California
With new maps, California offers two competitive pickup opportunities in the House, both of which are critical for winning back the House majority. In addition, we must defend two vulnerable incumbents, Adam Gray and Derek Tran, who won their seats in 2024.
General Election: November 3, 2026
Early Voting: Varies by county, October 6 – November 2, 2026
Contact our California Action Team Leader: CATeam@crimsongoesblue.org
Races We’re Targeting in California
U.S. House
District: CA-13
Our Candidate: Adam Gray (D)
Opponent: TBD
Key Communities: Madera, Merced, and Stanislaus Counties
Forecaster Rating: Toss-Up
2024 Results (old map)
Adam Gray (D) - 50.04%
John Duarte (R) - 49.96%
Margin of Victory: 187 votes
District: CA-22
Our Candidate: TBD
Incumbent: David Valadao (R)
Key Communities: Kern, Kings, and Tulare Counties
Forecaster Rating: Toss-Up
2024 Results (old map)
David Valadao (R) - 53.4%
Rudy Salas (D) - 46.6%
Margin of Victory: 11,461 votes
District: CA-45
Our Candidate: Derek Tran (D)
Opponent: TBD
Key Communities: Brea, Yorba Linda, Norwalk, and Santa Ana
Forecaster Rating: Lean Democrat
2024 Results (old map)
Derek Tran (D) 50.1%%
Michelle Steel (R) 49.9%
Margin of Victory: 653 votes
District: CA-48
Our Candidate: TBD
Opponent: Darrell Issa
Key Communities: San Diego County, Coachella Valley region
Forecaster Rating: Toss-Up
2024 Results (old map)
Darrell Issa (R) 59.3%
Stephen Houlahan (D) 40.7%
Margin of Victory: 66,960 votes