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2026 Race · California

U.S. House (District 25)

2 candidates on record · incumbent running

The 2026 election for U.S. House (District 25) in California is scheduled for November 3, 2026. 2 candidates are on record: Raul Ruiz (Democratic) and Joe Males (Republican). The seat is currently held by Raul Ruiz (Democratic), who has served since January 2013, and the incumbent is on the ballot.

Joe Males

Republican

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Incumbent's record this term

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Raul Ruiz

Democratic · Since January 2013

Committee assignments[congress.gov]

  • Energy and Commerce

Recent legislation sponsored[congress.gov]

  • HR.8629

    Developing the Community Health Workforce Act of 2026

  • HR.8556

    Homegrown Defense Act of 2026

2026 California U.S. House (District 25) — Questions & Answers

Who is running for U.S. House (District 25) in California in 2026?

Raul Ruiz (Democratic) and Joe Males (Republican). Raul Ruiz is the incumbent.

When is the 2026 California U.S. House (District 25) election?

The general election is November 3, 2026. Voter registration deadlines are set by California and are listed at vote.gov.

Who currently holds this seat?

Raul Ruiz, a Democratic, currently represents California, serving since January 2013.

What committees does Raul Ruiz serve on?

Raul Ruiz serves on House Committee on Energy and Commerce. Committee assignments are sourced from congress.gov.

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