California's 19th Congressional District election, 2024

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California's 19th Congressional District
Top-two primary General election
Election details
Filing deadline: December 8, 2023
Primary: March 5, 2024 General: November 5, 2024
How to vote
Poll times: 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Voting in California
Race ratings
Cook Political Report: Solid Democratic DDHQ and The Hill: Safe Democratic Inside Elections: Solid Democratic Sabato's Crystal Ball: Safe Democratic
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All U.S. House districts, including the 19th Congressional District of California, held elections in 2024. The general election was November 5, 2024. The primary was March 5, 2024. The filing deadline was December 8, 2023.

The outcome of this race affected the partisan balance of the U.S. House of Representatives in the 119th Congress. All 435 House districts were up for election.

At the time of the election, Republicans held a 220-212 majority with three vacancies. As a result of the election, Republicans retained control of the U.S. House, winning 220 seats to Democrats' 215. To read more about the 2024 U.S. House elections, click here.

In the 2022 election in this district, the Democratic candidate won 68.7%-31.3%. Daily Kos calculated what the results of the 2020 presidential election in this district would have been following redistricting. Joe Biden (D) would have defeated Donald Trump (R) 68.7%-29.1%.

For more information about the primaries in this election, click on the links below:

• California's 19th Congressional District election, 2024 (March 5 top-two primary)

Candidates and election results

General election

General election for U.S. House California District 19

Incumbent Jimmy Panetta defeated Jason Anderson in the general election for U.S. House California District 19 on November 5, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Jimmy Panetta (D)	69.3	252,458
		Jason Anderson (R)	30.7	111,862

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 364,320
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Nonpartisan primary election

Nonpartisan primary for U.S. House California District 19

Incumbent Jimmy Panetta and Jason Anderson defeated Sean Dougherty in the primary for U.S. House California District 19 on March 5, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Jimmy Panetta (D)	65.0	132,711
✔		Jason Anderson (R)	28.6	58,285
		Sean Dougherty (G)	6.4	13,080

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 204,076
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Dalila Epperson (R)

Candidate profiles

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Jason Anderson

Party: Republican Party

Incumbent: No

Political Office: None

Submitted Biography:  "I am a Christian husband, father and small business owner. I grew up in a suburb of Los Angeles, California where I experienced the extraordinary 70's, 80's, and 90's of Southern California life. I graduated from Arizona Automotive Institute in 1989, and worked full time while putting myself through college in an accelerated course. I moved to the San Luis Obispo area in 1997 where I found the California I remembered with safe streets and friendly cities. I started a small business and met my beautiful wife. We now have two exceptionally wonderful daughters who teach me everyday how truly blessed my life is."

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Key Messages

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There is no substitute for the police and bringing criminals to justice. Crime affects the safety and well-being of every community. Citizens from across the political spectrum recognize the pressing need to address this issue together. The FBI says overall crime is down, but certain types of criminal activities like aggravated assault, auto theft and homicide are rising quickly, posing significant challenges to our ability to feel safe in our own communities. I believe that people have become terrorized and no longer report smaller crimes. We are safer when all crimes are justly handled.

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Immigration is wonderful if done correctly. Right now it is tearing our country apart. We must secure the border NOW! National security concerns must be addressed and neutralized immediately. President Trump was incredibly effective in using the tools available to him to make the southern border one of the most secure in American History. The Biden/Harris administrations open border policy created the necessity for the mass deportation of immigrants. It will be the fault of those who were complicit in encouraging people to break the law to enter the US. The first act of a new citizen cannot be to illegally enter the country they wish to be part of.

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Restoring integrity to the election process. In Person, Same Day Voting. Valid ID. and Paper Ballots. This method gives every voter the assurance that our elections are open, transparent, and secure. It is necessary to preserve the peaceful transfer of power and keep our republic strong. I will do everything I can to restore elections to the people and decentralize every aspect so that the people can be confident in an open and transparent election. The ballot is secret; therefore the process cannot be.

This information was current as of the candidate's run for U.S. House California District 19 in 2024.

