Who Is Running in California Congressional District 14th in 2026?
Last updated: March 4, 2026
Eric Swalwell
(Incumbent)Economy
HighEric Swalwell advocates for economic growth and job creation, with a focus on affordability and modernizing state government. He states his aim is to protect working families and lower their costs. Swalwell pledges to prioritize homes and jobs to ensure that hard-working individuals can improve their financial situation and achieve a "new California promise" for their children, noting that he is running for governor because "prices are too high and people are scared."
Immigration
HighEric Swalwell supports housing Afghan refugees and introduced the ICE OUT Act to strip qualified immunity from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agents who use excessive force. He voted against legislation that aimed to return unaccompanied children to their home countries. If elected governor, Swalwell has pledged to use emergency powers to ensure state agencies do not hire former ICE agents.
Healthcare
HighEric Swalwell supported healthcare reforms, specifically stating he voted to extend Affordable Care Act subsidies to help millions of Americans. He has received an endorsement from the California Medical Association, which cited his "decisive leadership." Swalwell also focuses on affordability for working families and modernizing government to better serve Californians.
Republican Candidate
No Republican candidate has been confirmed for this race yet. Check back after the primary.
| Issue | Eric Swalwell |
|---|---|
| Economy | Eric Swalwell advocates for economic growth and job creation, with a focus on affordability and modernizing state government. He states his aim is to protect working families and lower their costs. Swalwell pledges to prioritize homes and jobs to ensure that hard-working individuals can improve their financial situation and achieve a "new California promise" for their children, noting that he is running for governor because "prices are too high and people are scared." High |
| Immigration | Eric Swalwell supports housing Afghan refugees and introduced the ICE OUT Act to strip qualified immunity from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agents who use excessive force. He voted against legislation that aimed to return unaccompanied children to their home countries. If elected governor, Swalwell has pledged to use emergency powers to ensure state agencies do not hire former ICE agents. High |
| Healthcare | Eric Swalwell supported healthcare reforms, specifically stating he voted to extend Affordable Care Act subsidies to help millions of Americans. He has received an endorsement from the California Medical Association, which cited his "decisive leadership." Swalwell also focuses on affordability for working families and modernizing government to better serve Californians. High |
| Climate & Energy | Research pending more substantial sources. Medium |
| Abortion & Reproductive Rights | Eric Swalwell strongly supports abortion and reproductive rights. He voted to pass the Women's Health Protection Act, which guarantees the right to abortion care, and co-sponsored the Abortion is Health Care Everywhere Act to repeal the Helms Amendment. He also voted against restrictive measures such as the Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act, citing the importance of the constitutional right to privacy and a woman's right to make personal healthcare decisions. High |
| Foreign Policy | Representative Eric Swalwell serves on the House Intelligence and Homeland Security Committees, and is the Ranking Member on the Subcommittee on Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Protection. He co-introduced the IRAN Act to promote internet freedom and access to information in Iran. He expressed concern regarding the Israel-Iran conflict, stating he is closely monitoring the crisis and is gravely concerned about potential escalation. High |
| Education | Research pending more substantial sources. Low |
| Gun Policy | Eric Swalwell supports stricter gun control, advocating for legislation to ban and buy back assault weapons. He also calls for the Senate to pass the background check bill previously approved by the House of Representatives. His reasoning is to reduce public fear and the violence caused by unrestricted weaponry, asserting that people should not have to live in fear of gun violence. High |
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