Who Is Running in California Congressional District 35th in 2026?
Last updated: March 4, 2026
Norma Torres
(Incumbent)Economy
HighNorma Torres voted for the FY2026 Labor Health and Human Services Education, Defense, and Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development spending bills, and the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026. She also voted for the Veterans Readiness and Employment Improvement Act of 2025. Torres advocates for demand-driven training programs, like the JOBS Act, to foster a dynamic workforce and retain high-tech manufacturing jobs in the U.S. Additionally, she supported the New Democrat Coalition’s Affordability Agenda to lower costs for working families.
Immigration
HighNorma Torres opposes restrictive immigration enforcement, criticizing actions by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP) as abusive, illegal, and unconstitutional. She advocates for due process and equal protection under the law, stating she does not support the detention of individuals without criminal records, including those pursuing asylum or lawful status. Torres has pushed for accountability regarding ICE abuses and conducted oversight inspections of federal immigration detention facilities.
Healthcare
HighNorma Torres believes everyone should have access to quality and affordable health care, striving to eliminate disparities in the health care system. As a State Senator, she worked to make Covered California more accessible and diversified state health board members. In Congress, she consistently supports critical funding for California's public health care system, safety net hospitals, and health centers serving aging, low-income, and rural communities. She voted against H.R. 6703 in 2026, supporting healthcare access, and opposes efforts to eliminate the Affordable Care Act.
Republican Candidate
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| Issue | Norma Torres |
|---|---|
| Economy | Norma Torres voted for the FY2026 Labor Health and Human Services Education, Defense, and Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development spending bills, and the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026. She also voted for the Veterans Readiness and Employment Improvement Act of 2025. Torres advocates for demand-driven training programs, like the JOBS Act, to foster a dynamic workforce and retain high-tech manufacturing jobs in the U.S. Additionally, she supported the New Democrat Coalition’s Affordability Agenda to lower costs for working families. High |
| Immigration | Norma Torres opposes restrictive immigration enforcement, criticizing actions by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP) as abusive, illegal, and unconstitutional. She advocates for due process and equal protection under the law, stating she does not support the detention of individuals without criminal records, including those pursuing asylum or lawful status. Torres has pushed for accountability regarding ICE abuses and conducted oversight inspections of federal immigration detention facilities. High |
| Healthcare | Norma Torres believes everyone should have access to quality and affordable health care, striving to eliminate disparities in the health care system. As a State Senator, she worked to make Covered California more accessible and diversified state health board members. In Congress, she consistently supports critical funding for California's public health care system, safety net hospitals, and health centers serving aging, low-income, and rural communities. She voted against H.R. 6703 in 2026, supporting healthcare access, and opposes efforts to eliminate the Affordable Care Act. High |
| Climate & Energy | Norma Torres is committed to addressing drought and climate change in California, advocating for clean land, air, and water through sensible pollution prevention. She prioritizes energy efficiency, renewable sources like solar, and increased investments in water infrastructure, including recycling and desalination technologies. Torres introduced the Regional Infrastructure Accelerator Act and cosponsored the Water in the 21st Century Act, aiming to balance economic development with environmental conservation. High |
| Abortion & Reproductive Rights | Norma Torres supports reproductive rights and has been endorsed by Reproductive Freedom for All and Population Connection Action. She advocates for women to have affordable family planning conversations with their doctors and the ability to choose when to have a family and avoid pregnancies. She believes it is unfortunate that these options are often denied to American women. High |
| Foreign Policy | Research pending more substantial sources. Low |
| Education | Norma Torres voted for the FY2026 Labor, Health and Human Services, Education (LHHS) spending bill and introduced amendments to protect early childhood education and restore the Preschool Development Grant Birth through Five (PDG B-5) program. She supports these measures to ensure every child has the foundation needed to succeed. Torres also advocates for investments in all levels of education, expanding college affordability, increasing financial aid, and reducing student loan debt, and secured $2,000,000 for the Ontario-Montclair School District's Safer Schools Initiative. She is a recommended candidate by Education Votes for the 2026 election. High |
| Gun Policy | Congresswoman Norma Torres and Representative Brad Schneider reintroduced the Multiple Firearm Sales Reporting Modernization Act, which she described as a step to prevent firearms from falling into the wrong hands and to address gun violence. She is endorsed by Giffords, an organization focused on preventing gun violence. Additionally, Torres advocates for increased resources and coordination for local law enforcement, including access to surplus military equipment and training to respond to threats. High |
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