Voting information

See also: Voting in California

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Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey responses

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Survey responses from candidates in this race

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Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

Jason Anderson (R)

There is no substitute for the police and bringing criminals to justice. Crime affects the safety and well-being of every community. Citizens from across the political spectrum recognize the pressing need to address this issue together. The FBI says overall crime is down, but certain types of criminal activities like aggravated assault, auto theft and homicide are rising quickly, posing significant challenges to our ability to feel safe in our own communities. I believe that people have become terrorized and no longer report smaller crimes. We are safer when all crimes are justly handled.

Immigration is wonderful if done correctly. Right now it is tearing our country apart. We must secure the border NOW! National security concerns must be addressed and neutralized immediately. President Trump was incredibly effective in using the tools available to him to make the southern border one of the most secure in American History. The Biden/Harris administrations open border policy created the necessity for the mass deportation of immigrants. It will be the fault of those who were complicit in encouraging people to break the law to enter the US. The first act of a new citizen cannot be to illegally enter the country they wish to be part of.

Restoring integrity to the election process. In Person, Same Day Voting. Valid ID. and Paper Ballots. This method gives every voter the assurance that our elections are open, transparent, and secure. It is necessary to preserve the peaceful transfer of power and keep our republic strong. I will do everything I can to restore elections to the people and decentralize every aspect so that the people can be confident in an open and transparent election. The ballot is secret; therefore the process cannot be.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Jason Anderson (R)

I am particularly passionate about restoring power to states and the people, balancing the budget, and resorting faith in our institutions. The federal government has become overly burdensome and shown extreme over reach in our daily lives. I am committed to restoring the job of the federal government to it's intended purpose of limited constitutional duties.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

Jason Anderson (R)

Of course, Jesus Christ. He is my Lord and Savior. I am a great admirer of many people I know who uphold His words.

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

Jason Anderson (R)

Scripture - The Bible

Book - The 5000 Year Leap by W. Cleon Skousen c. 1981 Movie - Mr. Smith Goes to Washington (1939) (dir Frank Capra) Documents - Declaration of Independence & U.S. Constitution

(and a collection of American Literature highlighting the exceptionalism of America.)

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Jason Anderson (R)

Upholding the values of the constitution. Our nation was founded on an inverted power structure. The peoples rights should never be forgotten when legislation is passed.

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

Jason Anderson (R)

I am empathetic and see beyond the simple fixes brought by loose monetary policy. I don't believe the federal government can spend the nation into prosperity or fix the ills of society. However, I do believe that unifying our nation on principles of self reliance and personal giving out of abundance will bring far greater individual satisfaction then a centralized method of charity.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

Jason Anderson (R)

I believe each representative must consider the effect any legislation will have on the people of their district and act in the best interest of all people in that district. Only when representatives passionately fight for the people who didn't vote for them as aggressively as those who did will good character be achieved.

What legacy would you like to leave?

Jason Anderson (R)

My children are my legacy. Let them tell the story of who I was.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

Jason Anderson (R)

Death of Elvis Presley. I didn't know why teacher was crying when they announced it. I was 7. The emotional weight was thick that day and although I really didn't know much about Elvis at that age, the sadness affected me in a profound way.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

Jason Anderson (R)

Newspaper delivery boy. About 3 years (11-14)

What is your favorite book? Why?

Jason Anderson (R)

It's difficult to narrow down, but if I had one book that I would recommend beyond the Bible and other obvious great works, 'Think and Grow Rich' by Napoleon Hill. It was recommended to me when I was just out of high school and stuck with me as one of the most mesmerizing messages of personal growth I have ever read.

If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?

Jason Anderson (R)

Superman or Spiderman. Those were my favorite superheroes growing up. Still are.

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

Jason Anderson (R)

The soundtrack from "Pirates of the Caribbean". Great, now it's back. Thanks. :)

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

Jason Anderson (R)

I have been told that I have an over developed sense of justice. It is difficult for me to let go when people are treated unfairly.

What qualities does the U.S. House of Representatives possess that makes it unique as an institution?

Jason Anderson (R)

It is a boiling cauldron of ideas and coalitions. The difficulty in which legislation gets passed is why the minority is protected and strengthened in it.

