and 23% have no party preference. Democrats have held the governor’s seat since 2011.
District demographics: 41% Latino, 17% Asian, and 6% Black.
Recent election results: California voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 20 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 18 points.
The Position
State senators represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the California State Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and statewide.The California State Senate has 40 districts. Each represents a population of about 988,000 Californians. Representatives are elected to the Senate for a four-year term. Every two years, half of the Senate’s 40 seats are subject to election. Members are allowed to serve 12 years total across both the state Senate or the Assembly. Democrats currently hold a three-quarters supermajority of 30 seats in the California State Senate, while Republicans hold ten seats.
Courage California endorses Michael Tubbs for Lieutenant Governor to keep California on the right track for progress.
Progressive endorsements: Michael Tubbs has the endorsement of many groups, including Courage California, Community Water Center Action, Inland Empire United, Pilipino Action Center, Harvey Milk LGBTQ Democratic Club, Project Super Bloom, ACCE Action, California Environmental Voters, California Working Families Party, SEIU California, and many Democratic clubs, including young and campus-based Democratic clubs. He is also supported by many community and elected leaders, like Dolores Huerta, Rep. Robert Garcia, Rep. Lateefah Simon, Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee, State Sen. Lola Smallwood-Cuevas, Asm. Mia Bonta, Los Angeles County Supervisor Holly Mitchell, Orange County Supervisor, Vicente Sarmiento, and San Diego County Supervisor Monica Montgomery Steppe.
Top issues: Housing affordability, higher education affordability, economic mobility, and environmental protection, including clean air and water.
Governance and community leadership experience: Tubbs is founder of the nonprofit End Poverty in California (EPIC) and Special Advisor to Governor Gavin Newsom for Economic Mobility. He previously served as a city councilmember and mayor of Stockton, where he helped the city recover from bankruptcy, created a guaranteed basic income project that has now been adopted by other cities, worked with the police chief to reduce homicides (by 40%) and officer-involved shootings, supported small businesses in the city in partnership with groups like Main Street Launch, raised over $20 million to create the Stockton Scholars scholarship and mentorship program, led a Stockton Green New Deal with a diverse coalition, and worked with a local labor union to keep San Joaquin County from closing two local health clinics. Tubbs was Stockton’s first African American mayor and the youngest mayor of a major city in the United States.
The Race
Primary election: There are 16 candidates running in the June 2 primary, including Michael Tubbs, State Treasurer Fiona Ma (D), Janelle Kellman (D), and Oliver Ma (D). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Tubbs’ campaign has raised $2,125,751 and is not funded by fossil fuel, real estate, law enforcement, or corporate donors. He does have the support of some tech, finance, and other corporate executives.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: State Treasurer Fiona Ma’s campaign has raised $2,531,616 and is not funded by fossil fuel or real estate donors.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Kellman’s campaign has raised $526,161 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate donors.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Oliver Ma’s campaign has raised $458,642 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate donors.
The District
State: California is the most populous state in the United States, and includes 58 counties and 40 million residents.Voter registration: Of the 23 million registered voters in the state, 45% are Democrat, 25% are Republican, and 23% have no party preference. Democrats have held the governor’s seat since 2011.
District demographics: 41% Latino, 17% Asian, and 6% Black.
Recent election results: California voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 20 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 18 points.
The Position
State senators represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the California State Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and statewide.The California State Senate has 40 districts. Each represents a population of about 988,000 Californians. Representatives are elected to the Senate for a four-year term. Every two years, half of the Senate’s 40 seats are subject to election. Members are allowed to serve 12 years total across both the state Senate or the Assembly. Democrats currently hold a three-quarters supermajority of 30 seats in the California State Senate, while Republicans hold ten seats.
Courage California endorses Michael Tubbs for Lieutenant Governor to keep California on the right track for progress.
Progressive endorsements: Michael Tubbs has the endorsement of many groups, including Courage California, Community Water Center Action, Inland Empire United, Pilipino Action Center, Harvey Milk LGBTQ Democratic Club, Project Super Bloom, ACCE Action, California Environmental Voters, California Working Families Party, SEIU California, and many Democratic clubs, including young and campus-based Democratic clubs. He is also supported by many community and elected leaders, like Dolores Huerta, Rep. Robert Garcia, Rep. Lateefah Simon, Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee, State Sen. Lola Smallwood-Cuevas, Asm. Mia Bonta, Los Angeles County Supervisor Holly Mitchell, Orange County Supervisor, Vicente Sarmiento, and San Diego County Supervisor Monica Montgomery Steppe.
Top issues: Housing affordability, higher education affordability, economic mobility, and environmental protection, including clean air and water.
Governance and community leadership experience: Tubbs is founder of the nonprofit End Poverty in California (EPIC) and Special Advisor to Governor Gavin Newsom for Economic Mobility. He previously served as a city councilmember and mayor of Stockton, where he helped the city recover from bankruptcy, created a guaranteed basic income project that has now been adopted by other cities, worked with the police chief to reduce homicides (by 40%) and officer-involved shootings, supported small businesses in the city in partnership with groups like Main Street Launch, raised over $20 million to create the Stockton Scholars scholarship and mentorship program, led a Stockton Green New Deal with a diverse coalition, and worked with a local labor union to keep San Joaquin County from closing two local health clinics. Tubbs was Stockton’s first African American mayor and the youngest mayor of a major city in the United States.
The Race
Primary election: There are 16 candidates running in the June 2 primary, including Michael Tubbs, State Treasurer Fiona Ma (D), Janelle Kellman (D), and Oliver Ma (D). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Tubbs’ campaign has raised $2,125,751 and is not funded by fossil fuel, real estate, law enforcement, or corporate donors. He does have the support of some tech, finance, and other corporate executives.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: State Treasurer Fiona Ma’s campaign has raised $2,531,616 and is not funded by fossil fuel or real estate donors.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Kellman’s campaign has raised $526,161 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate donors.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Oliver Ma’s campaign has raised $458,642 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate donors.
The District
State: California is the most populous state in the United States, and includes 58 counties and 40 million residents.Voter registration: Of the 23 million registered voters in the state, 45% are Democrat, 25% are Republican, and 23% have no party preference. Democrats have held the governor’s seat since 2011.
District demographics: 41% Latino, 17% Asian, and 6% Black.
Recent election results: California voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 20 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 18 points.
The Position
State senators represent and advocate for the needs of their district constituents at the California State Capitol. They are responsible for creating, debating, and voting on legislation that addresses issues within their district and statewide.The California State Senate has 40 districts. Each represents a population of about 988,000 Californians. Representatives are elected to the Senate for a four-year term. Every two years, half of the Senate’s 40 seats are subject to election. Members are allowed to serve 12 years total across both the state Senate or the Assembly. Democrats currently hold a three-quarters supermajority of 30 seats in the California State Senate, while Republicans hold ten seats.
Courage California endorses Attorney General Rob Bonta for re-election to keep California on the right track for progress.
Progressive endorsements: Attorney General Rob Bonta has the endorsement of many groups in the state, including Courage California, Smart Justice California, California Environmental Voters, and many labor unions. He has also received the endorsement of many elected officials, including Gov. Gavin Newsom, Sen. Adam Schiff, Sen. Alex Padilla, most members of the Democratic California House delegation, and many state legislators.
Top issues: Protecting California’s federal funding, fighting organized crime, access to reproductive health care, and maintaining safety and affordability for Californians.
Priority policies: This year, Attorney General Bonta’s priorities for California have focused on efforts to fight the Trump administration’s policies, including blocking an executive order to restrict mail voting, protecting access to gender-affirming care, opposing mandatory immigration detention without due process, and challenging HUD-funding restrictions. His office has also worked to improve the use of sexual assault evidence kits, increase accountability for Big Oil, and block corporate mergers. His office recently brought charges against a fraud ring responsible for $267 million in hospice fraud in Los Angeles, secured significant prison sentences for child sex abusers, and supported litigation that eventually led to the Trump administration dropping their appeals in cases related to rescinding funding from state energy and HUD programs.
Governance and community leadership experience: Attorney General Bonta was first elected to the State Assembly in 2012 and served as a consistent progressive champion for nine years. In 2021, Governor Gavin Newsom appointed him as state attorney general after the seat was vacated by Xavier Becerra upon his confirmation to serve in the Biden administration. Bonta won a full term in the general election in 2022 after defeating his Republican challenger by 18 points.
During his time in the State Assembly, Attorney General Bonta was an effective legislator who worked on bills related to climate protections, criminal justice and prison reform, immigrant rights, and housing protections. Bonta scored a lifetime score of 98 out of 100 on Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting records. Based on our Courage Score analysis, he supported the most progressive bills that made it to a vote and earned the Courage Score All-Star designation three times.
Prior to his election to the State Assembly, Attorney General Bonta served as a deputy city attorney for both the City and County of San Francisco, as an elected member of the Alameda Health Care District Board of Directors, as board president for the Social Service Human Relations board, as board president for Alternatives in Action, and as chair of the Economic Development Commission. He is a longtime activist in the ongoing fight for racial, economic, and social justice.
Other background: Attorney General Rob Bonta, a civil rights attorney, is from Alameda, CA. He is the son of farmworkers who provided leadership to the labor movement and is the first Filipino American to serve as California’s attorney general.
The Race
Primary election: There are three candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Attorney General Rob Bonta, Michael Gates (R), and Marjorie Mikels (G). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Attorney General Rob Bonta’s campaign has raised $7.6 million as of April 2026. He is not funded by fossil fuel or police interests.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Michael Gates’s campaign has raised $716,000 as of April 2026 and is not funded by fossil fuel or corporate PAC interests.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Marjorie Mikels’s campaign has not filed any campaign fundraising receipts with the secretary of state’s office as of April 2026.
The District
State: California is the most populous state in the United States, and includes 58 counties and 40 million residents.
Voter registration: Of the 23 million registered voters in the state, 45% are Democrat, 25% are Republican, and 23% have no party preference. Democrats have held the governor’s seat since 2011.
District demographics: 41% Latino, 17% Asian, and 6% Black.
Recent election results: California voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 20 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 18 points.
The Position
The state attorney general acts as the lead attorney and law-enforcement official for the state of California and has oversight of over 4,500 state-employed district attorneys, investigators, police officers, and administrators. The attorney general executes a variety of responsibilities in the state, including representing the people of California in criminal and civil matters in court, coordinating statewide law-enforcement efforts, providing legal counsel to state agencies, and managing special projects to protect the rights of Californians. California has 58 elected district attorneys who report to the attorney general, one for every county in the state. The attorney general is elected for a four-year term and may serve a maximum of two terms in office. This office has traditionally been held by Democrats.
Last updated: 4/26/26
References:
https://oag.ca.gov/media/news
https://ballotpedia.org/RobBonta
Courage California endorses Attorney General Rob Bonta for re-election to keep California on the right track for progress.
Progressive endorsements: Attorney General Rob Bonta has the endorsement of many groups in the state, including Courage California, Smart Justice California, California Environmental Voters, and many labor unions. He has also received the endorsement of many elected officials, including Gov. Gavin Newsom, Sen. Adam Schiff, Sen. Alex Padilla, most members of the Democratic California House delegation, and many state legislators.
Top issues: Protecting California’s federal funding, fighting organized crime, access to reproductive health care, and maintaining safety and affordability for Californians.
Priority policies: This year, Attorney General Bonta’s priorities for California have focused on efforts to fight the Trump administration’s policies, including blocking an executive order to restrict mail voting, protecting access to gender-affirming care, opposing mandatory immigration detention without due process, and challenging HUD-funding restrictions. His office has also worked to improve the use of sexual assault evidence kits, increase accountability for Big Oil, and block corporate mergers. His office recently brought charges against a fraud ring responsible for $267 million in hospice fraud in Los Angeles, secured significant prison sentences for child sex abusers, and supported litigation that eventually led to the Trump administration dropping their appeals in cases related to rescinding funding from state energy and HUD programs.
Governance and community leadership experience: Attorney General Bonta was first elected to the State Assembly in 2012 and served as a consistent progressive champion for nine years. In 2021, Governor Gavin Newsom appointed him as state attorney general after the seat was vacated by Xavier Becerra upon his confirmation to serve in the Biden administration. Bonta won a full term in the general election in 2022 after defeating his Republican challenger by 18 points.
During his time in the State Assembly, Attorney General Bonta was an effective legislator who worked on bills related to climate protections, criminal justice and prison reform, immigrant rights, and housing protections. Bonta scored a lifetime score of 98 out of 100 on Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting records. Based on our Courage Score analysis, he supported the most progressive bills that made it to a vote and earned the Courage Score All-Star designation three times.
Prior to his election to the State Assembly, Attorney General Bonta served as a deputy city attorney for both the City and County of San Francisco, as an elected member of the Alameda Health Care District Board of Directors, as board president for the Social Service Human Relations board, as board president for Alternatives in Action, and as chair of the Economic Development Commission. He is a longtime activist in the ongoing fight for racial, economic, and social justice.
Other background: Attorney General Rob Bonta, a civil rights attorney, is from Alameda, CA. He is the son of farmworkers who provided leadership to the labor movement and is the first Filipino American to serve as California’s attorney general.
The Race
Primary election: There are three candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Attorney General Rob Bonta, Michael Gates (R), and Marjorie Mikels (G). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Attorney General Rob Bonta’s campaign has raised $7.6 million as of April 2026. He is not funded by fossil fuel or police interests.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Michael Gates’s campaign has raised $716,000 as of April 2026 and is not funded by fossil fuel or corporate PAC interests.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Marjorie Mikels’s campaign has not filed any campaign fundraising receipts with the secretary of state’s office as of April 2026.
The District
State: California is the most populous state in the United States, and includes 58 counties and 40 million residents.
Voter registration: Of the 23 million registered voters in the state, 45% are Democrat, 25% are Republican, and 23% have no party preference. Democrats have held the governor’s seat since 2011.
District demographics: 41% Latino, 17% Asian, and 6% Black.
Recent election results: California voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 20 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 18 points.
The Position
The state attorney general acts as the lead attorney and law-enforcement official for the state of California and has oversight of over 4,500 state-employed district attorneys, investigators, police officers, and administrators. The attorney general executes a variety of responsibilities in the state, including representing the people of California in criminal and civil matters in court, coordinating statewide law-enforcement efforts, providing legal counsel to state agencies, and managing special projects to protect the rights of Californians. California has 58 elected district attorneys who report to the attorney general, one for every county in the state. The attorney general is elected for a four-year term and may serve a maximum of two terms in office. This office has traditionally been held by Democrats.
Last updated: 4/26/26
References:
https://oag.ca.gov/media/news
https://ballotpedia.org/RobBonta
Courage California endorses Attorney General Rob Bonta for re-election to keep California on the right track for progress.
