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2026 Race · California

U.S. House (District 52)

2 candidates on record · incumbent running

The 2026 election for U.S. House (District 52) in California is scheduled for November 3, 2026. 2 candidates are on record: Juan Vargas (Democratic) and Jeff Belle (Republican). The seat is currently held by Juan Vargas (Democratic), who has served since January 2013, and the incumbent is on the ballot.

Jeff Belle

Republican

Public Record Profile

Incumbent's record this term

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Juan Vargas

Democratic · Since January 2013

Committee assignments[congress.gov]

  • Financial Services

Recent legislation sponsored[congress.gov]

  • HR.9233

    To redesignate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 2777 Logan Avenue in San Diego,...

  • HJRES.185

    Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule...

2026 California U.S. House (District 52) — Questions & Answers

Who is running for U.S. House (District 52) in California in 2026?

Juan Vargas (Democratic) and Jeff Belle (Republican). Juan Vargas is the incumbent.

When is the 2026 California U.S. House (District 52) 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?

Juan Vargas, a Democratic, currently represents California, serving since January 2013.

What committees does Juan Vargas serve on?

Juan Vargas serves on House Committee on Financial Services. Committee assignments are sourced from congress.gov.