Do you believe that it's beneficial for representatives to have previous experience in government or politics?

Jason Anderson (R)

No. However, It is beneficial to have an understanding of the nature of man and politics. Common sense, character, empathy and morals are far more important than experience in government. Politics, unfortunately, has become more about theatrics than ever before.

What do you perceive to be the United States’ greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade?

Jason Anderson (R)

Immigration. The damage that has been done over the last several decades will cause suffering and cultural friction for generations. Mass deportation will have a devastating effect on the conscience of this nation and without it our nation will suffer an existential economic crisis under the welfare strain.

Do you believe that two years is the right term length for representatives?

Jason Anderson (R)

Yes. The people can suffer tremendously in a very short time without the rapid changing of the house. If a greater understanding of that one fact were more well known then our nation would have and opportunity for much better leadership and legislation.

What are your thoughts on term limits?

Jason Anderson (R)

Term limits are not in the best interest our American Republic if it is functioning properly. I believe that a citizenry that is properly educated on how government is elected would go a long way in eliminating any discussion of term limits and eliminate those whom term limits would naturally apply.

Tell us your favorite joke.

Jason Anderson (R)

My daughter told me this riddle a few days ago, so I am obligated. What do you call a teacher who won't pass gas in front of her students? (A private tutor)

Do you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking?

Jason Anderson (R)

I believe that all policymaking requires compromise. The nature of policy is that there is friction. There is no department for the regulation of kindness or love. Mitigating the harm that a government can cause by being responsive to the voice of the people is this highest duty of any legislator.

How should the U.S. House use its investigative powers?

Jason Anderson (R)

Subpoenas, hearings, and referrals for prosecutions on anyone who misuses U.S. governmental powers against the peoples rights. Law must be equally and justly administered. The protection of the people is what ensures the prosperity of the nation.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

Jason Anderson (R)

Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association (PAC)

American Independents Party California Rifle and Pistol Association (CRPA) California State Republican Party (CAGOP) Monterey County Republican Party Santa Cruz Republicans San Luis Obispo County Republican Party California Republican Assembly

Personal endorsements (see website)

What committees interest you?

Jason Anderson (R)

Budge, Select COTCCP, Oversight & Accountability, Rules

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

Jason Anderson (R)

Without transparency, there cannot be accountability, and without accountability there cannot be trust.

Campaign finance

Name	Party	Receipts*	Disbursements**	Cash on hand	Date
Jimmy Panetta	Democratic Party	$3,357,555	$1,823,327	$3,714,639	As of December 31, 2024
Jason Anderson	Republican Party	$18,045	$7,643	$10,402	As of December 31, 2024
Sean Dougherty	Green Party	$7,856	$5,711	$2,145	As of June 30, 2024
Source: Federal Elections Commission, "Campaign finance data," 2024. This product uses the openFEC API but is not endorsed or certified by the Federal Election Commission (FEC). * According to the FEC, "Receipts are anything of value (money, goods, services or property) received by a political committee." ** According to the FEC, a disbursement "is a purchase, payment, distribution, loan, advance, deposit or gift of money or anything of value to influence a federal election," plus other kinds of payments not made to influence a federal election.

General election race ratings

See also: Race rating definitions and methods

Ballotpedia provides race ratings from four outlets: The Cook Political Report, Inside Elections, Sabato's Crystal Ball, and DDHQ/The Hill. Each race rating indicates if one party is perceived to have an advantage in the race and, if so, the degree of advantage:

• Safe and Solid ratings indicate that one party has a clear edge and the race is not competitive.
• Likely ratings indicate that one party has a clear edge, but an upset is possible.
• Lean ratings indicate that one party has a small edge, but the race is competitive.
• Toss-up ratings indicate that neither party has an advantage.

Race ratings are informed by a number of factors, including polling, candidate quality, and election result history in the race's district or state.