Progressive endorsements: Attorney General Rob Bonta has the endorsement of many groups in the state, including Courage California, Smart Justice California, California Environmental Voters, and many labor unions. He has also received the endorsement of many elected officials, including Gov. Gavin Newsom, Sen. Adam Schiff, Sen. Alex Padilla, most members of the Democratic California House delegation, and many state legislators.
Top issues: Protecting California’s federal funding, fighting organized crime, access to reproductive health care, and maintaining safety and affordability for Californians.
Priority policies: This year, Attorney General Bonta’s priorities for California have focused on efforts to fight the Trump administration’s policies, including blocking an executive order to restrict mail voting, protecting access to gender-affirming care, opposing mandatory immigration detention without due process, and challenging HUD-funding restrictions. His office has also worked to improve the use of sexual assault evidence kits, increase accountability for Big Oil, and block corporate mergers. His office recently brought charges against a fraud ring responsible for $267 million in hospice fraud in Los Angeles, secured significant prison sentences for child sex abusers, and supported litigation that eventually led to the Trump administration dropping their appeals in cases related to rescinding funding from state energy and HUD programs.
Governance and community leadership experience: Attorney General Bonta was first elected to the State Assembly in 2012 and served as a consistent progressive champion for nine years. In 2021, Governor Gavin Newsom appointed him as state attorney general after the seat was vacated by Xavier Becerra upon his confirmation to serve in the Biden administration. Bonta won a full term in the general election in 2022 after defeating his Republican challenger by 18 points.
During his time in the State Assembly, Attorney General Bonta was an effective legislator who worked on bills related to climate protections, criminal justice and prison reform, immigrant rights, and housing protections. Bonta scored a lifetime score of 98 out of 100 on Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting records. Based on our Courage Score analysis, he supported the most progressive bills that made it to a vote and earned the Courage Score All-Star designation three times.
Prior to his election to the State Assembly, Attorney General Bonta served as a deputy city attorney for both the City and County of San Francisco, as an elected member of the Alameda Health Care District Board of Directors, as board president for the Social Service Human Relations board, as board president for Alternatives in Action, and as chair of the Economic Development Commission. He is a longtime activist in the ongoing fight for racial, economic, and social justice.
Other background: Attorney General Rob Bonta, a civil rights attorney, is from Alameda, CA. He is the son of farmworkers who provided leadership to the labor movement and is the first Filipino American to serve as California’s attorney general.
The Race
Primary election: There are three candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Attorney General Rob Bonta, Michael Gates (R), and Marjorie Mikels (G). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Attorney General Rob Bonta’s campaign has raised $7.6 million as of April 2026. He is not funded by fossil fuel or police interests.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Michael Gates’s campaign has raised $716,000 as of April 2026 and is not funded by fossil fuel or corporate PAC interests.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Marjorie Mikels’s campaign has not filed any campaign fundraising receipts with the secretary of state’s office as of April 2026.
The District
State: California is the most populous state in the United States, and includes 58 counties and 40 million residents.
Voter registration: Of the 23 million registered voters in the state, 45% are Democrat, 25% are Republican, and 23% have no party preference. Democrats have held the governor’s seat since 2011.
District demographics: 41% Latino, 17% Asian, and 6% Black.
Recent election results: California voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 20 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 18 points.
The Position
The state attorney general acts as the lead attorney and law-enforcement official for the state of California and has oversight of over 4,500 state-employed district attorneys, investigators, police officers, and administrators. The attorney general executes a variety of responsibilities in the state, including representing the people of California in criminal and civil matters in court, coordinating statewide law-enforcement efforts, providing legal counsel to state agencies, and managing special projects to protect the rights of Californians. California has 58 elected district attorneys who report to the attorney general, one for every county in the state. The attorney general is elected for a four-year term and may serve a maximum of two terms in office. This office has traditionally been held by Democrats.
Last updated: 4/26/26
References:
https://oag.ca.gov/media/news
https://ballotpedia.org/RobBonta
Re-elect Secretary of State Dr. Shirley Weber to keep California on the right track for progress.
Progressive endorsements: Secretary Weber has the endorsement of many groups, including California Nurses Association, California Teachers Association, Planned Parenthood Affiliates of California, San Diego Democrats for Equality, California Women’s List, and several other labor unions. She has also received the support of several local and state leaders, including Attorney General Rob Bonta, State Controller Malia Cohen, State Superintendent Tony Thurmond, Asm. LaShae Sharp-Collins, and San Diego County Supervisor Monica Montgomery-Steppe.
Top issues and priority policies: Restoring trust and transparency, encouraging Californians to vote, expanding access to the ballot, monitoring and upgrading cybersecurity policies to protect elections, and revamping voter-education outreach programs for the formerly incarcerated who are now eligible to vote.
Governance experience: Dr. Weber was appointed to serve as secretary of state by Governor Gavin Newsom in 2020 after Alex Padilla was appointed to serve the rest of Vice President Kamala Harris’s Senate term. She was unanimously confirmed by the state legislature. Dr. Weber won her 2022 election with 59% of the vote. She is the first Black California Secretary of State. In this role, Dr. Weber has focused on expanding voter outreach in rural communities and on high school and college campuses. She has sued local governments for violating election laws, successfully defended against the Trump administration’s attempt to seize California’s voter data, and supported the Prop 50 redistricting effort to counter the Republican-led undemocratic gerrymandering campaigns. Community groups have advocated for Dr. Weber to continue to expand access to voters with disabilities and voters with limited English proficiency.
Dr. Weber previously served in the State Assembly from 2012–2021, and sponsored bills on a variety of issues, including school safety, full-day kindergarten, reducing the use of deadly force by police, strengthening the CalFresh program, and creating the state Reparations Task Force. Her successes also included environmental cleanup, increasing food access for food-insecure communities, establishing protections for residents of long-term nursing facilities, and lowering the cost of childcare. She scored a lifetime 93 out of 100 on Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting records. Based on our Courage Score analysis, Sec. Weber supported nearly all progressive bills that made it to a vote.
Prior to serving in public office, Secretary Weber founded the Department of Africana Studies at San Diego State University in 1972, and taught there for forty years. She also served as president of the National Council for Black Studies from 2002–2006, as president of the San Diego Board of Education from 1988–1996, and as chairperson of San Diego’s Citizens Equal Opportunity Commission.
The Race
Primary election: There are four candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Secretary Dr. Shirley Weber (D), Michael Feinstein (Grn), Gary Blenner (Grn), and Donald Wagner (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Secretary Weber’s campaign has raised $462,061 and is not funded by fossil fuel, real estate, or corporate contributions.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Michael Feinstein’s campaign has not filed any campaign-finance information as of April 2026.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Gary Blenner’s campaign has not filed any campaign-finance information as of April 2026.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Donald Wagner’s campaign has raised $501,693 and is funded by law enforcement. Wagner is an Orange County supervisor and a founder of the county’s Federalist Society, a conservative legal group that has successfully gotten more right-wing judges appointed around the country, including to the U.S. Supreme Court. He supports the Republican-backed voter-ID ballot measure that will keep eligible Californians from voting and says he will end the practice of sending mail-in ballots to every voter in the state.
The District
State: California is the most populous state in the United States, and includes 58 counties and 40 million residents.Voter registration: Of the 23 million registered voters in the state, 45% are Democrat, 25% are Republican, and 23% have no party preference. Democrats have held the Governor’s seat since 2011.
District demographics: 41% Latino, 17% Asian, and 6% Black.
Recent election results: California voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 20 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 18 points.
The Position
The secretary of state acts as the lead records officer for the state of California, and manages an office of 500 civil-service employees who are responsible for ensuring transparency and accessibility in elections, campaigning, business records, and legislative advocacy. The secretary of state’s office has a significant responsibility for election implementation and integrity, as it produces information pamphlets for voters in ten languages, provides statewide testing and approval for voting equipment, maintains the voter database, and certifies the official candidate lists and the official election results. The secretary of state’s office also oversees the filing and disclosure of campaign-finance information, the management of business records, the safeguarding of statewide address confidentiality, and the maintenance of registries for domestic partnerships and advanced health-care directives. The secretary of state is elected for a four-year term and may serve a maximum of two terms in office. This office has traditionally been held by Democrats.Re-elect Secretary of State Dr. Shirley Weber to keep California on the right track for progress.
Progressive endorsements: Secretary Weber has the endorsement of many groups, including California Nurses Association, California Teachers Association, Planned Parenthood Affiliates of California, San Diego Democrats for Equality, California Women’s List, and several other labor unions. She has also received the support of several local and state leaders, including Attorney General Rob Bonta, State Controller Malia Cohen, State Superintendent Tony Thurmond, Asm. LaShae Sharp-Collins, and San Diego County Supervisor Monica Montgomery-Steppe.
Top issues and priority policies: Restoring trust and transparency, encouraging Californians to vote, expanding access to the ballot, monitoring and upgrading cybersecurity policies to protect elections, and revamping voter-education outreach programs for the formerly incarcerated who are now eligible to vote.
Governance experience: Dr. Weber was appointed to serve as secretary of state by Governor Gavin Newsom in 2020 after Alex Padilla was appointed to serve the rest of Vice President Kamala Harris’s Senate term. She was unanimously confirmed by the state legislature. Dr. Weber won her 2022 election with 59% of the vote. She is the first Black California Secretary of State. In this role, Dr. Weber has focused on expanding voter outreach in rural communities and on high school and college campuses. She has sued local governments for violating election laws, successfully defended against the Trump administration’s attempt to seize California’s voter data, and supported the Prop 50 redistricting effort to counter the Republican-led undemocratic gerrymandering campaigns. Community groups have advocated for Dr. Weber to continue to expand access to voters with disabilities and voters with limited English proficiency.
Dr. Weber previously served in the State Assembly from 2012–2021, and sponsored bills on a variety of issues, including school safety, full-day kindergarten, reducing the use of deadly force by police, strengthening the CalFresh program, and creating the state Reparations Task Force. Her successes also included environmental cleanup, increasing food access for food-insecure communities, establishing protections for residents of long-term nursing facilities, and lowering the cost of childcare. She scored a lifetime 93 out of 100 on Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting records. Based on our Courage Score analysis, Sec. Weber supported nearly all progressive bills that made it to a vote.
Prior to serving in public office, Secretary Weber founded the Department of Africana Studies at San Diego State University in 1972, and taught there for forty years. She also served as president of the National Council for Black Studies from 2002–2006, as president of the San Diego Board of Education from 1988–1996, and as chairperson of San Diego’s Citizens Equal Opportunity Commission.
The Race
Primary election: There are four candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Secretary Dr. Shirley Weber (D), Michael Feinstein (Grn), Gary Blenner (Grn), and Donald Wagner (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Secretary Weber’s campaign has raised $462,061 and is not funded by fossil fuel, real estate, or corporate contributions.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Michael Feinstein’s campaign has not filed any campaign-finance information as of April 2026.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Gary Blenner’s campaign has not filed any campaign-finance information as of April 2026.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Donald Wagner’s campaign has raised $501,693 and is funded by law enforcement. Wagner is an Orange County supervisor and a founder of the county’s Federalist Society, a conservative legal group that has successfully gotten more right-wing judges appointed around the country, including to the U.S. Supreme Court. He supports the Republican-backed voter-ID ballot measure that will keep eligible Californians from voting and says he will end the practice of sending mail-in ballots to every voter in the state.
The District
State: California is the most populous state in the United States, and includes 58 counties and 40 million residents.Voter registration: Of the 23 million registered voters in the state, 45% are Democrat, 25% are Republican, and 23% have no party preference. Democrats have held the Governor’s seat since 2011.
District demographics: 41% Latino, 17% Asian, and 6% Black.
Recent election results: California voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 20 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 18 points.
The Position
The secretary of state acts as the lead records officer for the state of California, and manages an office of 500 civil-service employees who are responsible for ensuring transparency and accessibility in elections, campaigning, business records, and legislative advocacy. The secretary of state’s office has a significant responsibility for election implementation and integrity, as it produces information pamphlets for voters in ten languages, provides statewide testing and approval for voting equipment, maintains the voter database, and certifies the official candidate lists and the official election results. The secretary of state’s office also oversees the filing and disclosure of campaign-finance information, the management of business records, the safeguarding of statewide address confidentiality, and the maintenance of registries for domestic partnerships and advanced health-care directives. The secretary of state is elected for a four-year term and may serve a maximum of two terms in office. This office has traditionally been held by Democrats.Re-elect Secretary of State Dr. Shirley Weber to keep California on the right track for progress.
Progressive endorsements: Secretary Weber has the endorsement of many groups, including California Nurses Association, California Teachers Association, Planned Parenthood Affiliates of California, San Diego Democrats for Equality, California Women’s List, and several other labor unions. She has also received the support of several local and state leaders, including Attorney General Rob Bonta, State Controller Malia Cohen, State Superintendent Tony Thurmond, Asm. LaShae Sharp-Collins, and San Diego County Supervisor Monica Montgomery-Steppe.
Top issues and priority policies: Restoring trust and transparency, encouraging Californians to vote, expanding access to the ballot, monitoring and upgrading cybersecurity policies to protect elections, and revamping voter-education outreach programs for the formerly incarcerated who are now eligible to vote.
Governance experience: Dr. Weber was appointed to serve as secretary of state by Governor Gavin Newsom in 2020 after Alex Padilla was appointed to serve the rest of Vice President Kamala Harris’s Senate term. She was unanimously confirmed by the state legislature. Dr. Weber won her 2022 election with 59% of the vote. She is the first Black California Secretary of State. In this role, Dr. Weber has focused on expanding voter outreach in rural communities and on high school and college campuses. She has sued local governments for violating election laws, successfully defended against the Trump administration’s attempt to seize California’s voter data, and supported the Prop 50 redistricting effort to counter the Republican-led undemocratic gerrymandering campaigns. Community groups have advocated for Dr. Weber to continue to expand access to voters with disabilities and voters with limited English proficiency.
Dr. Weber previously served in the State Assembly from 2012–2021, and sponsored bills on a variety of issues, including school safety, full-day kindergarten, reducing the use of deadly force by police, strengthening the CalFresh program, and creating the state Reparations Task Force. Her successes also included environmental cleanup, increasing food access for food-insecure communities, establishing protections for residents of long-term nursing facilities, and lowering the cost of childcare. She scored a lifetime 93 out of 100 on Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting records. Based on our Courage Score analysis, Sec. Weber supported nearly all progressive bills that made it to a vote.
Prior to serving in public office, Secretary Weber founded the Department of Africana Studies at San Diego State University in 1972, and taught there for forty years. She also served as president of the National Council for Black Studies from 2002–2006, as president of the San Diego Board of Education from 1988–1996, and as chairperson of San Diego’s Citizens Equal Opportunity Commission.
