Who Is Running in California Congressional District 32nd in 2026?
Last updated: March 4, 2026
Brad Sherman
(Incumbent)Economy
HighBrad Sherman voted against H.Res.1057 while supporting H.R.6644 and H.R.1531 in 2026. He co-introduced the Direct File Act to simplify tax filing for Americans and secured over $12 million in federal funds for local projects. Consistently championing labor rights, he earned a 100% score from the AFL-CIO in 2024 and a 98% lifetime score, also sponsoring the Nationwide Right to Unionize Act. He opposed cryptocurrency bills, citing consumer and worker protection concerns.
Immigration
MediumBrad Sherman voted against H.R. 5717 in 2024, a bill that would have cut federal funding to states adopting policies protecting immigrants. He also joined Representatives Laura Friedman and Judy Chu in 2026 to demand accountability and reform of ICE and DHS following deaths during federal immigration enforcement operations. This indicates a focus on immigrant protections and oversight of immigration enforcement.
Healthcare
HighBrad Sherman voted against Republican cuts to federal health insurance programs, which would have impacted Medicaid funding and increased patient out-of-pocket spending. He introduced the Medicare Dental, Vision, and Hearing Benefit Act to expand coverage. Sherman also consistently advocates for reproductive healthcare rights, receiving 100% ratings from NARAL Pro-Choice America and Planned Parenthood. He introduced legislation to restore Medicaid reimbursements to Planned Parenthood and to help cover travel expenses for abortion care.
Republican Candidate
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| Issue | Brad Sherman |
|---|---|
| Economy | Brad Sherman voted against H.Res.1057 while supporting H.R.6644 and H.R.1531 in 2026. He co-introduced the Direct File Act to simplify tax filing for Americans and secured over $12 million in federal funds for local projects. Consistently championing labor rights, he earned a 100% score from the AFL-CIO in 2024 and a 98% lifetime score, also sponsoring the Nationwide Right to Unionize Act. He opposed cryptocurrency bills, citing consumer and worker protection concerns. High |
| Immigration | Brad Sherman voted against H.R. 5717 in 2024, a bill that would have cut federal funding to states adopting policies protecting immigrants. He also joined Representatives Laura Friedman and Judy Chu in 2026 to demand accountability and reform of ICE and DHS following deaths during federal immigration enforcement operations. This indicates a focus on immigrant protections and oversight of immigration enforcement. Medium |
| Healthcare | Brad Sherman voted against Republican cuts to federal health insurance programs, which would have impacted Medicaid funding and increased patient out-of-pocket spending. He introduced the Medicare Dental, Vision, and Hearing Benefit Act to expand coverage. Sherman also consistently advocates for reproductive healthcare rights, receiving 100% ratings from NARAL Pro-Choice America and Planned Parenthood. He introduced legislation to restore Medicaid reimbursements to Planned Parenthood and to help cover travel expenses for abortion care. High |
| Climate & Energy | Representative Brad Sherman has consistently supported the Green New Deal, co-introducing its most recent version. He views the initiative as a national effort to reduce fossil fuel use, secure clean resources, create jobs, and promote a sustainable environment. Sherman has also secured federal funding for local environmental projects and has been endorsed by environmental leaders for his work combatting climate change and funding renewable energy. Medium |
| Abortion & Reproductive Rights | Congressman Brad Sherman supports abortion rights and reproductive healthcare, consistently earning 100% ratings from NARAL Pro-Choice America and Planned Parenthood for over a decade. He is a member of the Congressional Pro-Choice Caucus and has helped introduce legislation such as the Ensuring Women’s Right to Reproductive Freedom Act and the Equal Access to Abortion Coverage in Health Insurance (EACH) Act to protect access. Additionally, he supported the Restoring Essential Healthcare Act to repeal federal bans on Medicaid reimbursements to Planned Parenthood. Medium |
| Foreign Policy | Congressman Brad Sherman actively addresses foreign policy and defense issues, focusing on preventing nuclear proliferation and strengthening U.S. alliances. He reintroduced the "No Nuclear Weapons for Saudi Arabia Act" to ensure strong safeguards for any U.S.-Saudi civil nuclear deal. Additionally, he introduced the "War Powers Act Enforcement Act" and the "Hands Off Greenland Act," advocating for U.S. leadership in nonproliferation and diplomatic accountability. High |
| Education | Brad Sherman has demonstrated strong support for education, evidenced by his 100% rating from the California Teachers Association, the National Education Association, and the American Federation of Teachers for his work in Congress. He also co-sponsored H.R.7340, the Rebuild America’s Schools Act of 2026, which aims to improve school infrastructure. Medium |
| Gun Policy | Congressman Brad Sherman consistently supports measures to prevent gun violence, earning a 100 percent vote rating from the Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence and an 'F' from the NRA. He cosponsored and voted to pass H.R. 1808, the Assault Weapons Ban, through the House, which criminalizes the import, sale, manufacture, transfer, or possession of specific weapons and devices. He also co-sponsored H.R. 698, another Assault Weapons Ban, and H.Con.Res.69, honoring a gun violence survivor. High |
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