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U.S. House California District 52

General: November 3, 2026 · Primary: June 2, 2026

General election

DemocraticIncumbentIdeology -0.40 · ProgressiveAttorney

The incumbent congressman, Vargas is an attorney with a Harvard Law degree. He emphasizes protecting Social Security and Medicare, creating good-paying jobs, green energy development, and comprehensive immigration reform.

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RFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Charles Weir ran for U.S. House California District 52 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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Famela Ramos ran for U.S. House California District 52 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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RepublicanFirst-time candidateConsulting

Jeff Belle, a consulting, is running for U.S. House California District 52 in a first run for office (Republican). Jeff Belle emphasizes economic policy, government accountability, and border security.

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No party preferenceFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Jeremiah Suzara ran for U.S. House California District 52 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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DFirst-time candidateWithdrewAttorney/Business Owner

Jerlilia Ryans ran for U.S. House California District 50 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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RFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Judah Hosanna ran for U.S. House California District 52 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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Richard Bailey ran for U.S. House California District 52 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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Primary

DemocraticIncumbentIdeology -0.40 · ProgressiveAdvancedAttorney

The incumbent congressman, Vargas is an attorney with a Harvard Law degree. He emphasizes protecting Social Security and Medicare, creating good-paying jobs, green energy development, and comprehensive immigration reform.

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DemocraticFirst-time candidate

Deborah Calhoun Rhodes is a Democratic candidate for U.S. House California District 52 in the 2026 election. This is their first run for office.

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DemocraticFirst-time candidateCommunity organizer

Frances Motiwalla is a Democratic candidate for U.S. House California District 52 in the 2026 election. This is their first run for office.

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RepublicanFirst-time candidateAdvancedConsulting

Jeff Belle, a consulting, is running for U.S. House California District 52 in a first run for office (Republican). Jeff Belle emphasizes economic policy, government accountability, and border security.

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