The Race
Primary election: There are four candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Secretary Dr. Shirley Weber (D), Michael Feinstein (Grn), Gary Blenner (Grn), and Donald Wagner (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Secretary Weber’s campaign has raised $462,061 and is not funded by fossil fuel, real estate, or corporate contributions.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Michael Feinstein’s campaign has not filed any campaign-finance information as of April 2026.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Gary Blenner’s campaign has not filed any campaign-finance information as of April 2026.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Donald Wagner’s campaign has raised $501,693 and is funded by law enforcement. Wagner is an Orange County supervisor and a founder of the county’s Federalist Society, a conservative legal group that has successfully gotten more right-wing judges appointed around the country, including to the U.S. Supreme Court. He supports the Republican-backed voter-ID ballot measure that will keep eligible Californians from voting and says he will end the practice of sending mail-in ballots to every voter in the state.
The District
State: California is the most populous state in the United States, and includes 58 counties and 40 million residents.Voter registration: Of the 23 million registered voters in the state, 45% are Democrat, 25% are Republican, and 23% have no party preference. Democrats have held the Governor’s seat since 2011.
District demographics: 41% Latino, 17% Asian, and 6% Black.
Recent election results: California voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 20 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 18 points.
The Position
The secretary of state acts as the lead records officer for the state of California, and manages an office of 500 civil-service employees who are responsible for ensuring transparency and accessibility in elections, campaigning, business records, and legislative advocacy. The secretary of state’s office has a significant responsibility for election implementation and integrity, as it produces information pamphlets for voters in ten languages, provides statewide testing and approval for voting equipment, maintains the voter database, and certifies the official candidate lists and the official election results. The secretary of state’s office also oversees the filing and disclosure of campaign-finance information, the management of business records, the safeguarding of statewide address confidentiality, and the maintenance of registries for domestic partnerships and advanced health-care directives. The secretary of state is elected for a four-year term and may serve a maximum of two terms in office. This office has traditionally been held by Democrats.We recommend that you choose the Democratic candidate who best aligns to your values in this race.
Eleni Kounalakis currently serves as California’s lieutenant governor, and was elected to that seat in 2018 with over 56% of the vote. In 2022, she won her re-election against a Republican challenger by 18 points. During her time in state leadership, she has championed bills to improve environmental protections, international affairs, and equity across the state. She has supported efforts to decommission oil drilling, transition the state to renewable energy, reduce carbon emissions, promote California’s economy on the global stage, and establish the first Transgender Advisory Council in the country. She also serves as a member of the University of California Board of Regents and the California State University Board of Trustees, and has advocated for more affordable tuition and creating more affordable student housing on campus. Before holding elected office, she served under Gov. Jerry Brown as chair of the California Advisory Council for International Trade and Investment, was a fellow at the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Intelligence and Research, and served as U.S. ambassador to the Republic of Hungary under former President Barack Obama. Before her public service, Kounalakis was a businessperson who served as president of AKT Development, a housing- and land-development firm founded by her father. The firm is the largest in the Sacramento area, and primarily focuses on residential master-planned communities. She has the endorsement of a few groups, including East Area Progressive Democrats and Teamsters California.
Tony Vazquez currently serves as a member of the state’s Board of Equalization, and was elected to that seat in 2018 with over 69% of the vote. In 2022, he was re-elected after defeating an independent challenger by 40 points. As a member of the Board of Equalization, he worked to provide disaster relief to small businesses during the pandemic, and provided guidance to constituents after the passage of Proposition 19. Vazquez has focused his campaign on affordable housing and the importance of streamlining permits and tax benefits, investment in state educational systems and institutions, and championing equity for the Latino community. Prior to his current position, Vazquez was a community advocate and a longtime elected leader. He joined the Santa Monica City Council in 1990, and supported local efforts to revitalize the Third Street Promenade business district and created more transportation routes connecting the community to downtown Los Angeles. He was a district director for a Los Angeles City Council member, and also served as the Southern California regional director for California Futures Network and as a community planner for the United Way of Greater Los Angeles. He later returned to the Santa Monica City Council and served as both mayor pro tempore and mayor, where he was a strong advocate for continued business development and affordable housing. Vazquez has the endorsement of a few groups, including Stonewall Democrats.
Anna Caballero currently serves as a member of the California State Senate, and was elected to that seat in 2018 with over 54% of the vote. In 2022, she won her re-election against a challenger by 13 points. This year, she has authored and passed bills to expand the membership of the California Water Plan advisory committee to include tribes and unions, create a commission to accelerate development and growth in fusion energy, and establish an education fund for a master’s-level nurse midwifery education program at CSU. Sen. Caballero scores a lifetime 52 out of 100 on Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting records. Based on our Courage Score analysis, she has not supported key bills on consumer protections, environmental protections, affordable health care, or public safety. She has the endorsement of some groups, including YIMBY California, California Latino Legislative Caucus, and the Democratic Women’s Caucus.
The Race
Primary election: There are seven candidates running in the June 2 primary, including Eleni Kounalakis (D), Tony Vazquez (D), Anna Caballero (D), David Serpa (R), Jennifer Hawks (R), and Glenn Turner (G). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Eleni Kounalakis’s campaign has raised $542,000 as of April 2026, and is not funded by fossil fuel interests. Her problematic donors include Google, California Statewide Law Enforcement Association PAC, and California Apartment Association PAC.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Tony Vazquez’s campaign has raised $183,000 as of April 2026 and is not funded by police, fossil fuel, real estate, or corporate PAC interests.
Candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Anna Caballero’s campaign has raised $2 million as of April 2026 and is funded by police, real estate, corporate PAC, and fossil fuel interests. Her problematic donors include Edison International, Comcast, California Apartment Association PAC, and Association of Orange County Deputy Sheriffs PAC.
The District
State: California is the most populous state in the United States, and includes 58 counties and 40 million residents.Voter registration: Of the 23 million registered voters in the state, 45% are Democrat, 25% are Republican, and 23% have no party preference. Democrats have held the governor’s seat since 2011.
District demographics: 41% Latino, 17% Asian, and 6% Black.
Recent election results: California voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 20 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 18 points.
The Position
Treasurers serve as a state’s chief banker, overseeing revenue and finances for schools, roads, housing, levees, public-health facilities, and infrastructure projects. They can be responsible for pension administration, public employee payroll, and fraud oversight. Treasurers manage the state’s investments and the sale of state bonds, and serve as the trustee of the state’s debt portfolio. In California, the state treasurer manages the banking for the world’s fifth-largest economy and typically oversees around $2.5 trillion in banking transactions during each fiscal year.The California state treasurer is elected by popular vote in a statewide election. The state treasurer is elected to serve four-year terms, and is limited to two terms in office.
We recommend that you choose the Democratic candidate who best aligns to your values in this race.
Eleni Kounalakis currently serves as California’s lieutenant governor, and was elected to that seat in 2018 with over 56% of the vote. In 2022, she won her re-election against a Republican challenger by 18 points. During her time in state leadership, she has championed bills to improve environmental protections, international affairs, and equity across the state. She has supported efforts to decommission oil drilling, transition the state to renewable energy, reduce carbon emissions, promote California’s economy on the global stage, and establish the first Transgender Advisory Council in the country. She also serves as a member of the University of California Board of Regents and the California State University Board of Trustees, and has advocated for more affordable tuition and creating more affordable student housing on campus. Before holding elected office, she served under Gov. Jerry Brown as chair of the California Advisory Council for International Trade and Investment, was a fellow at the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Intelligence and Research, and served as U.S. ambassador to the Republic of Hungary under former President Barack Obama. Before her public service, Kounalakis was a businessperson who served as president of AKT Development, a housing- and land-development firm founded by her father. The firm is the largest in the Sacramento area, and primarily focuses on residential master-planned communities. She has the endorsement of a few groups, including East Area Progressive Democrats and Teamsters California.
Tony Vazquez currently serves as a member of the state’s Board of Equalization, and was elected to that seat in 2018 with over 69% of the vote. In 2022, he was re-elected after defeating an independent challenger by 40 points. As a member of the Board of Equalization, he worked to provide disaster relief to small businesses during the pandemic, and provided guidance to constituents after the passage of Proposition 19. Vazquez has focused his campaign on affordable housing and the importance of streamlining permits and tax benefits, investment in state educational systems and institutions, and championing equity for the Latino community. Prior to his current position, Vazquez was a community advocate and a longtime elected leader. He joined the Santa Monica City Council in 1990, and supported local efforts to revitalize the Third Street Promenade business district and created more transportation routes connecting the community to downtown Los Angeles. He was a district director for a Los Angeles City Council member, and also served as the Southern California regional director for California Futures Network and as a community planner for the United Way of Greater Los Angeles. He later returned to the Santa Monica City Council and served as both mayor pro tempore and mayor, where he was a strong advocate for continued business development and affordable housing. Vazquez has the endorsement of a few groups, including Stonewall Democrats.
Anna Caballero currently serves as a member of the California State Senate, and was elected to that seat in 2018 with over 54% of the vote. In 2022, she won her re-election against a challenger by 13 points. This year, she has authored and passed bills to expand the membership of the California Water Plan advisory committee to include tribes and unions, create a commission to accelerate development and growth in fusion energy, and establish an education fund for a master’s-level nurse midwifery education program at CSU. Sen. Caballero scores a lifetime 52 out of 100 on Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting records. Based on our Courage Score analysis, she has not supported key bills on consumer protections, environmental protections, affordable health care, or public safety. She has the endorsement of some groups, including YIMBY California, California Latino Legislative Caucus, and the Democratic Women’s Caucus.
The Race
Primary election: There are seven candidates running in the June 2 primary, including Eleni Kounalakis (D), Tony Vazquez (D), Anna Caballero (D), David Serpa (R), Jennifer Hawks (R), and Glenn Turner (G). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Eleni Kounalakis’s campaign has raised $542,000 as of April 2026, and is not funded by fossil fuel interests. Her problematic donors include Google, California Statewide Law Enforcement Association PAC, and California Apartment Association PAC.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Tony Vazquez’s campaign has raised $183,000 as of April 2026 and is not funded by police, fossil fuel, real estate, or corporate PAC interests.
Candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Anna Caballero’s campaign has raised $2 million as of April 2026 and is funded by police, real estate, corporate PAC, and fossil fuel interests. Her problematic donors include Edison International, Comcast, California Apartment Association PAC, and Association of Orange County Deputy Sheriffs PAC.
The District
State: California is the most populous state in the United States, and includes 58 counties and 40 million residents.Voter registration: Of the 23 million registered voters in the state, 45% are Democrat, 25% are Republican, and 23% have no party preference. Democrats have held the governor’s seat since 2011.
District demographics: 41% Latino, 17% Asian, and 6% Black.
Recent election results: California voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 20 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 18 points.
The Position
Treasurers serve as a state’s chief banker, overseeing revenue and finances for schools, roads, housing, levees, public-health facilities, and infrastructure projects. They can be responsible for pension administration, public employee payroll, and fraud oversight. Treasurers manage the state’s investments and the sale of state bonds, and serve as the trustee of the state’s debt portfolio. In California, the state treasurer manages the banking for the world’s fifth-largest economy and typically oversees around $2.5 trillion in banking transactions during each fiscal year.The California state treasurer is elected by popular vote in a statewide election. The state treasurer is elected to serve four-year terms, and is limited to two terms in office.
Re-elect Controller Malia Cohen to keep California on the right track for progress.
Malia Cohen has been state controller since 2023, when she was elected with 55% of the vote. In her tenure as controller, she has prioritized fairness and equity, supporting gender equity, workforce training and development, affordable housing, affordable and quality health care, climate change, and corporate accountability in her duties. Controller Cohen previously served on the California State Board of Equalization and the San Francisco Board of Supervisors. As chair of the San Francisco Employee Retirement System, she led the effort to divest from fossil fuels. Controller Malia Cohen has the endorsement of many progressive groups, including Equality California, California Environmental Voters, California Nurses Association, SEIU California, California Labor Federation, and several other labor unions. She is also supported by elected leaders, including Senator Adam Schiff, Governor Gavin Newsom, State Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas, and Senate President Pro Tempore Monique Limón.
The Race
Primary election: There are three candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Controller Malia Cohen (D), Herb Morgan (R), and Meghann Adams (PAF). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Controller Malia Cohen’s campaign has raised $1,214,831.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Herb Morgan’s campaign has raised $373,351 and is partially self-funded. He does not have any contributions from fossil fuel, real estate, law enforcement, or corporate donors.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Meghann Adams’s campaign has raised $15,697 and is not funded by fossil fuel, real estate, law enforcement, or corporate donors.
The District
State: California is the most populous state in the United States, and includes 58 counties and 40 million residents.Voter registration: Of the 23 million registered voters in the state, 45% are Democrat, 25% are Republican, and 23% have no party preference. Democrats have held the governor’s seat since 2011.
District demographics: 41% Latino, 17% Asian, and 6% Black.
Recent election results: California voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 20 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 18 points.
The Position
The state controller acts as the lead fiscal authority for the state of California, which is the fifth-largest economy in the world. The state controller manages an office of 1,400 public servants responsible for the disbursement of financial resources across the state. The state controller’s office oversees audits of funds distributed to state agencies and programs, acts as a steward for unclaimed property that falls to state possession, provides accounting and reporting services for government entities, and manages payroll accounting and data for state employees. The state controller also serves as a policy liaison to a variety of finance organizations, including the state’s two pension funds, CalPERS and CalSTRS, and the California Franchise Tax Board. The state controller is elected for a four-year term and may serve a maximum of two terms in office. This office has traditionally been held by Democrats.Re-elect Controller Malia Cohen to keep California on the right track for progress.
Malia Cohen has been state controller since 2023, when she was elected with 55% of the vote. In her tenure as controller, she has prioritized fairness and equity, supporting gender equity, workforce training and development, affordable housing, affordable and quality health care, climate change, and corporate accountability in her duties. Controller Cohen previously served on the California State Board of Equalization and the San Francisco Board of Supervisors. As chair of the San Francisco Employee Retirement System, she led the effort to divest from fossil fuels. Controller Malia Cohen has the endorsement of many progressive groups, including Equality California, California Environmental Voters, California Nurses Association, SEIU California, California Labor Federation, and several other labor unions. She is also supported by elected leaders, including Senator Adam Schiff, Governor Gavin Newsom, State Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas, and Senate President Pro Tempore Monique Limón.
