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2026 Race · California

U.S. House (District 28)

2 candidates on record · incumbent running

The 2026 election for U.S. House (District 28) in California is scheduled for November 3, 2026. 2 candidates are on record: Judy Chu (Democratic) and April Verlato (Republican). The seat is currently held by Judy Chu (Democratic), who has served since July 2009, and the incumbent is on the ballot.

April Verlato

Republican

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Incumbent's record this term

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Judy Chu

Democratic · Since July 2009

Committee assignments[congress.gov]

  • Ways and Means
  • the Budget

Recent legislation sponsored[congress.gov]

  • HR.9400

    To award a Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to Americans who were active in rescuing and aiding...

  • HRES.1324

    Recognizing the 1885 Rock Springs Chinese Massacre.

2026 California U.S. House (District 28) — Questions & Answers

Who is running for U.S. House (District 28) in California in 2026?

Judy Chu (Democratic) and April Verlato (Republican). Judy Chu is the incumbent.

When is the 2026 California U.S. House (District 28) 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?

Judy Chu, a Democratic, currently represents California, serving since July 2009.

What committees does Judy Chu serve on?

Judy Chu serves on House Committee on Ways and Means and House Committee on the Budget. Committee assignments are sourced from congress.gov.

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