DemocraticIncumbentNonprofit executive
Luz Maria Rivas, a Nonprofit executive, is the incumbent.
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U.S. House California District 29
General: November 3, 2026 · Primary: June 2, 2026
General election
DFirst-time candidateWithdrew
Abdeli Sanchez ran for U.S. House California District 29 in 2026. This is their first run for office.
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DemocraticFirst-time candidateHuman resources specialist
Angélica María Dueñas is a human resources specialist running for U.S. House in California's 29th District for the first time. She emphasizes Medicare for All, affordable housing, clean energy, and immigration reform.
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RFirst-time candidateWithdrewManager
Margarita Maria Carranza ran for U.S. House California District 29 in 2026. This is their first run for office.
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RFirst-time candidateWithdrew
Steven Sparrow ran for U.S. House California District 29 in 2026. This is their first run for office.
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Primary
DemocraticIncumbentAdvancedNonprofit executive
Luz Maria Rivas, a Nonprofit executive, is the incumbent.
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DemocraticFirst-time candidateAdvancedHuman resources specialist
Angélica María Dueñas is a human resources specialist running for U.S. House in California's 29th District for the first time. She emphasizes Medicare for All, affordable housing, clean energy, and immigration reform.
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RepublicanFirst-time candidateLaborer
Rudy Melendez is a Republican candidate for U.S. House California District 29 in the 2026 election. This is their first run for office.
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