The Race
Primary election: There are three candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Controller Malia Cohen (D), Herb Morgan (R), and Meghann Adams (PAF). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Controller Malia Cohen’s campaign has raised $1,214,831.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Herb Morgan’s campaign has raised $373,351 and is partially self-funded. He does not have any contributions from fossil fuel, real estate, law enforcement, or corporate donors.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Meghann Adams’s campaign has raised $15,697 and is not funded by fossil fuel, real estate, law enforcement, or corporate donors.
The District
State: California is the most populous state in the United States, and includes 58 counties and 40 million residents.Voter registration: Of the 23 million registered voters in the state, 45% are Democrat, 25% are Republican, and 23% have no party preference. Democrats have held the governor’s seat since 2011.
District demographics: 41% Latino, 17% Asian, and 6% Black.
Recent election results: California voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 20 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 18 points.
The Position
The state controller acts as the lead fiscal authority for the state of California, which is the fifth-largest economy in the world. The state controller manages an office of 1,400 public servants responsible for the disbursement of financial resources across the state. The state controller’s office oversees audits of funds distributed to state agencies and programs, acts as a steward for unclaimed property that falls to state possession, provides accounting and reporting services for government entities, and manages payroll accounting and data for state employees. The state controller also serves as a policy liaison to a variety of finance organizations, including the state’s two pension funds, CalPERS and CalSTRS, and the California Franchise Tax Board. The state controller is elected for a four-year term and may serve a maximum of two terms in office. This office has traditionally been held by Democrats.Re-elect Controller Malia Cohen to keep California on the right track for progress.
Malia Cohen has been state controller since 2023, when she was elected with 55% of the vote. In her tenure as controller, she has prioritized fairness and equity, supporting gender equity, workforce training and development, affordable housing, affordable and quality health care, climate change, and corporate accountability in her duties. Controller Cohen previously served on the California State Board of Equalization and the San Francisco Board of Supervisors. As chair of the San Francisco Employee Retirement System, she led the effort to divest from fossil fuels. Controller Malia Cohen has the endorsement of many progressive groups, including Equality California, California Environmental Voters, California Nurses Association, SEIU California, California Labor Federation, and several other labor unions. She is also supported by elected leaders, including Senator Adam Schiff, Governor Gavin Newsom, State Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas, and Senate President Pro Tempore Monique Limón.
The Race
Primary election: There are three candidates running in the June 2 primary: incumbent Controller Malia Cohen (D), Herb Morgan (R), and Meghann Adams (PAF). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Controller Malia Cohen’s campaign has raised $1,214,831.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Herb Morgan’s campaign has raised $373,351 and is partially self-funded. He does not have any contributions from fossil fuel, real estate, law enforcement, or corporate donors.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Meghann Adams’s campaign has raised $15,697 and is not funded by fossil fuel, real estate, law enforcement, or corporate donors.
The District
State: California is the most populous state in the United States, and includes 58 counties and 40 million residents.Voter registration: Of the 23 million registered voters in the state, 45% are Democrat, 25% are Republican, and 23% have no party preference. Democrats have held the governor’s seat since 2011.
District demographics: 41% Latino, 17% Asian, and 6% Black.
Recent election results: California voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 20 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 18 points.
The Position
The state controller acts as the lead fiscal authority for the state of California, which is the fifth-largest economy in the world. The state controller manages an office of 1,400 public servants responsible for the disbursement of financial resources across the state. The state controller’s office oversees audits of funds distributed to state agencies and programs, acts as a steward for unclaimed property that falls to state possession, provides accounting and reporting services for government entities, and manages payroll accounting and data for state employees. The state controller also serves as a policy liaison to a variety of finance organizations, including the state’s two pension funds, CalPERS and CalSTRS, and the California Franchise Tax Board. The state controller is elected for a four-year term and may serve a maximum of two terms in office. This office has traditionally been held by Democrats.We recommend that you choose the Democratic candidate who best aligns to your values in this race.
Ben Allen has been a state Senator since 2014, and won his 2022 re-election with 67% of the vote. This session, Sen. Allen’s priorities for SD-24 include 38 bills about wildfire recovery, environmental protection, green energy, affordable housing, public safety, and campaign-finance reform. Of these, sixteen were successfully chaptered into law, four died, and the others remain in committee. He sponsored and passed legislation to expedite insurance payments and provide tax relief for wildfire survivors, supports electric vehicle chargers for HOA residents, and — if California voters approve the ballot measure on the November 2026 election — will allow public financing of election campaigns to fight against money in politics. He scores a lifetime 91 out of 100 on Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting records. Based on our Courage Score analysis, Sen. Allen supported most progressive bills that made it to a vote, and earned the designation of Honorable Mention this year. Sen. Allen’s priorities for this position are stabilizing the insurance market, ensuring that Californians receive fair treatment from insurers after disasters, making the Department of Insurance more transparent and accountable, and getting people off the state-run FAIR Plan insurer of last resort. He is endorsed by many groups, including California Environmental Voters, California Federation of Teachers, California Professional Firefighters, Jane Fonda Climate PAC, California Democratic Renters Council, East Area Progressive Democrats, United Auto Workers, and several other labor unions and democratic clubs. Sen. Allen is also supported by many community and elected leaders, such as U.S. Sen. Alex Padilla, Rep. Judy Chu, Senate President Pro Tem Monique Limón, Legislative Progressive Caucus Chair Asm. Alex Lee, Los Angeles City Council Member Hugo Soto-Martinez, and several city councilmembers, mayors, school board trustees, and Democratic party chairs.
Jane Kim served as the California Director for the Working Families Party from 2022-2026, helping to elect more progressive candidates at every level of office in the state and supporting co-governance between elected leaders and communities. She was previously California Political Director for Bernie 2020, San Francisco Supervisor from 2011–2019, and member of the San Francisco Unified Board of Education from 2007–2011. As supervisor, Kim championed policies to make San Francisco the only city in the nation to provide tuition-free community college for all residents, raise the minimum wage, establish a medical respite shelter, invest in childcare through a commercial real estate tax, and tenant protections to prevent unjust evictions. Her priorities for this position are lowering insurance costs; ending price discrimination; guaranteeing coverage, including Medicare for Kids; ensuring fast and fair insurance claims; and holding bad actors accountable. Kim is endorsed by several groups, including California Working Families Party, Our Revolution, California Young Democrats, SEIU California, California Teachers Association, National Union of Healthcare Workers, United Domestic Workers, and other labor unions. She is also supported by many community and elected leaders, such as Dolores Huerta, U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders, State Controller Malia Cohen, Rep. Pramila Jayapal, Rep. Ro Khanna, Rep. Lateefah Simon, Sen. Lena Gonzalez, Asm. Sade Elhawary, San Diego Supervisor Paloma Aguirre, Alameda County Supervisor Nikki Fortunato Bas, and several county supervisors, city councilmembers, mayors, and school board trustees.
The Race
Primary election: There are 11 candidates running in the June 2 primary, including Ben Allen (D), Jane Kim (D), Patrick Wolff (D), Steven Bradford (D), as well as one Peace and Freedom and four Republican candidates. The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Allen’s campaign has raised $644,831 and is not funded by fossil fuel, real estate, law enforcement contributions. His problematic donors include Fanduel, Comcast, and Disney.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Kim’s campaign has raised $521,298 and is not funded by fossil fuel, real estate, law enforcement, or corporate contributions.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Wolff’s campaign has raised $969,508 and is not funded by fossil fuel, real estate, law enforcement, or corporate contributions. His campaign is partially self-funded, and is supported by some tech and finance executives, including donors behind GrowSF.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Bradford’s campaign has raised $143,297 and is funded by law enforcement, fossil fuel, and corporate contributions. His problematic donors include California Correctional Peace Officers Association, Chevron, and R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company. He served in the state legislature from 2009–2024, and scored a lifetime 83 out of 100 on Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting records.
The District
State: California is the most populous state in the United States, and includes 58 counties and 40 million residents.Voter registration: Of the 23 million registered voters in the state, 45% are Democrat, 25% are Republican, and 23% have no party preference. Democrats have held the governor’s seat since 2011.
District demographics: 41% Latino, 17% Asian, and 6% Black.
Recent election results: California voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 20 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 18 points.
The Position
The state insurance commissioner acts as head of the Department of Insurance, a consumer-protection agency that regulates the state’s insurance marketplace. The commissioner directs the Department of Insurance to ensure that Californians receive fair and indiscriminate insurance rates, timely claim payments, regulated brokerage, and effective complaint and fraud investigations. The insurance commissioner leads a department of 1,400 employees and provides oversight to over 450,000 insurance industry professionals. The Department of Insurance routinely recovers over $84 million for consumers annually.We recommend that you choose the Democratic candidate who best aligns to your values in this race.
Ben Allen has been a state Senator since 2014, and won his 2022 re-election with 67% of the vote. This session, Sen. Allen’s priorities for SD-24 include 38 bills about wildfire recovery, environmental protection, green energy, affordable housing, public safety, and campaign-finance reform. Of these, sixteen were successfully chaptered into law, four died, and the others remain in committee. He sponsored and passed legislation to expedite insurance payments and provide tax relief for wildfire survivors, supports electric vehicle chargers for HOA residents, and — if California voters approve the ballot measure on the November 2026 election — will allow public financing of election campaigns to fight against money in politics. He scores a lifetime 91 out of 100 on Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting records. Based on our Courage Score analysis, Sen. Allen supported most progressive bills that made it to a vote, and earned the designation of Honorable Mention this year. Sen. Allen’s priorities for this position are stabilizing the insurance market, ensuring that Californians receive fair treatment from insurers after disasters, making the Department of Insurance more transparent and accountable, and getting people off the state-run FAIR Plan insurer of last resort. He is endorsed by many groups, including California Environmental Voters, California Federation of Teachers, California Professional Firefighters, Jane Fonda Climate PAC, California Democratic Renters Council, East Area Progressive Democrats, United Auto Workers, and several other labor unions and democratic clubs. Sen. Allen is also supported by many community and elected leaders, such as U.S. Sen. Alex Padilla, Rep. Judy Chu, Senate President Pro Tem Monique Limón, Legislative Progressive Caucus Chair Asm. Alex Lee, Los Angeles City Council Member Hugo Soto-Martinez, and several city councilmembers, mayors, school board trustees, and Democratic party chairs.
Jane Kim served as the California Director for the Working Families Party from 2022-2026, helping to elect more progressive candidates at every level of office in the state and supporting co-governance between elected leaders and communities. She was previously California Political Director for Bernie 2020, San Francisco Supervisor from 2011–2019, and member of the San Francisco Unified Board of Education from 2007–2011. As supervisor, Kim championed policies to make San Francisco the only city in the nation to provide tuition-free community college for all residents, raise the minimum wage, establish a medical respite shelter, invest in childcare through a commercial real estate tax, and tenant protections to prevent unjust evictions. Her priorities for this position are lowering insurance costs; ending price discrimination; guaranteeing coverage, including Medicare for Kids; ensuring fast and fair insurance claims; and holding bad actors accountable. Kim is endorsed by several groups, including California Working Families Party, Our Revolution, California Young Democrats, SEIU California, California Teachers Association, National Union of Healthcare Workers, United Domestic Workers, and other labor unions. She is also supported by many community and elected leaders, such as Dolores Huerta, U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders, State Controller Malia Cohen, Rep. Pramila Jayapal, Rep. Ro Khanna, Rep. Lateefah Simon, Sen. Lena Gonzalez, Asm. Sade Elhawary, San Diego Supervisor Paloma Aguirre, Alameda County Supervisor Nikki Fortunato Bas, and several county supervisors, city councilmembers, mayors, and school board trustees.
The Race
Primary election: There are 11 candidates running in the June 2 primary, including Ben Allen (D), Jane Kim (D), Patrick Wolff (D), Steven Bradford (D), as well as one Peace and Freedom and four Republican candidates. The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Allen’s campaign has raised $644,831 and is not funded by fossil fuel, real estate, law enforcement contributions. His problematic donors include Fanduel, Comcast, and Disney.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Kim’s campaign has raised $521,298 and is not funded by fossil fuel, real estate, law enforcement, or corporate contributions.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Wolff’s campaign has raised $969,508 and is not funded by fossil fuel, real estate, law enforcement, or corporate contributions. His campaign is partially self-funded, and is supported by some tech and finance executives, including donors behind GrowSF.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Bradford’s campaign has raised $143,297 and is funded by law enforcement, fossil fuel, and corporate contributions. His problematic donors include California Correctional Peace Officers Association, Chevron, and R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company. He served in the state legislature from 2009–2024, and scored a lifetime 83 out of 100 on Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting records.
The District
State: California is the most populous state in the United States, and includes 58 counties and 40 million residents.Voter registration: Of the 23 million registered voters in the state, 45% are Democrat, 25% are Republican, and 23% have no party preference. Democrats have held the governor’s seat since 2011.
District demographics: 41% Latino, 17% Asian, and 6% Black.
Recent election results: California voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 20 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 18 points.
The Position
The state insurance commissioner acts as head of the Department of Insurance, a consumer-protection agency that regulates the state’s insurance marketplace. The commissioner directs the Department of Insurance to ensure that Californians receive fair and indiscriminate insurance rates, timely claim payments, regulated brokerage, and effective complaint and fraud investigations. The insurance commissioner leads a department of 1,400 employees and provides oversight to over 450,000 insurance industry professionals. The Department of Insurance routinely recovers over $84 million for consumers annually.Elect Nichelle Henderson or Richard Barrera for State Superintendent to keep California on the right track for progress.
Nichelle Henderson has been a trustee of the Los Angeles Community College Board since 2020, and won her 2024 re-election with 69% of the vote in a three-candidate race. She is also a faculty advisor and clinical field supervisor at a teacher-preparation program in the California State University system and a union leader in the California Faculty Association. Henderson was a parent volunteer, a teaching assistant in the Los Angeles Unified School District, a public school teacher in Compton Unified School District, chair of the Los Angeles County Quality and Productivity Commission, vice president and secretary/treasurer of the Los Angeles County School Trustees Association, and a delegate to the Los Angeles County Democratic Party. Her priorities for this position are fully funded, fully staffed public schools; learning over testing; student mental health; special education and whole-child supports; early-childhood education and school readiness; college, career, and workforce pathways; academic freedom; and charter school accountability. Henderson is endorsed by many groups, including California Women’s List, Black Los Angeles Young Democrats, Next Gen Politics Action, Wellstone Progressive Democrats of Sacramento, California Legislative Black Caucus, Black Women Organizing for Political Action, and California Young Democrats. She is also supported by many elected leaders and educators, including Rep. Lateefah Simon, Sen. Lola Smallwood-Cuevas, Asm. Mia Bonta, Asm. LaShae Sharp-Collins, Solano County Supervisor Cassandra James, Los Angeles County Commission for Women President Dr. Regina Smith, and many city councilmembers, mayors, and school board trustees and members.