Race ratings: California's 19th Congressional District election, 2024
Race tracker	Race ratings
	November 5, 2024	October 29, 2024	October 22, 2024	October 15, 2024
The Cook Political Report with Amy Walter	Solid Democratic	Solid Democratic	Solid Democratic	Solid Democratic
Decision Desk HQ and The Hill	Safe Democratic	Safe Democratic	Safe Democratic	Safe Democratic
Inside Elections with Nathan L. Gonzales	Solid Democratic	Solid Democratic	Solid Democratic	Solid Democratic
Larry J. Sabato's Crystal Ball	Safe Democratic	Safe Democratic	Safe Democratic	Safe Democratic
Note: Ballotpedia reviews external race ratings every week throughout the election season and posts weekly updates even if the media outlets have not revised their ratings during that week.

Ballot access

The table below details filing requirements for U.S. House candidates in California in the 2024 election cycle. For additional information on candidate ballot access requirements in California, click here.

Filing requirements for U.S. House candidates, 2024
State	Office	Party	Signatures required	Filing fee	Filing deadline	Source
California	U.S. House	All candidates	40-60	$1,740.00	12/8/2023	Source

District analysis

Click the tabs below to view information about voter composition, past elections, and demographics in both the district and the state.

• District map - A map of the district in place for the election.
• Competitiveness - Information about the competitiveness of 2024 U.S. House elections in the state.
• Presidential elections - Information about presidential elections in the district and the state.
• State party control - The partisan makeup of the state's congressional delegation and state government.

• District map
• Competitiveness
• Presidential elections
• State party control

Below was the map in use at the time of the election. Click the map below to enlarge it.

See also: Primary election competitiveness in state and federal government, 2024

This section contains data on U.S. House primary election competitiveness in California.

California U.S. House primary competitiveness, 2014-2024
Office	Districts/ offices	Seats	Open seats	Candidates	Possible primaries	Contested top-two primaries	% of contested primaries	Incumbents in contested primaries	% of incumbents in contested primaries
2024	52	52	7	241	52	42	80.8%	36	80.0%
2022	52	52	5	272	52	52	100.0%	47	100.0%
2020	53	53	4	262	53	47	88.7%	32	64.0%
2018	53	53	2	244	53	41	77.4%	39	76.5%
2016	53	53	4	202	53	40	75.5%	36	73.5%
2014	53	53	6	209	53	38	71.7%	32	68.1%

Post-filing deadline analysis

The following analysis covers all U.S. House districts up for election in California in 2024. Information below was calculated on 1/16/2024, and may differ from information shown in the table above due to candidate replacements and withdrawals after that time.

Two-hundred forty-one candidates filed to run for California's 52 U.S. House districts in 2024, including 125 Democrats, 88 Republicans, and 28 independent or minor party candidates. That’s 4.63 candidates per district. In 2022, the first election after the number of congressional districts in California decreased from 53 to 52 following the 2020 census, 5.2 candidates filed per district. In 2020, when the state still had 53 Congressional districts, 4.94 candidates filed per district. In 2018, 4.6 candidates filed.

The 241 candidates who ran in California in 2024 were the fewest total number of candidates since 2016, when 202 candidates ran. Forty-five incumbents—34 Democrats and 11 Republicans—ran for re-election. That was fewer than in 2022, when 47 incumbents ran. Six districts were open, one more than in 2022, and the most since 2014, when six districts were also open.

Incumbents Barbara Lee (D-12th), Adam Schiff (D-30th), and Katie Porter (D-47th) ran for the state’s open U.S. Senate seat. Incumbent Sen. Laphonza Butler (D) didn't run for re-election. Incumbents Grace Napolitano (D-31st), Tony Cárdenas (D-29th), and Anna Eshoo (D-16th) retired from public office. One incumbent—Rep. Kevin McCarthy (R-20th)—left Congress before the end of his term. A special election was held to fill his seat before the general election.

Fifteen candidates—12 Democrats, two Republicans, and one nonpartisan—ran in the open 30th district, the most candidates running for a seat in 2024.

Forty-two primaries were contested, the fewest since 2018, when 41 were contested. All 52 primaries were contested in 2022, and 47 were in 2020. In California, which uses a top-two primary system, a primary is contested if more than two candidates file to run.

