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2026 Race · California

U.S. House (District 36)

2 candidates on record · incumbent running

The 2026 election for U.S. House (District 36) in California is scheduled for November 3, 2026. 2 candidates are on record: Ted Lieu (Democratic) and Houston Brignano (Republican). The seat is currently held by Ted Lieu (Democratic), who has served since January 2015, and the incumbent is on the ballot.

Houston Brignano

Republican

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Incumbent's record this term

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Ted Lieu

Democratic · Since January 2015

Committee assignments[congress.gov]

  • Foreign Affairs
  • the Judiciary

Recent legislation sponsored[congress.gov]

  • HRES.1375

    Reaffirming the importance of the United States promoting the safety, health, and well-being of refugees...

  • HR.9319

    Keeping Pets and Families Together Act

2026 California U.S. House (District 36) — Questions & Answers

Who is running for U.S. House (District 36) in California in 2026?

Ted Lieu (Democratic) and Houston Brignano (Republican). Ted Lieu is the incumbent.

When is the 2026 California U.S. House (District 36) 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?

Ted Lieu, a Democratic, currently represents California, serving since January 2015.

What committees does Ted Lieu serve on?

Ted Lieu serves on House Committee on Foreign Affairs and House Committee on the Judiciary. Committee assignments are sourced from congress.gov.

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