Richard Barrera has been a member of the San Diego Unified School District Board of Education since 2008, and serves as its president. He has led efforts to pass four major school bonds and a first-in-the-nation affordable housing initiative for educators. Barrera’s priorities for this position are building a strong, sustainable teacher pipeline; expanding early-childhood education; secure, sustainable funding for stronger schools; empowering communities to fund their schools; making housing affordable for educators; building schools where every student belongs; prioritizing mental health in every school; and delivering equity. He is endorsed by several groups, including California Teachers Association, United Administrators Southern California, Latino Democrats of San Francisco, San Diego Democrats for Equality, East Area Progressive Democrats of Los Angeles, and United Domestic Workers. Barrera is also supported by many elected leaders, such as State Superintendent Tony Thurmond, Rep. Juan Vargas, San Diego County Treasurer Larry Cohen, San Diego County Supervisor Terra Lawson-Remer, and several city councilmembers, and school board members and trustees. He has the problematic endorsement of the San Diego Unified Police Officers Association.
The Race
Primary election: There are ten candidates running in the June 2 primary, including Nichelle Henderson, Richard Barrera, Al Muratsuchi, Anthony Rendon, and Josh Newman. The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3. This is a nonpartisan race.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Henderson’s campaign has raised $80,138 and is not funded by fossil fuel, real estate, law enforcement, or corporate donors.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Barrera’s campaign has raised $225,938 and is not funded by fossil fuel, real estate, law enforcement, or corporate donors.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Muratsuchi’s campaign has raised $382,162 and is not funded by fossil fuel, real estate, or corporate donors. His problematic donors are the California Statewide Law Enforcement Association and the Los Angeles Police Protective League. Muratsuchi has served in the State Assembly since 2012, chairs the Assembly Education Committee, and previously chaired the Assembly Budget Subcommittee on Education. He was the lead author of a statewide school bond measure passed in 2024. Muratsuchi scores a lifetime 67 out of 100 on Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting records. As a legislator, he has received significant contributions from law enforcement, and has not supported many public safety bills. Muratsuchi was the President of the Torrance School Board, and taught at El Camino Community College and UCLA.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Rendon’s campaign has raised $536,935 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate donors. Rendon served in the State Assembly from 2012–2024, and led as speaker from 2016–2023. In the legislature, he led on increasing K–12 investments and establishing Universal Pre-K. Rendon scored a lifetime 97 out of 100 on Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting records. He led preschool and early childhood education programs across the state.
The District
State: California is the most populous state in the United States, and includes 58 counties and 40 million residents.Voter registration: Of the 23 million registered voters in the state, 45% are Democrat, 25% are Republican, and 23% have no party preference. Democrats have held the governor’s seat since 2011.
District demographics: 41% Latino, 17% Asian, and 6% Black.
Recent election results: California voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 20 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 18 points.
The Position
The state superintendent of public instruction serves as the head of the California Department of Education (CDE) and oversees its 1,500 employees. The superintendent works to implement the policies of the California Board of Education, which serves as the governing body of public education within the state and the education-related laws enacted by the state legislature. The superintendent can work to bring attention to significant issues affecting the education landscape, and can use their influence to urge legislative or policy action within the state. The superintendent is also responsible for administrative leadership of education operations, including teacher licensure and facilities maintenance. Superintendents hold a constitutionally elected position and are limited to two terms or eight years in office.Elect Nichelle Henderson or Richard Barrera for State Superintendent to keep California on the right track for progress.
Nichelle Henderson has been a trustee of the Los Angeles Community College Board since 2020, and won her 2024 re-election with 69% of the vote in a three-candidate race. She is also a faculty advisor and clinical field supervisor at a teacher-preparation program in the California State University system and a union leader in the California Faculty Association. Henderson was a parent volunteer, a teaching assistant in the Los Angeles Unified School District, a public school teacher in Compton Unified School District, chair of the Los Angeles County Quality and Productivity Commission, vice president and secretary/treasurer of the Los Angeles County School Trustees Association, and a delegate to the Los Angeles County Democratic Party. Her priorities for this position are fully funded, fully staffed public schools; learning over testing; student mental health; special education and whole-child supports; early-childhood education and school readiness; college, career, and workforce pathways; academic freedom; and charter school accountability. Henderson is endorsed by many groups, including California Women’s List, Black Los Angeles Young Democrats, Next Gen Politics Action, Wellstone Progressive Democrats of Sacramento, California Legislative Black Caucus, Black Women Organizing for Political Action, and California Young Democrats. She is also supported by many elected leaders and educators, including Rep. Lateefah Simon, Sen. Lola Smallwood-Cuevas, Asm. Mia Bonta, Asm. LaShae Sharp-Collins, Solano County Supervisor Cassandra James, Los Angeles County Commission for Women President Dr. Regina Smith, and many city councilmembers, mayors, and school board trustees and members.
Richard Barrera has been a member of the San Diego Unified School District Board of Education since 2008, and serves as its president. He has led efforts to pass four major school bonds and a first-in-the-nation affordable housing initiative for educators. Barrera’s priorities for this position are building a strong, sustainable teacher pipeline; expanding early-childhood education; secure, sustainable funding for stronger schools; empowering communities to fund their schools; making housing affordable for educators; building schools where every student belongs; prioritizing mental health in every school; and delivering equity. He is endorsed by several groups, including California Teachers Association, United Administrators Southern California, Latino Democrats of San Francisco, San Diego Democrats for Equality, East Area Progressive Democrats of Los Angeles, and United Domestic Workers. Barrera is also supported by many elected leaders, such as State Superintendent Tony Thurmond, Rep. Juan Vargas, San Diego County Treasurer Larry Cohen, San Diego County Supervisor Terra Lawson-Remer, and several city councilmembers, and school board members and trustees. He has the problematic endorsement of the San Diego Unified Police Officers Association.
The Race
Primary election: There are ten candidates running in the June 2 primary, including Nichelle Henderson, Richard Barrera, Al Muratsuchi, Anthony Rendon, and Josh Newman. The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3. This is a nonpartisan race.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Henderson’s campaign has raised $80,138 and is not funded by fossil fuel, real estate, law enforcement, or corporate donors.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Barrera’s campaign has raised $225,938 and is not funded by fossil fuel, real estate, law enforcement, or corporate donors.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Muratsuchi’s campaign has raised $382,162 and is not funded by fossil fuel, real estate, or corporate donors. His problematic donors are the California Statewide Law Enforcement Association and the Los Angeles Police Protective League. Muratsuchi has served in the State Assembly since 2012, chairs the Assembly Education Committee, and previously chaired the Assembly Budget Subcommittee on Education. He was the lead author of a statewide school bond measure passed in 2024. Muratsuchi scores a lifetime 67 out of 100 on Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting records. As a legislator, he has received significant contributions from law enforcement, and has not supported many public safety bills. Muratsuchi was the President of the Torrance School Board, and taught at El Camino Community College and UCLA.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Rendon’s campaign has raised $536,935 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate donors. Rendon served in the State Assembly from 2012–2024, and led as speaker from 2016–2023. In the legislature, he led on increasing K–12 investments and establishing Universal Pre-K. Rendon scored a lifetime 97 out of 100 on Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting records. He led preschool and early childhood education programs across the state.
The District
State: California is the most populous state in the United States, and includes 58 counties and 40 million residents.Voter registration: Of the 23 million registered voters in the state, 45% are Democrat, 25% are Republican, and 23% have no party preference. Democrats have held the governor’s seat since 2011.
District demographics: 41% Latino, 17% Asian, and 6% Black.
Recent election results: California voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 20 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 18 points.
The Position
The state superintendent of public instruction serves as the head of the California Department of Education (CDE) and oversees its 1,500 employees. The superintendent works to implement the policies of the California Board of Education, which serves as the governing body of public education within the state and the education-related laws enacted by the state legislature. The superintendent can work to bring attention to significant issues affecting the education landscape, and can use their influence to urge legislative or policy action within the state. The superintendent is also responsible for administrative leadership of education operations, including teacher licensure and facilities maintenance. Superintendents hold a constitutionally elected position and are limited to two terms or eight years in office.Elect Nichelle Henderson or Richard Barrera for State Superintendent to keep California on the right track for progress.
Nichelle Henderson has been a trustee of the Los Angeles Community College Board since 2020, and won her 2024 re-election with 69% of the vote in a three-candidate race. She is also a faculty advisor and clinical field supervisor at a teacher-preparation program in the California State University system and a union leader in the California Faculty Association. Henderson was a parent volunteer, a teaching assistant in the Los Angeles Unified School District, a public school teacher in Compton Unified School District, chair of the Los Angeles County Quality and Productivity Commission, vice president and secretary/treasurer of the Los Angeles County School Trustees Association, and a delegate to the Los Angeles County Democratic Party. Her priorities for this position are fully funded, fully staffed public schools; learning over testing; student mental health; special education and whole-child supports; early-childhood education and school readiness; college, career, and workforce pathways; academic freedom; and charter school accountability. Henderson is endorsed by many groups, including California Women’s List, Black Los Angeles Young Democrats, Next Gen Politics Action, Wellstone Progressive Democrats of Sacramento, California Legislative Black Caucus, Black Women Organizing for Political Action, and California Young Democrats. She is also supported by many elected leaders and educators, including Rep. Lateefah Simon, Sen. Lola Smallwood-Cuevas, Asm. Mia Bonta, Asm. LaShae Sharp-Collins, Solano County Supervisor Cassandra James, Los Angeles County Commission for Women President Dr. Regina Smith, and many city councilmembers, mayors, and school board trustees and members.
Richard Barrera has been a member of the San Diego Unified School District Board of Education since 2008, and serves as its president. He has led efforts to pass four major school bonds and a first-in-the-nation affordable housing initiative for educators. Barrera’s priorities for this position are building a strong, sustainable teacher pipeline; expanding early-childhood education; secure, sustainable funding for stronger schools; empowering communities to fund their schools; making housing affordable for educators; building schools where every student belongs; prioritizing mental health in every school; and delivering equity. He is endorsed by several groups, including California Teachers Association, United Administrators Southern California, Latino Democrats of San Francisco, San Diego Democrats for Equality, East Area Progressive Democrats of Los Angeles, and United Domestic Workers. Barrera is also supported by many elected leaders, such as State Superintendent Tony Thurmond, Rep. Juan Vargas, San Diego County Treasurer Larry Cohen, San Diego County Supervisor Terra Lawson-Remer, and several city councilmembers, and school board members and trustees. He has the problematic endorsement of the San Diego Unified Police Officers Association.
The Race
Primary election: There are ten candidates running in the June 2 primary, including Nichelle Henderson, Richard Barrera, Al Muratsuchi, Anthony Rendon, and Josh Newman. The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3. This is a nonpartisan race.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Henderson’s campaign has raised $80,138 and is not funded by fossil fuel, real estate, law enforcement, or corporate donors.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Barrera’s campaign has raised $225,938 and is not funded by fossil fuel, real estate, law enforcement, or corporate donors.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Muratsuchi’s campaign has raised $382,162 and is not funded by fossil fuel, real estate, or corporate donors. His problematic donors are the California Statewide Law Enforcement Association and the Los Angeles Police Protective League. Muratsuchi has served in the State Assembly since 2012, chairs the Assembly Education Committee, and previously chaired the Assembly Budget Subcommittee on Education. He was the lead author of a statewide school bond measure passed in 2024. Muratsuchi scores a lifetime 67 out of 100 on Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting records. As a legislator, he has received significant contributions from law enforcement, and has not supported many public safety bills. Muratsuchi was the President of the Torrance School Board, and taught at El Camino Community College and UCLA.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Rendon’s campaign has raised $536,935 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate donors. Rendon served in the State Assembly from 2012–2024, and led as speaker from 2016–2023. In the legislature, he led on increasing K–12 investments and establishing Universal Pre-K. Rendon scored a lifetime 97 out of 100 on Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting records. He led preschool and early childhood education programs across the state.
The District
State: California is the most populous state in the United States, and includes 58 counties and 40 million residents.Voter registration: Of the 23 million registered voters in the state, 45% are Democrat, 25% are Republican, and 23% have no party preference. Democrats have held the governor’s seat since 2011.
District demographics: 41% Latino, 17% Asian, and 6% Black.
Recent election results: California voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 20 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 18 points.
The Position
The state superintendent of public instruction serves as the head of the California Department of Education (CDE) and oversees its 1,500 employees. The superintendent works to implement the policies of the California Board of Education, which serves as the governing body of public education within the state and the education-related laws enacted by the state legislature. The superintendent can work to bring attention to significant issues affecting the education landscape, and can use their influence to urge legislative or policy action within the state. The superintendent is also responsible for administrative leadership of education operations, including teacher licensure and facilities maintenance. Superintendents hold a constitutionally elected position and are limited to two terms or eight years in office.Elect Nichelle Henderson or Richard Barrera for State Superintendent to keep California on the right track for progress.
Nichelle Henderson has been a trustee of the Los Angeles Community College Board since 2020, and won her 2024 re-election with 69% of the vote in a three-candidate race. She is also a faculty advisor and clinical field supervisor at a teacher-preparation program in the California State University system and a union leader in the California Faculty Association. Henderson was a parent volunteer, a teaching assistant in the Los Angeles Unified School District, a public school teacher in Compton Unified School District, chair of the Los Angeles County Quality and Productivity Commission, vice president and secretary/treasurer of the Los Angeles County School Trustees Association, and a delegate to the Los Angeles County Democratic Party. Her priorities for this position are fully funded, fully staffed public schools; learning over testing; student mental health; special education and whole-child supports; early-childhood education and school readiness; college, career, and workforce pathways; academic freedom; and charter school accountability. Henderson is endorsed by many groups, including California Women’s List, Black Los Angeles Young Democrats, Next Gen Politics Action, Wellstone Progressive Democrats of Sacramento, California Legislative Black Caucus, Black Women Organizing for Political Action, and California Young Democrats. She is also supported by many elected leaders and educators, including Rep. Lateefah Simon, Sen. Lola Smallwood-Cuevas, Asm. Mia Bonta, Asm. LaShae Sharp-Collins, Solano County Supervisor Cassandra James, Los Angeles County Commission for Women President Dr. Regina Smith, and many city councilmembers, mayors, and school board trustees and members.