Incumbents ran in 35 of the 42 contested primaries. That’s lower than 2022, when 47 incumbents ran in contested primaries, but higher than every other year since 2014. In 2020, 32 incumbents faced contested primaries. Thirty-nine incumbents did so in 2018, 36 in 2016, and 32 in 2014.

Democratic candidates ran in every district. Republican candidates ran in every district except one—the 37th. Two Democrats, including incumbent Sydney Kamlage-Dove, one nonpartisan candidate, and one Peace and Freedom Party member ran in that district.

Partisan Voter Index

See also: The Cook Political Report's Partisan Voter Index

Heading into the 2024 elections, based on results from the 2020 and 2016 presidential elections, the Cook Partisan Voter Index for this district was D+18. This meant that in those two presidential elections, this district's results were 18 percentage points more Democratic than the national average. This made California's 19th the 73rd most Democratic district nationally.

2020 presidential election results

The table below shows what the vote in the 2020 presidential election would have been in this district. The presidential election data was compiled by Daily Kos.

2020 presidential results in California's 19th based on 2024 district lines
Joe Biden	Donald Trump
68.7%	29.1%

Inside Elections Baselines

See also: Inside Elections

Inside Elections' Baseline is a figure that analyzes all federal and statewide election results from the district over the past four election cycles. The results are combined in an index estimating the strength of a typical Democratic or Republican candidate in the congressional district. The table below displays the Baseline data for this district.

Inside Elections Baseline for 2024
Democratic Baseline	Republican Baseline	Difference
67.0	32.6	D+34.5

Presidential voting history

See also: Presidential election in California, 2020

California presidential election results (1900-2020)

• 15 Democratic wins
• 15 Republican wins
• 1 other win

Year	1900	1904	1908	1912	1916	1920	1924	1928	1932	1936	1940	1944	1948	1952	1956	1960	1964	1968	1972	1976	1980	1984	1988	1992	1996	2000	2004	2008	2012	2016	2020
Winning Party	R	R	R	P	D	R	R	R	D	D	D	D	D	R	R	R	D	R	R	R	R	R	R	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D

See also: Party control of California state government

Congressional delegation

The table below displays the partisan composition of California's congressional delegation as of May 2024.

Congressional Partisan Breakdown from California
Party	U.S. Senate	U.S. House	Total
Democratic	2	43	45
Republican	0	9	9
Independent	0	0	0
Vacancies	0	0	0
Total	2	52	54

State executive

The table below displays the officeholders in California's top four state executive offices as of May 2024.

State executive officials in California, May 2024
Office	Officeholder
Governor	Gavin Newsom
Lieutenant Governor	Eleni Kounalakis
Secretary of State	Shirley Weber
Attorney General	Rob Bonta

State legislature

California State Senate

Party		As of February 2024
	Democratic Party	32
	Republican Party	8
	Other	0
	Vacancies	0
Total		40

California State Assembly

Party		As of February 2024
	Democratic Party	62
	Republican Party	18
	Independent	1
	Other	0
	Vacancies	0
Total		80

Trifecta control

The table below shows the state's trifecta status from 1992 until the 2024 election.

California Party Control: 1992-2024
Nineteen years of Democratic trifectas  •  No Republican trifectas
Scroll left and right on the table below to view more years.

Year	92	93	94	95	96	97	98	99	00	01	02	03	04	05	06	07	08	09	10	11	12	13	14	15	16	17	18	19	20	21	22	23	24
Governor	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	D	D	D	D	D	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D
Senate	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D
Assembly	D	D	D	S	R	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D

District history

The section below details election results for this office in elections dating back to 2018.

