WH Lane
W.H. Lane (Democratic Party) is running for election to the U.S. House to represent California's 35th Congressional District. He declared candidacy for the primary scheduled on June 2, 2026.[source]
Lane completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. Click here to read the survey answers.
Elections
2026
See also: California's 35th Congressional District election, 2026
General election
The primary will occur on June 2, 2026. The general election will occur on November 3, 2026. General election candidates will be added here following the primary.
Nonpartisan primary
Nonpartisan primary election for U.S. House California District 35
Incumbent Norma Torres (D), W.H. Lane (D), Mike Cargile (R), and Michael Horvath (R) are running in the primary for U.S. House California District 35 on June 2, 2026.
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 | Norma Torres (D) | |
 | W.H. Lane (D)  | |
 | Mike Cargile (R) | |
| Michael Horvath (R) | ||
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Campaign themes
2026
Ballotpedia survey responses
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W.H. Lane completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Lane's responses.
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Lane was born and raised in Compton, California. He is a husband and father of two children. His military career has included leadership roles focused on training and mentoring soldiers and working alongside units associated with organizations such as the 2nd Ranger Battalion, 1st Special Forces Group, and the 1st Armored Division—military organizations widely regarded as among the most efficient and capable in the world.
Lane holds a degree in cybersecurity and founded a cybersecurity business while serving on active duty. His policy priorities include economic and community development, protecting teachers, expanding support for veterans and service members, and advocating for universal healthcare access.- Public Safety - When I was 20 years old, I lost my older brother, my best friend—to gun violence. That loss changed my life and shaped my commitment to public safety. Violence in our communities is not just a statistic; it is families being torn apart and futures being taken away. I believe our neighborhoods deserve to be safe and our law enforcement officers deserve strong support, proper resources, and leadership that understands the realities they face. As a military officer trained to lead in complex security environments, I will bring both the perspective of someone who has experienced personal loss and the discipline needed to help develop smarter strategies that reduce violence and protect our communities.
- Accountability and Independence I don’t have friends in local government, and that’s by design. Accountability is one of my strongest principles. I am not endorsed by any political party, and I do not accept money from Super PACs or special interests. I am funding and running my campaign myself because I believe elected officials should answer to the people—not donors or political insiders. When I walk into the halls of Congress, I will walk in representing the people of California’s 35th District, not an entourage of wealthy backers or lobbyists. I’m not running to make friends in politics. I’m running to make sure working families in our communities continue to have a fair shot at success and opportunity.
- Standing Up to Corporate Power I have dedicated my life to serving this nation and standing up for people who cannot always stand up for themselves. After more than a decade in combat arms, one thing I learned is how to recognize a threat when I see one. Today, many working families feel like they are under pressure from powerful corporations that dominate markets, squeeze the single-family housing supply, control access to credit, and push small businesses out of the restaurant and dining space. I believe the middle class deserves a fair fight. In Congress, I will push for strong oversight and accountability to ensure corporations cannot exploit working-class Americans or undermine the economic opportunities our communities depend on.
I am deeply passionate about expanding access to affordable healthcare, strengthening our education system, and supporting the public servants who keep our communities running. I believe restoring Affordable Care Act subsidies—with strong oversight and accountability—can help lower costs for families and serve as a pathway toward universal healthcare access.
I also believe our teachers deserve far greater support. If states are unable to significantly raise teacher salaries, the federal government should explore ways to provide relief through the federal tax code so educators can keep more of what they earn.
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Campaign finance summary
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See also
2026 Elections
External links
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