Richard Barrera has been a member of the San Diego Unified School District Board of Education since 2008, and serves as its president. He has led efforts to pass four major school bonds and a first-in-the-nation affordable housing initiative for educators. Barrera’s priorities for this position are building a strong, sustainable teacher pipeline; expanding early-childhood education; secure, sustainable funding for stronger schools; empowering communities to fund their schools; making housing affordable for educators; building schools where every student belongs; prioritizing mental health in every school; and delivering equity. He is endorsed by several groups, including California Teachers Association, United Administrators Southern California, Latino Democrats of San Francisco, San Diego Democrats for Equality, East Area Progressive Democrats of Los Angeles, and United Domestic Workers. Barrera is also supported by many elected leaders, such as State Superintendent Tony Thurmond, Rep. Juan Vargas, San Diego County Treasurer Larry Cohen, San Diego County Supervisor Terra Lawson-Remer, and several city councilmembers, and school board members and trustees. He has the problematic endorsement of the San Diego Unified Police Officers Association.
The Race
Primary election: There are ten candidates running in the June 2 primary, including Nichelle Henderson, Richard Barrera, Al Muratsuchi, Anthony Rendon, and Josh Newman. The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3. This is a nonpartisan race.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Henderson’s campaign has raised $80,138 and is not funded by fossil fuel, real estate, law enforcement, or corporate donors.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Barrera’s campaign has raised $225,938 and is not funded by fossil fuel, real estate, law enforcement, or corporate donors.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Muratsuchi’s campaign has raised $382,162 and is not funded by fossil fuel, real estate, or corporate donors. His problematic donors are the California Statewide Law Enforcement Association and the Los Angeles Police Protective League. Muratsuchi has served in the State Assembly since 2012, chairs the Assembly Education Committee, and previously chaired the Assembly Budget Subcommittee on Education. He was the lead author of a statewide school bond measure passed in 2024. Muratsuchi scores a lifetime 67 out of 100 on Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting records. As a legislator, he has received significant contributions from law enforcement, and has not supported many public safety bills. Muratsuchi was the President of the Torrance School Board, and taught at El Camino Community College and UCLA.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Rendon’s campaign has raised $536,935 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate donors. Rendon served in the State Assembly from 2012–2024, and led as speaker from 2016–2023. In the legislature, he led on increasing K–12 investments and establishing Universal Pre-K. Rendon scored a lifetime 97 out of 100 on Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting records. He led preschool and early childhood education programs across the state.
The District
State: California is the most populous state in the United States, and includes 58 counties and 40 million residents.Voter registration: Of the 23 million registered voters in the state, 45% are Democrat, 25% are Republican, and 23% have no party preference. Democrats have held the governor’s seat since 2011.
District demographics: 41% Latino, 17% Asian, and 6% Black.
Recent election results: California voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 20 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 18 points.
The Position
The state superintendent of public instruction serves as the head of the California Department of Education (CDE) and oversees its 1,500 employees. The superintendent works to implement the policies of the California Board of Education, which serves as the governing body of public education within the state and the education-related laws enacted by the state legislature. The superintendent can work to bring attention to significant issues affecting the education landscape, and can use their influence to urge legislative or policy action within the state. The superintendent is also responsible for administrative leadership of education operations, including teacher licensure and facilities maintenance. Superintendents hold a constitutionally elected position and are limited to two terms or eight years in office.Elect Nichelle Henderson or Richard Barrera for State Superintendent to keep California on the right track for progress.
Nichelle Henderson has been a trustee of the Los Angeles Community College Board since 2020, and won her 2024 re-election with 69% of the vote in a three-candidate race. She is also a faculty advisor and clinical field supervisor at a teacher-preparation program in the California State University system and a union leader in the California Faculty Association. Henderson was a parent volunteer, a teaching assistant in the Los Angeles Unified School District, a public school teacher in Compton Unified School District, chair of the Los Angeles County Quality and Productivity Commission, vice president and secretary/treasurer of the Los Angeles County School Trustees Association, and a delegate to the Los Angeles County Democratic Party. Her priorities for this position are fully funded, fully staffed public schools; learning over testing; student mental health; special education and whole-child supports; early-childhood education and school readiness; college, career, and workforce pathways; academic freedom; and charter school accountability. Henderson is endorsed by many groups, including California Women’s List, Black Los Angeles Young Democrats, Next Gen Politics Action, Wellstone Progressive Democrats of Sacramento, California Legislative Black Caucus, Black Women Organizing for Political Action, and California Young Democrats. She is also supported by many elected leaders and educators, including Rep. Lateefah Simon, Sen. Lola Smallwood-Cuevas, Asm. Mia Bonta, Asm. LaShae Sharp-Collins, Solano County Supervisor Cassandra James, Los Angeles County Commission for Women President Dr. Regina Smith, and many city councilmembers, mayors, and school board trustees and members.
Richard Barrera has been a member of the San Diego Unified School District Board of Education since 2008, and serves as its president. He has led efforts to pass four major school bonds and a first-in-the-nation affordable housing initiative for educators. Barrera’s priorities for this position are building a strong, sustainable teacher pipeline; expanding early-childhood education; secure, sustainable funding for stronger schools; empowering communities to fund their schools; making housing affordable for educators; building schools where every student belongs; prioritizing mental health in every school; and delivering equity. He is endorsed by several groups, including California Teachers Association, United Administrators Southern California, Latino Democrats of San Francisco, San Diego Democrats for Equality, East Area Progressive Democrats of Los Angeles, and United Domestic Workers. Barrera is also supported by many elected leaders, such as State Superintendent Tony Thurmond, Rep. Juan Vargas, San Diego County Treasurer Larry Cohen, San Diego County Supervisor Terra Lawson-Remer, and several city councilmembers, and school board members and trustees. He has the problematic endorsement of the San Diego Unified Police Officers Association.
The Race
Primary election: There are ten candidates running in the June 2 primary, including Nichelle Henderson, Richard Barrera, Al Muratsuchi, Anthony Rendon, and Josh Newman. The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3. This is a nonpartisan race.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Henderson’s campaign has raised $80,138 and is not funded by fossil fuel, real estate, law enforcement, or corporate donors.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Barrera’s campaign has raised $225,938 and is not funded by fossil fuel, real estate, law enforcement, or corporate donors.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Muratsuchi’s campaign has raised $382,162 and is not funded by fossil fuel, real estate, or corporate donors. His problematic donors are the California Statewide Law Enforcement Association and the Los Angeles Police Protective League. Muratsuchi has served in the State Assembly since 2012, chairs the Assembly Education Committee, and previously chaired the Assembly Budget Subcommittee on Education. He was the lead author of a statewide school bond measure passed in 2024. Muratsuchi scores a lifetime 67 out of 100 on Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting records. As a legislator, he has received significant contributions from law enforcement, and has not supported many public safety bills. Muratsuchi was the President of the Torrance School Board, and taught at El Camino Community College and UCLA.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Rendon’s campaign has raised $536,935 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate donors. Rendon served in the State Assembly from 2012–2024, and led as speaker from 2016–2023. In the legislature, he led on increasing K–12 investments and establishing Universal Pre-K. Rendon scored a lifetime 97 out of 100 on Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting records. He led preschool and early childhood education programs across the state.
The District
State: California is the most populous state in the United States, and includes 58 counties and 40 million residents.Voter registration: Of the 23 million registered voters in the state, 45% are Democrat, 25% are Republican, and 23% have no party preference. Democrats have held the governor’s seat since 2011.
District demographics: 41% Latino, 17% Asian, and 6% Black.
Recent election results: California voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 20 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 18 points.
The Position
The state superintendent of public instruction serves as the head of the California Department of Education (CDE) and oversees its 1,500 employees. The superintendent works to implement the policies of the California Board of Education, which serves as the governing body of public education within the state and the education-related laws enacted by the state legislature. The superintendent can work to bring attention to significant issues affecting the education landscape, and can use their influence to urge legislative or policy action within the state. The superintendent is also responsible for administrative leadership of education operations, including teacher licensure and facilities maintenance. Superintendents hold a constitutionally elected position and are limited to two terms or eight years in office.Elect Nichelle Henderson or Richard Barrera for State Superintendent to keep California on the right track for progress.
Nichelle Henderson has been a trustee of the Los Angeles Community College Board since 2020, and won her 2024 re-election with 69% of the vote in a three-candidate race. She is also a faculty advisor and clinical field supervisor at a teacher-preparation program in the California State University system and a union leader in the California Faculty Association. Henderson was a parent volunteer, a teaching assistant in the Los Angeles Unified School District, a public school teacher in Compton Unified School District, chair of the Los Angeles County Quality and Productivity Commission, vice president and secretary/treasurer of the Los Angeles County School Trustees Association, and a delegate to the Los Angeles County Democratic Party. Her priorities for this position are fully funded, fully staffed public schools; learning over testing; student mental health; special education and whole-child supports; early-childhood education and school readiness; college, career, and workforce pathways; academic freedom; and charter school accountability. Henderson is endorsed by many groups, including California Women’s List, Black Los Angeles Young Democrats, Next Gen Politics Action, Wellstone Progressive Democrats of Sacramento, California Legislative Black Caucus, Black Women Organizing for Political Action, and California Young Democrats. She is also supported by many elected leaders and educators, including Rep. Lateefah Simon, Sen. Lola Smallwood-Cuevas, Asm. Mia Bonta, Asm. LaShae Sharp-Collins, Solano County Supervisor Cassandra James, Los Angeles County Commission for Women President Dr. Regina Smith, and many city councilmembers, mayors, and school board trustees and members.
Richard Barrera has been a member of the San Diego Unified School District Board of Education since 2008, and serves as its president. He has led efforts to pass four major school bonds and a first-in-the-nation affordable housing initiative for educators. Barrera’s priorities for this position are building a strong, sustainable teacher pipeline; expanding early-childhood education; secure, sustainable funding for stronger schools; empowering communities to fund their schools; making housing affordable for educators; building schools where every student belongs; prioritizing mental health in every school; and delivering equity. He is endorsed by several groups, including California Teachers Association, United Administrators Southern California, Latino Democrats of San Francisco, San Diego Democrats for Equality, East Area Progressive Democrats of Los Angeles, and United Domestic Workers. Barrera is also supported by many elected leaders, such as State Superintendent Tony Thurmond, Rep. Juan Vargas, San Diego County Treasurer Larry Cohen, San Diego County Supervisor Terra Lawson-Remer, and several city councilmembers, and school board members and trustees. He has the problematic endorsement of the San Diego Unified Police Officers Association.
The Race
Primary election: There are ten candidates running in the June 2 primary, including Nichelle Henderson, Richard Barrera, Al Muratsuchi, Anthony Rendon, and Josh Newman. The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3. This is a nonpartisan race.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Henderson’s campaign has raised $80,138 and is not funded by fossil fuel, real estate, law enforcement, or corporate donors.
Candidate fundraising and pledges: Barrera’s campaign has raised $225,938 and is not funded by fossil fuel, real estate, law enforcement, or corporate donors.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Muratsuchi’s campaign has raised $382,162 and is not funded by fossil fuel, real estate, or corporate donors. His problematic donors are the California Statewide Law Enforcement Association and the Los Angeles Police Protective League. Muratsuchi has served in the State Assembly since 2012, chairs the Assembly Education Committee, and previously chaired the Assembly Budget Subcommittee on Education. He was the lead author of a statewide school bond measure passed in 2024. Muratsuchi scores a lifetime 67 out of 100 on Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting records. As a legislator, he has received significant contributions from law enforcement, and has not supported many public safety bills. Muratsuchi was the President of the Torrance School Board, and taught at El Camino Community College and UCLA.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Rendon’s campaign has raised $536,935 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate donors. Rendon served in the State Assembly from 2012–2024, and led as speaker from 2016–2023. In the legislature, he led on increasing K–12 investments and establishing Universal Pre-K. Rendon scored a lifetime 97 out of 100 on Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting records. He led preschool and early childhood education programs across the state.
The District
State: California is the most populous state in the United States, and includes 58 counties and 40 million residents.Voter registration: Of the 23 million registered voters in the state, 45% are Democrat, 25% are Republican, and 23% have no party preference. Democrats have held the governor’s seat since 2011.
District demographics: 41% Latino, 17% Asian, and 6% Black.
Recent election results: California voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 20 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 18 points.
The Position
The state superintendent of public instruction serves as the head of the California Department of Education (CDE) and oversees its 1,500 employees. The superintendent works to implement the policies of the California Board of Education, which serves as the governing body of public education within the state and the education-related laws enacted by the state legislature. The superintendent can work to bring attention to significant issues affecting the education landscape, and can use their influence to urge legislative or policy action within the state. The superintendent is also responsible for administrative leadership of education operations, including teacher licensure and facilities maintenance. Superintendents hold a constitutionally elected position and are limited to two terms or eight years in office.Elect Nelson Esparza to the Board of Equalization to keep California on the right track for progress.
Nelson Esparza is an educator and has served on the Fresno City Council since 2019, and won his 2022 re-election by 43 points. In this role, he has prioritized increasing public safety, bringing affordable housing to the inner city, supporting working families and ensuring equitable infrastructure investments across Fresno. Esparza is a member of the Fresno County Economic Development Corporation Board; is PAC chair of the State Center Federation of Teachers, Local 1533; and serves the Democratic Party. He previously served as a trustee on the Fresno County Board of Education. Esparza has the endorsement of several groups, including Fresno County Young Democrats, San Bernardino County Young Democrats, California Teachers Association, SEIU California, and California Democratic Party. He is also supported by elected leaders, such as California State Controller Malia Cohen, U.S. Sen. Adam Schiff, Rep. Jim Costa, Rep. Adam Gray, BOE Member Sally Lieber, and Asm. Esmeralda Soria.
The Race
Primary election: There are five candidates running in the June 2 primary: Nelson Esparza (D), Donald Williamson (D), Dusty Beach (R), Shannon Grove (R), and Nader Shahatit (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Nelson Esparza’s campaign has raised $203,143 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, or corporate donors.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Donald Williamson’s campaign has not filed any campaign-finance information as of April 2026.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Dusty Beach’s campaign has not filed any campaign-finance information as of April 2026.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Shannon Grove’s campaign has raised $863,704. Her problematic donors include AT&T, Phillips 66, Amazon, and California Correctional Peace Officers Association.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Nader Shahatit’s campaign has raised $2,100 and is self-funded.
The District
Counties in district: California’s Board of Equalization District 1 includes 33 inland counties spanning from Modoc and Shasta Counties to the north to San Bernardino County in the south.Voter registration: 37% Democrat, 33% Republican, and 21% No Party Preference. Republicans typically hold this district.
Recent election results: BOE District 1 voted for Donald Trump for president in 2024 by three points and Brian Dahle for governor in 2022 by eight points.