2022

See also: California's 19th Congressional District election, 2022

General election

General election for U.S. House California District 19

Incumbent Jimmy Panetta defeated Jeff Gorman in the general election for U.S. House California District 19 on November 8, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Jimmy Panetta (D)	68.7	194,494
		Jeff Gorman (R)	31.3	88,816

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 283,310
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Nonpartisan primary election

Nonpartisan primary for U.S. House California District 19

Incumbent Jimmy Panetta and Jeff Gorman defeated Dalila Epperson and Douglas Deitch in the primary for U.S. House California District 19 on June 7, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Jimmy Panetta (D)	67.3	127,545
✔		Jeff Gorman (R)	23.3	44,181
		Dalila Epperson (R)	6.4	12,082
		Douglas Deitch (D)	3.0	5,700

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 189,508
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2020

See also: California's 19th Congressional District election, 2020

General election

General election for U.S. House California District 19

Incumbent Zoe Lofgren defeated Justin Aguilera in the general election for U.S. House California District 19 on November 3, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Zoe Lofgren (D)	71.7	224,385
		Justin Aguilera (R)	28.3	88,642

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 313,027
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Nonpartisan primary election

Nonpartisan primary for U.S. House California District 19

Incumbent Zoe Lofgren and Justin Aguilera defeated Ignacio Cruz, Ivan Torres, and Jason Mallory in the primary for U.S. House California District 19 on March 3, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Zoe Lofgren (D)	62.7	104,456
✔		Justin Aguilera (R)	12.3	20,469
		Ignacio Cruz (R)	11.5	19,109
		Ivan Torres (D)	11.4	18,916
	Submit photo	Jason Mallory (Independent)	2.1	3,516

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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Erik Estavillo (D)
• Abdullah Issaq (D)

2018

See also: California's 19th Congressional District election, 2018

General election

General election for U.S. House California District 19

Incumbent Zoe Lofgren defeated Justin Aguilera in the general election for U.S. House California District 19 on November 6, 2018.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Zoe Lofgren (D)	73.8	162,496
		Justin Aguilera (R)	26.2	57,823

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 220,319
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Nonpartisan primary election

Nonpartisan primary for U.S. House California District 19

Incumbent Zoe Lofgren and Justin Aguilera advanced from the primary for U.S. House California District 19 on June 5, 2018.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Zoe Lofgren (D)	99.2	97,096
✔		Justin Aguilera (R)	0.8	792

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified.	Total votes: 97,888
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See also

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Footnotes

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California's current delegation to the United States Congress

Senators

Alex Padilla (D)

Adam Schiff (D)

Representatives

District 1

Doug LaMalfa (R)

District 2

Jared Huffman (D)

District 3

Kevin Kiley (R)

District 4

Mike Thompson (D)

District 5

Tom McClintock (R)

District 6

Ami Bera (D)

District 7

Doris Matsui (D)

District 8

John Garamendi (D)

District 9

Josh Harder (D)

District 10

Mark DeSaulnier (D)

District 11

Nancy Pelosi (D)

District 12

Lateefah Simon (D)

District 13

Adam Gray (D)

District 14

Eric Swalwell (D)

District 15

Kevin Mullin (D)

District 16

Sam Liccardo (D)

District 17

Ro Khanna (D)

District 18

Zoe Lofgren (D)

District 19

Jimmy Panetta (D)

District 20

Vince Fong (R)

District 21

Jim Costa (D)

District 22

David Valadao (R)

District 23

Jay Obernolte (R)

District 24

Salud Carbajal (D)

District 25

Raul Ruiz (D)

District 26

Julia Brownley (D)

District 27

George Whitesides (D)

District 28

Judy Chu (D)

District 29

Luz Rivas (D)

District 30

Laura Friedman (D)

District 31

Gil Cisneros (D)

District 32

Brad Sherman (D)

District 33

Pete Aguilar (D)

District 34

Jimmy Gomez (D)

District 35

Norma Torres (D)

District 36

Ted Lieu (D)

District 37

Sydney Kamlager-Dove (D)

District 38

Linda Sánchez (D)

District 39

Mark Takano (D)

District 40

Young Kim (R)

District 41

Ken Calvert (R)

District 42

Robert Garcia (D)

District 43

Maxine Waters (D)

District 44

Nanette Barragán (D)

District 45

Derek Tran (D)

District 46

Lou Correa (D)

District 47

Dave Min (D)

District 48

Darrell Issa (R)

District 49

Mike Levin (D)

District 50

Scott Peters (D)

District 51

Sara Jacobs (D)

District 52

Juan Vargas (D)

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