2026 Elections · California

California's 2nd Congressional District Candidates 2026

See every declared 2026 U.S. House candidate running in this California congressional district, with FEC campaign finance and where they stand on the issues.

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Who is running in California's 2nd Congressional District in 2026?

Jared Huffman (Democratic) and Robin Littau (Republican).

Where they stand

Sources under every entry. Sentences are AI-written from the linked source.

Where they differ: Jared Huffman votes nay on multiple immigration enforcement bills but yea on a national emergency resolution, and he supports enforcement against illegal cannabis grows due to their environmental and public safety impacts 13. Robin Littau supports ending chaos in immigration and modernizing citizenship requirements, and she backs stopping predators with stronger deterrents and law enforcement support to protect vulnerable populations 25.
AI-written comparison of the sourced entries below. Generated Oct 18, 2026.

Where the candidates stand, by issue
IssueJared HuffmanDemocraticRobin LittauRepublican
Economy & Jobs

Huffman supports federal investments in infrastructure, research, clean energy, and education to create well-paying jobs and bolster economic recovery.

Own words (office website)Source ↗Verified Oct 12, 2026AI-written

Huffman votes yea on technology and financial protection bills but nay on capital access and privacy purchase acts.

Official recordSource ↗Verified Oct 18, 2026AI-written

No public position found. Check their site ↗

Healthcare

Huffman supports keeping healthcare affordable as part of broader economic tools to help middle class families meet challenges.

Own words (office website)Source ↗Verified Oct 12, 2026AI-written

Huffman votes yea on rural care and patient support acts but nay on Medicaid harm and lowering premiums bills.

Official recordSource ↗Verified Oct 18, 2026AI-written

No public position found. Check their site ↗

Immigration

Huffman votes nay on multiple immigration enforcement and security bills but yea on a national emergency resolution.

Official recordSource ↗Verified Oct 18, 2026AI-written

Littau supports ending chaos in immigration and modernizing citizenship requirements to find solutions.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 17, 2026AI-written

Where they differ on Immigration: Jared Huffman votes nay on multiple immigration enforcement and security bills but yea on a national emergency resolution 1. Robin Littau supports ending chaos in immigration and modernizing citizenship requirements to find solutions 2.
Public Safety & Crime

Huffman supports enforcement against illegal cannabis grows due to their environmental damage and public safety threats.

Own words (office website)Source ↗Verified Oct 12, 2026AI-written

Huffman votes yea on prison staff safety and guard acts but nay on privacy, veterans 2nd amendment, bail, and offender bills.

Official recordSource ↗Verified Oct 18, 2026AI-written

Littau supports stopping predators, stronger deterrents, and backing law enforcement to shield the vulnerable.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 17, 2026AI-written

Where they differ on Public Safety & Crime: Jared Huffman supports enforcement against illegal cannabis grows because of their environmental and public safety impacts 1. He voted yea on prison staff safety and guard acts but nay on privacy, veterans 2nd amendment, bail, and offender bills 2. Robin Littau supports stopping predators, stronger deterrents, and backing law enforcement to protect vulnerable populations 3.
Abortion

No public position found. Check their site ↗

Littau supports protecting parental rights and opposes mandates on children, emphasizing 'My Kid, My Call.'

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 17, 2026AI-written

Taxes & Government Spending

Huffman supports Democratic budget proposals that invest in infrastructure, education, clean energy, and job creation to boost the economy.

Own words (office website)Source ↗Verified Oct 12, 2026AI-written

Huffman votes yea on tax relief and AGOA extension but nay on budget resolutions and appropriations acts.

Official recordSource ↗Verified Oct 18, 2026AI-written

Littau says she wants to cut government fraud, waste and abuse at the federal, state and local levels.

ReportedSource ↗Verified Oct 7, 2026AI-written

Where they differ on Taxes & Government Spending: Jared Huffman supports Democratic budget proposals that invest in infrastructure, education, clean energy, and job creation to boost the economy 1. He votes yea on tax relief and AGOA extension but nay on budget resolutions and appropriations acts 2. Robin Littau says she wants to cut government fraud, waste and abuse at the federal, state and local levels 3.
Energy & Environment

Huffman prioritizes addressing climate change through investments in clean energy, infrastructure, and environmental justice, supporting laws like the Inflation Reduction Act and the Green New Deal.

Own words (office website)Source ↗Verified Oct 12, 2026AI-written

Huffman votes yea on diesel emissions and conservation acts but nay on EPA disapproval, consumer fuel choice, and HEATS acts.

Official recordSource ↗Verified Oct 18, 2026AI-written

Littau says ranchers in her district are frustrated with wolf-related rules and welcomes new funding for wolf deterrents.

ReportedSource ↗Verified Oct 7, 2026AI-written

Where they differ on Energy & Environment: Jared Huffman prioritizes addressing climate change through investments in clean energy, infrastructure, and environmental justice, supporting laws like the Inflation Reduction Act and the Green New Deal 1. He votes yea on diesel emissions and conservation acts but nay on EPA disapproval, consumer fuel choice, and HEATS acts 2. Robin Littau says ranchers in her district are frustrated with wolf-related rules and welcomes new funding for wolf deterrents 3.
Foreign Policy & Defense

Huffman votes yea on resolutions to remove troops from Iran and Lebanon and on veterans clinic naming but nay on defense authorization and FISA extension.

Official recordSource ↗Verified Oct 18, 2026AI-written

No public position found. Check their site ↗

Common questions

When is the election?

The general election is on November 3, 2026.

How do the candidates differ on Immigration?

Jared Huffman votes nay on multiple immigration enforcement and security bills but yea on a national emergency resolution. Robin Littau supports ending chaos in immigration and modernizing citizenship requirements to find solutions.

How do the candidates differ on Public Safety & Crime?

Jared Huffman supports enforcement against illegal cannabis grows because of their environmental and public safety impacts. He voted yea on prison staff safety and guard acts but nay on privacy, veterans 2nd amendment, bail, and offender bills. Robin Littau supports stopping predators, stronger deterrents, and backing law enforcement to protect vulnerable populations.

How do the candidates differ on Taxes & Government Spending?

Jared Huffman supports Democratic budget proposals that invest in infrastructure, education, clean energy, and job creation to boost the economy. He votes yea on tax relief and AGOA extension but nay on budget resolutions and appropriations acts. Robin Littau says she wants to cut government fraud, waste and abuse at the federal, state and local levels.

How do the candidates differ on Energy & Environment?

Jared Huffman prioritizes addressing climate change through investments in clean energy, infrastructure, and environmental justice, supporting laws like the Inflation Reduction Act and the Green New Deal. He votes yea on diesel emissions and conservation acts but nay on EPA disapproval, consumer fuel choice, and HEATS acts. Robin Littau says ranchers in her district are frustrated with wolf-related rules and welcomes new funding for wolf deterrents.