The Position
The California Board of Equalization is composed of four members elected by popular vote to represent individual districts within the state. It is the only elected tax board in the country. The state controller serves in an at-large capacity as the 5th member. The Board of Equalization is responsible for managing taxation in the state, including in the areas of property, alcoholic beverage, and insurance. This includes oversight of valuation assessments on public utility and railroad property, mapping and assigning tax rates to geographic areas in the state, conducting assessment surveys and compliance audits, and administering tax exemptions. In California, board members meet each month in Sacramento to execute their duties of oversight, policy setting, and regulation to guide the work of the appointed executive director and Board of Equalization staff.Board members are elected to four-year terms in office and cannot serve more than two terms.
Elect Nelson Esparza to the Board of Equalization to keep California on the right track for progress.
Nelson Esparza is an educator and has served on the Fresno City Council since 2019, and won his 2022 re-election by 43 points. In this role, he has prioritized increasing public safety, bringing affordable housing to the inner city, supporting working families and ensuring equitable infrastructure investments across Fresno. Esparza is a member of the Fresno County Economic Development Corporation Board; is PAC chair of the State Center Federation of Teachers, Local 1533; and serves the Democratic Party. He previously served as a trustee on the Fresno County Board of Education. Esparza has the endorsement of several groups, including Fresno County Young Democrats, San Bernardino County Young Democrats, California Teachers Association, SEIU California, and California Democratic Party. He is also supported by elected leaders, such as California State Controller Malia Cohen, U.S. Sen. Adam Schiff, Rep. Jim Costa, Rep. Adam Gray, BOE Member Sally Lieber, and Asm. Esmeralda Soria.
The Race
Primary election: There are five candidates running in the June 2 primary: Nelson Esparza (D), Donald Williamson (D), Dusty Beach (R), Shannon Grove (R), and Nader Shahatit (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Nelson Esparza’s campaign has raised $203,143 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, or corporate donors.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Donald Williamson’s campaign has not filed any campaign-finance information as of April 2026.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Dusty Beach’s campaign has not filed any campaign-finance information as of April 2026.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Shannon Grove’s campaign has raised $863,704. Her problematic donors include AT&T, Phillips 66, Amazon, and California Correctional Peace Officers Association.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Nader Shahatit’s campaign has raised $2,100 and is self-funded.
The District
Counties in district: California’s Board of Equalization District 1 includes 33 inland counties spanning from Modoc and Shasta Counties to the north to San Bernardino County in the south.Voter registration: 37% Democrat, 33% Republican, and 21% No Party Preference. Republicans typically hold this district.
Recent election results: BOE District 1 voted for Donald Trump for president in 2024 by three points and Brian Dahle for governor in 2022 by eight points.
The Position
The California Board of Equalization is composed of four members elected by popular vote to represent individual districts within the state. It is the only elected tax board in the country. The state controller serves in an at-large capacity as the 5th member. The Board of Equalization is responsible for managing taxation in the state, including in the areas of property, alcoholic beverage, and insurance. This includes oversight of valuation assessments on public utility and railroad property, mapping and assigning tax rates to geographic areas in the state, conducting assessment surveys and compliance audits, and administering tax exemptions. In California, board members meet each month in Sacramento to execute their duties of oversight, policy setting, and regulation to guide the work of the appointed executive director and Board of Equalization staff.Board members are elected to four-year terms in office and cannot serve more than two terms.
Elect Nelson Esparza to the Board of Equalization to keep California on the right track for progress.
Nelson Esparza is an educator and has served on the Fresno City Council since 2019, and won his 2022 re-election by 43 points. In this role, he has prioritized increasing public safety, bringing affordable housing to the inner city, supporting working families and ensuring equitable infrastructure investments across Fresno. Esparza is a member of the Fresno County Economic Development Corporation Board; is PAC chair of the State Center Federation of Teachers, Local 1533; and serves the Democratic Party. He previously served as a trustee on the Fresno County Board of Education. Esparza has the endorsement of several groups, including Fresno County Young Democrats, San Bernardino County Young Democrats, California Teachers Association, SEIU California, and California Democratic Party. He is also supported by elected leaders, such as California State Controller Malia Cohen, U.S. Sen. Adam Schiff, Rep. Jim Costa, Rep. Adam Gray, BOE Member Sally Lieber, and Asm. Esmeralda Soria.
The Race
Primary election: There are five candidates running in the June 2 primary: Nelson Esparza (D), Donald Williamson (D), Dusty Beach (R), Shannon Grove (R), and Nader Shahatit (R). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Nelson Esparza’s campaign has raised $203,143 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, or corporate donors.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Donald Williamson’s campaign has not filed any campaign-finance information as of April 2026.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Dusty Beach’s campaign has not filed any campaign-finance information as of April 2026.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Shannon Grove’s campaign has raised $863,704. Her problematic donors include AT&T, Phillips 66, Amazon, and California Correctional Peace Officers Association.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Nader Shahatit’s campaign has raised $2,100 and is self-funded.
The District
Counties in district: California’s Board of Equalization District 1 includes 33 inland counties spanning from Modoc and Shasta Counties to the north to San Bernardino County in the south.Voter registration: 37% Democrat, 33% Republican, and 21% No Party Preference. Republicans typically hold this district.
Recent election results: BOE District 1 voted for Donald Trump for president in 2024 by three points and Brian Dahle for governor in 2022 by eight points.
The Position
The California Board of Equalization is composed of four members elected by popular vote to represent individual districts within the state. It is the only elected tax board in the country. The state controller serves in an at-large capacity as the 5th member. The Board of Equalization is responsible for managing taxation in the state, including in the areas of property, alcoholic beverage, and insurance. This includes oversight of valuation assessments on public utility and railroad property, mapping and assigning tax rates to geographic areas in the state, conducting assessment surveys and compliance audits, and administering tax exemptions. In California, board members meet each month in Sacramento to execute their duties of oversight, policy setting, and regulation to guide the work of the appointed executive director and Board of Equalization staff.Board members are elected to four-year terms in office and cannot serve more than two terms.
Re-elect Sally Lieber to the Board of Equalization to keep California on the right track for progress.
Sally Lieber has served on the California State Board of Equalization (BOE) since 2023, when she was elected with 70% of the vote. As a member of the board, she has prioritized transparency and accountability, affordable housing, environmental protection, and veterans’ and homeowners’ services. In 2024, Lieber ran an unsuccessful campaign for Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors but was able to retain her BOE seat. She previously served in the California State Assembly, where she championed educational and economic opportunities, environmental protections, and protecting victims and survivors of crime. Lieber has the endorsement of several groups, including Sierra Club, Equality California, Planned Parenthood Affiliates of California, California Working Families Party, California Teachers Association, and other labor unions and Democratic Clubs. She also has the support of many elected leaders, such as State Controller Malia Cohen, Attorney General Rob Bonta, Rep. Lateefah Simon, Rep. Ro Khanna, San Francisco City Attorney David Chiu, and Santa Clara County Supervisor Betty Duong.
The Race
Primary election: There are six candidates running in the June 2 primary, including incumbent Sally Lieber (D), John Pimentel (D), and four Republicans. The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Sally Lieber’s campaign has raised $338,427 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate donors.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: John Pimentel’s campaign has raised $266,000 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate donors.
The District
Counties in district: California’s Board of Equalization District 2 includes 19 coastal counties spanning from Del Norte County in the north to Ventura County in the south.Voter registration: 52% Democrat, 18% Republican, and 23% No Party Preference. Democrats typically hold this district.
Recent election results: BOE District 2 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 41 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 41 points.
The Position
The California Board of Equalization is composed of four members elected by popular vote to represent individual districts within the state. It is the only elected tax board in the country. The state controller serves in an at-large capacity as the 5th member. The Board of Equalization is responsible for managing taxation in the state, including in the areas of property, alcoholic beverage, and insurance. This includes oversight of valuation assessments on public utility and railroad property, mapping and assigning tax rates to geographic areas in the state, conducting assessment surveys and compliance audits, and administering tax exemptions. In California, board members meet each month in Sacramento to execute their duties of oversight, policy setting, and regulation to guide the work of the appointed executive director and Board of Equalization staff.Board members are elected to four-year terms in office and cannot serve more than two terms.
Re-elect Sally Lieber to the Board of Equalization to keep California on the right track for progress.
Sally Lieber has served on the California State Board of Equalization (BOE) since 2023, when she was elected with 70% of the vote. As a member of the board, she has prioritized transparency and accountability, affordable housing, environmental protection, and veterans’ and homeowners’ services. In 2024, Lieber ran an unsuccessful campaign for Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors but was able to retain her BOE seat. She previously served in the California State Assembly, where she championed educational and economic opportunities, environmental protections, and protecting victims and survivors of crime. Lieber has the endorsement of several groups, including Sierra Club, Equality California, Planned Parenthood Affiliates of California, California Working Families Party, California Teachers Association, and other labor unions and Democratic Clubs. She also has the support of many elected leaders, such as State Controller Malia Cohen, Attorney General Rob Bonta, Rep. Lateefah Simon, Rep. Ro Khanna, San Francisco City Attorney David Chiu, and Santa Clara County Supervisor Betty Duong.
The Race
Primary election: There are six candidates running in the June 2 primary, including incumbent Sally Lieber (D), John Pimentel (D), and four Republicans. The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Sally Lieber’s campaign has raised $338,427 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate donors.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: John Pimentel’s campaign has raised $266,000 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate donors.
The District
Counties in district: California’s Board of Equalization District 2 includes 19 coastal counties spanning from Del Norte County in the north to Ventura County in the south.Voter registration: 52% Democrat, 18% Republican, and 23% No Party Preference. Democrats typically hold this district.
Recent election results: BOE District 2 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 41 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 41 points.
The Position
The California Board of Equalization is composed of four members elected by popular vote to represent individual districts within the state. It is the only elected tax board in the country. The state controller serves in an at-large capacity as the 5th member. The Board of Equalization is responsible for managing taxation in the state, including in the areas of property, alcoholic beverage, and insurance. This includes oversight of valuation assessments on public utility and railroad property, mapping and assigning tax rates to geographic areas in the state, conducting assessment surveys and compliance audits, and administering tax exemptions. In California, board members meet each month in Sacramento to execute their duties of oversight, policy setting, and regulation to guide the work of the appointed executive director and Board of Equalization staff.Board members are elected to four-year terms in office and cannot serve more than two terms.
Re-elect Sally Lieber to the Board of Equalization to keep California on the right track for progress.
Sally Lieber has served on the California State Board of Equalization (BOE) since 2023, when she was elected with 70% of the vote. As a member of the board, she has prioritized transparency and accountability, affordable housing, environmental protection, and veterans’ and homeowners’ services. In 2024, Lieber ran an unsuccessful campaign for Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors but was able to retain her BOE seat. She previously served in the California State Assembly, where she championed educational and economic opportunities, environmental protections, and protecting victims and survivors of crime. Lieber has the endorsement of several groups, including Sierra Club, Equality California, Planned Parenthood Affiliates of California, California Working Families Party, California Teachers Association, and other labor unions and Democratic Clubs. She also has the support of many elected leaders, such as State Controller Malia Cohen, Attorney General Rob Bonta, Rep. Lateefah Simon, Rep. Ro Khanna, San Francisco City Attorney David Chiu, and Santa Clara County Supervisor Betty Duong.
The Race
Primary election: There are six candidates running in the June 2 primary, including incumbent Sally Lieber (D), John Pimentel (D), and four Republicans. The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Sally Lieber’s campaign has raised $338,427 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate donors.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: John Pimentel’s campaign has raised $266,000 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate donors.
The District
Counties in district: California’s Board of Equalization District 2 includes 19 coastal counties spanning from Del Norte County in the north to Ventura County in the south.Voter registration: 52% Democrat, 18% Republican, and 23% No Party Preference. Democrats typically hold this district.
Recent election results: BOE District 2 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 41 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 41 points.
The Position
The California Board of Equalization is composed of four members elected by popular vote to represent individual districts within the state. It is the only elected tax board in the country. The state controller serves in an at-large capacity as the 5th member. The Board of Equalization is responsible for managing taxation in the state, including in the areas of property, alcoholic beverage, and insurance. This includes oversight of valuation assessments on public utility and railroad property, mapping and assigning tax rates to geographic areas in the state, conducting assessment surveys and compliance audits, and administering tax exemptions. In California, board members meet each month in Sacramento to execute their duties of oversight, policy setting, and regulation to guide the work of the appointed executive director and Board of Equalization staff.Board members are elected to four-year terms in office and cannot serve more than two terms.
Elect Sam Sukaton to the Board of Equalization to keep California on the right track for progress.
Sam Sukaton is lead organizer for AFT Local 1521, the LA Community College Faculty Guild, organizing students and faculty in the largest community college in the district. He previously led climate budget investment and redistricting campaigns with California Environmental Voters, directed Senator Bernie Sanders’s 2020 campaign in the inland southern region of the state, and worked with the California Public Utilities Commission, Energy Commission, Air Resources Board, and Natural Resources Agency. Sukaton’s top priorities are ensuring tax fairness and uniform assessments; modernizing the system for efficiency and accountability; protecting local schools, cities, and counties; and fairness for working families and small businesses. He has the endorsement of the California Working Families Party.
The Race
Primary election: There are ten candidates running in the June 2 primary, including Sam Sukaton (D), Mike Gipson (D), and Yvonne Yiu (D). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Sam Sukaton’s campaign has raised $29,858 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate donors.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Mike Gipson’s campaign has raised $838,255 and is funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, and corporate contributions. His problematic donors include AT&T, Sempra Energy, Exxon Mobil, Phillips 66, California Association of Highway Patrolmen, Los Angeles Police Protective League, and Walmart. Gipson has served in the California State Assembly since 2014. He scores a lifetime 76 out of 100 on Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting records. Asm. Gipson was in the Courage Score Hall of Shame three times for not supporting key legislation, and has been a recipient of significant contributions from real estate, oil and gas, and law enforcement.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Yvonee Yiu’s campaign has raised $1,047,316 and is significantly self-funded. She is a former Monterey Park City Councilmember, and has previously run unsuccessfully for California State controller and the state Senate.
The District
Counties in district: California’s Board of Equalization District 3 includes all of Los Angeles County.Voter registration: 51% Democrat, 19% Republican, and 23% No Party Preference. Democrats typically hold this district.
Recent election results: BOE District 3 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 33 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 36 points.
The Position
The California Board of Equalization is composed of four members elected by popular vote to represent individual districts within the state. It is the only elected tax board in the country. The state controller serves in an at-large capacity as the 5th member. The Board of Equalization is responsible for managing taxation in the state, including in the areas of property, alcoholic beverage, and insurance. This includes oversight of valuation assessments on public utility and railroad property, mapping and assigning tax rates to geographic areas in the state, conducting assessment surveys and compliance audits, and administering tax exemptions. In California, board members meet each month in Sacramento to execute their duties of oversight, policy setting, and regulation to guide the work of the appointed executive director and Board of Equalization staff.Board members are elected to four-year terms in office and cannot serve more than two terms.
