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2026 Race · California

U.S. House (District 4)

2 candidates on record · incumbent running

The 2026 election for U.S. House (District 4) in California is scheduled for November 3, 2026. 2 candidates are on record: Mike Thompson (Democratic) and Eric Jones (Democratic). The seat is currently held by Mike Thompson (Democratic), who has served since January 1999, and the incumbent is on the ballot.

Eric Jones

Democratic

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Mike Thompson

Democratic · Since January 1999

Committee assignments[congress.gov]

  • Ways and Means

Recent legislation sponsored[congress.gov]

  • HRES.1376

    Supporting the contributions and goals of Lavender Growers Month.

  • HR.9041

    America Bikes Act

2026 California U.S. House (District 4) — Questions & Answers

Who is running for U.S. House (District 4) in California in 2026?

Mike Thompson (Democratic) and Eric Jones (Democratic). Mike Thompson is the incumbent.

When is the 2026 California U.S. House (District 4) 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?

Mike Thompson, a Democratic, currently represents California, serving since January 1999.

What committees does Mike Thompson serve on?

Mike Thompson serves on House Committee on Ways and Means. Committee assignments are sourced from congress.gov.