Elect Sam Sukaton to the Board of Equalization to keep California on the right track for progress.
Sam Sukaton is lead organizer for AFT Local 1521, the LA Community College Faculty Guild, organizing students and faculty in the largest community college in the district. He previously led climate budget investment and redistricting campaigns with California Environmental Voters, directed Senator Bernie Sanders’s 2020 campaign in the inland southern region of the state, and worked with the California Public Utilities Commission, Energy Commission, Air Resources Board, and Natural Resources Agency. Sukaton’s top priorities are ensuring tax fairness and uniform assessments; modernizing the system for efficiency and accountability; protecting local schools, cities, and counties; and fairness for working families and small businesses. He has the endorsement of the California Working Families Party.
The Race
Primary election: There are ten candidates running in the June 2 primary, including Sam Sukaton (D), Mike Gipson (D), and Yvonne Yiu (D). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Sam Sukaton’s campaign has raised $29,858 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate donors.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Mike Gipson’s campaign has raised $838,255 and is funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, and corporate contributions. His problematic donors include AT&T, Sempra Energy, Exxon Mobil, Phillips 66, California Association of Highway Patrolmen, Los Angeles Police Protective League, and Walmart. Gipson has served in the California State Assembly since 2014. He scores a lifetime 76 out of 100 on Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting records. Asm. Gipson was in the Courage Score Hall of Shame three times for not supporting key legislation, and has been a recipient of significant contributions from real estate, oil and gas, and law enforcement.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Yvonee Yiu’s campaign has raised $1,047,316 and is significantly self-funded. She is a former Monterey Park City Councilmember, and has previously run unsuccessfully for California State controller and the state Senate.
The District
Counties in district: California’s Board of Equalization District 3 includes all of Los Angeles County.Voter registration: 51% Democrat, 19% Republican, and 23% No Party Preference. Democrats typically hold this district.
Recent election results: BOE District 3 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 33 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 36 points.
The Position
The California Board of Equalization is composed of four members elected by popular vote to represent individual districts within the state. It is the only elected tax board in the country. The state controller serves in an at-large capacity as the 5th member. The Board of Equalization is responsible for managing taxation in the state, including in the areas of property, alcoholic beverage, and insurance. This includes oversight of valuation assessments on public utility and railroad property, mapping and assigning tax rates to geographic areas in the state, conducting assessment surveys and compliance audits, and administering tax exemptions. In California, board members meet each month in Sacramento to execute their duties of oversight, policy setting, and regulation to guide the work of the appointed executive director and Board of Equalization staff.Board members are elected to four-year terms in office and cannot serve more than two terms.
Elect Sam Sukaton to the Board of Equalization to keep California on the right track for progress.
Sam Sukaton is lead organizer for AFT Local 1521, the LA Community College Faculty Guild, organizing students and faculty in the largest community college in the district. He previously led climate budget investment and redistricting campaigns with California Environmental Voters, directed Senator Bernie Sanders’s 2020 campaign in the inland southern region of the state, and worked with the California Public Utilities Commission, Energy Commission, Air Resources Board, and Natural Resources Agency. Sukaton’s top priorities are ensuring tax fairness and uniform assessments; modernizing the system for efficiency and accountability; protecting local schools, cities, and counties; and fairness for working families and small businesses. He has the endorsement of the California Working Families Party.
The Race
Primary election: There are ten candidates running in the June 2 primary, including Sam Sukaton (D), Mike Gipson (D), and Yvonne Yiu (D). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Sam Sukaton’s campaign has raised $29,858 and is not funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, or corporate donors.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Mike Gipson’s campaign has raised $838,255 and is funded by fossil fuel, law enforcement, real estate, and corporate contributions. His problematic donors include AT&T, Sempra Energy, Exxon Mobil, Phillips 66, California Association of Highway Patrolmen, Los Angeles Police Protective League, and Walmart. Gipson has served in the California State Assembly since 2014. He scores a lifetime 76 out of 100 on Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting records. Asm. Gipson was in the Courage Score Hall of Shame three times for not supporting key legislation, and has been a recipient of significant contributions from real estate, oil and gas, and law enforcement.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Yvonee Yiu’s campaign has raised $1,047,316 and is significantly self-funded. She is a former Monterey Park City Councilmember, and has previously run unsuccessfully for California State controller and the state Senate.
The District
Counties in district: California’s Board of Equalization District 3 includes all of Los Angeles County.Voter registration: 51% Democrat, 19% Republican, and 23% No Party Preference. Democrats typically hold this district.
Recent election results: BOE District 3 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by 33 points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by 36 points.
The Position
The California Board of Equalization is composed of four members elected by popular vote to represent individual districts within the state. It is the only elected tax board in the country. The state controller serves in an at-large capacity as the 5th member. The Board of Equalization is responsible for managing taxation in the state, including in the areas of property, alcoholic beverage, and insurance. This includes oversight of valuation assessments on public utility and railroad property, mapping and assigning tax rates to geographic areas in the state, conducting assessment surveys and compliance audits, and administering tax exemptions. In California, board members meet each month in Sacramento to execute their duties of oversight, policy setting, and regulation to guide the work of the appointed executive director and Board of Equalization staff.Board members are elected to four-year terms in office and cannot serve more than two terms.
Elect Cody Petterson to the Board of Equalization to keep California on the right track for progress.
Cody Petterson is the chief deputy of the California State Board of Equalization (BOE) for this district. His top priorities include leading on housing affordability; improving property tax assessment and appeals; increasing the efficiency and effectiveness of the BOE; and fairness, transparency, and accountability. Petterson is also president of the San Diego Unified School District Board of Education — the second-largest district in the state — which he was elected to in 2022 with over 56% of the vote. Under his leadership, the Board of Education adopted an education workforce housing agenda with student wellness as its number one goal. Petterson chairs the San Diego Regional Housing Finance Authority and has served on several civic organizations. He is endorsed by several groups, including Democratic Woman’s Club of San Diego County, California Federation of Teachers, San Diego County Young Democrats, and other Democratic clubs. Petterson is also supported by many elected officials, such as Rep. Juan Vargas; Sen. Akilah Weber Pierson; outgoing BOE Member Mike Schaefer; San Diego County Supervisors Monica Montgomery Steppe, Paloma Aguirre, and Terra Lawson-Remer; San Diego City Councilmember Sean Elo-Rivera; and other mayors, city councilmembers, and school leaders.
The Race
Primary election: There are five candidates running in the June 2 primary, including Cody Petterson (D), Tom Umberg (D), and Martin Arias (D). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Cody Petterson’s campaign has raised $28,410 and is not funded by law enforcement, fossil fuel, real estate, or corporate donors.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Tom Umberg’s campaign has raised $317,759 and is funded by law enforcement and corporate donors. His problematic donors include California Correctional Peace Officers Association, Association of Orange County Deputy Sheriffs, and Liberty Mutual Insurance Company. He has served in the California State Senate since 2018, and previously in the State Assembly from 1990–1994 and 2004–2006. Sen. Umberg scores a lifetime 65 out of 100 on Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting records. Based on our Courage Score analysis, he has not supported key bills on youth justice, affordable health care, support for homeless outreach workers, or public safety. Umberg was deputy drug czar for President Bill Clinton and an assistant United States attorney in Orange County.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Martin Arias’s campaign has raised $265,106 and is not funded by law enforcement, fossil fuel, real estate, or corporate donors.
The District
Counties in district: California’s Board of Equalization District 4 includes Imperial, Orange, Riverside, and San Diego Counties.Voter registration: 39% Democrat, 31% Republican, and 23% No Party Preference. Democrats typically hold this district.
Recent election results: BOE District 4 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by seven points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by two points.
The Position
The California Board of Equalization is composed of four members elected by popular vote to represent individual districts within the state. It is the only elected tax board in the country. The state controller serves in an at-large capacity as the 5th member. The Board of Equalization is responsible for managing taxation in the state, including in the areas of property, alcoholic beverage, and insurance. This includes oversight of valuation assessments on public utility and railroad property, mapping and assigning tax rates to geographic areas in the state, conducting assessment surveys and compliance audits, and administering tax exemptions. In California, board members meet each month in Sacramento to execute their duties of oversight, policy setting, and regulation to guide the work of the appointed executive director and Board of Equalization staff.Board members are elected to four-year terms in office and cannot serve more than two terms.
Elect Cody Petterson to the Board of Equalization to keep California on the right track for progress.
Cody Petterson is the chief deputy of the California State Board of Equalization (BOE) for this district. His top priorities include leading on housing affordability; improving property tax assessment and appeals; increasing the efficiency and effectiveness of the BOE; and fairness, transparency, and accountability. Petterson is also president of the San Diego Unified School District Board of Education — the second-largest district in the state — which he was elected to in 2022 with over 56% of the vote. Under his leadership, the Board of Education adopted an education workforce housing agenda with student wellness as its number one goal. Petterson chairs the San Diego Regional Housing Finance Authority and has served on several civic organizations. He is endorsed by several groups, including Democratic Woman’s Club of San Diego County, California Federation of Teachers, San Diego County Young Democrats, and other Democratic clubs. Petterson is also supported by many elected officials, such as Rep. Juan Vargas; Sen. Akilah Weber Pierson; outgoing BOE Member Mike Schaefer; San Diego County Supervisors Monica Montgomery Steppe, Paloma Aguirre, and Terra Lawson-Remer; San Diego City Councilmember Sean Elo-Rivera; and other mayors, city councilmembers, and school leaders.
The Race
Primary election: There are five candidates running in the June 2 primary, including Cody Petterson (D), Tom Umberg (D), and Martin Arias (D). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Cody Petterson’s campaign has raised $28,410 and is not funded by law enforcement, fossil fuel, real estate, or corporate donors.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Tom Umberg’s campaign has raised $317,759 and is funded by law enforcement and corporate donors. His problematic donors include California Correctional Peace Officers Association, Association of Orange County Deputy Sheriffs, and Liberty Mutual Insurance Company. He has served in the California State Senate since 2018, and previously in the State Assembly from 1990–1994 and 2004–2006. Sen. Umberg scores a lifetime 65 out of 100 on Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting records. Based on our Courage Score analysis, he has not supported key bills on youth justice, affordable health care, support for homeless outreach workers, or public safety. Umberg was deputy drug czar for President Bill Clinton and an assistant United States attorney in Orange County.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Martin Arias’s campaign has raised $265,106 and is not funded by law enforcement, fossil fuel, real estate, or corporate donors.
The District
Counties in district: California’s Board of Equalization District 4 includes Imperial, Orange, Riverside, and San Diego Counties.Voter registration: 39% Democrat, 31% Republican, and 23% No Party Preference. Democrats typically hold this district.
Recent election results: BOE District 4 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by seven points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by two points.
The Position
The California Board of Equalization is composed of four members elected by popular vote to represent individual districts within the state. It is the only elected tax board in the country. The state controller serves in an at-large capacity as the 5th member. The Board of Equalization is responsible for managing taxation in the state, including in the areas of property, alcoholic beverage, and insurance. This includes oversight of valuation assessments on public utility and railroad property, mapping and assigning tax rates to geographic areas in the state, conducting assessment surveys and compliance audits, and administering tax exemptions. In California, board members meet each month in Sacramento to execute their duties of oversight, policy setting, and regulation to guide the work of the appointed executive director and Board of Equalization staff.Board members are elected to four-year terms in office and cannot serve more than two terms.
Elect Cody Petterson to the Board of Equalization to keep California on the right track for progress.
Cody Petterson is the chief deputy of the California State Board of Equalization (BOE) for this district. His top priorities include leading on housing affordability; improving property tax assessment and appeals; increasing the efficiency and effectiveness of the BOE; and fairness, transparency, and accountability. Petterson is also president of the San Diego Unified School District Board of Education — the second-largest district in the state — which he was elected to in 2022 with over 56% of the vote. Under his leadership, the Board of Education adopted an education workforce housing agenda with student wellness as its number one goal. Petterson chairs the San Diego Regional Housing Finance Authority and has served on several civic organizations. He is endorsed by several groups, including Democratic Woman’s Club of San Diego County, California Federation of Teachers, San Diego County Young Democrats, and other Democratic clubs. Petterson is also supported by many elected officials, such as Rep. Juan Vargas; Sen. Akilah Weber Pierson; outgoing BOE Member Mike Schaefer; San Diego County Supervisors Monica Montgomery Steppe, Paloma Aguirre, and Terra Lawson-Remer; San Diego City Councilmember Sean Elo-Rivera; and other mayors, city councilmembers, and school leaders.
The Race
Primary election: There are five candidates running in the June 2 primary, including Cody Petterson (D), Tom Umberg (D), and Martin Arias (D). The top two vote recipients will advance to the general election on November 3.Candidate fundraising and pledges: Cody Petterson’s campaign has raised $28,410 and is not funded by law enforcement, fossil fuel, real estate, or corporate donors.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Tom Umberg’s campaign has raised $317,759 and is funded by law enforcement and corporate donors. His problematic donors include California Correctional Peace Officers Association, Association of Orange County Deputy Sheriffs, and Liberty Mutual Insurance Company. He has served in the California State Senate since 2018, and previously in the State Assembly from 1990–1994 and 2004–2006. Sen. Umberg scores a lifetime 65 out of 100 on Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting records. Based on our Courage Score analysis, he has not supported key bills on youth justice, affordable health care, support for homeless outreach workers, or public safety. Umberg was deputy drug czar for President Bill Clinton and an assistant United States attorney in Orange County.
Opposing candidate’s fundraising and pledges: Martin Arias’s campaign has raised $265,106 and is not funded by law enforcement, fossil fuel, real estate, or corporate donors.
The District
Counties in district: California’s Board of Equalization District 4 includes Imperial, Orange, Riverside, and San Diego Counties.Voter registration: 39% Democrat, 31% Republican, and 23% No Party Preference. Democrats typically hold this district.
Recent election results: BOE District 4 voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 by seven points and Gavin Newsom for governor in 2022 by two points.
The Position
The California Board of Equalization is composed of four members elected by popular vote to represent individual districts within the state. It is the only elected tax board in the country. The state controller serves in an at-large capacity as the 5th member. The Board of Equalization is responsible for managing taxation in the state, including in the areas of property, alcoholic beverage, and insurance. This includes oversight of valuation assessments on public utility and railroad property, mapping and assigning tax rates to geographic areas in the state, conducting assessment surveys and compliance audits, and administering tax exemptions. In California, board members meet each month in Sacramento to execute their duties of oversight, policy setting, and regulation to guide the work of the appointed executive director and Board of Equalization staff.Board members are elected to four-year terms in office and cannot serve more than two terms.
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