Incumbent: Pete Aguilar (Democratic) · Incumbent running
General election Tuesday, Nov 3, 2026
Candidates as certified by the California Secretary of State (Aug. 27, 2026). California uses a top-two primary: the two leading vote-getters in the June 2, 2026 primary advance regardless of party. June 2 primary (official Statement of Vote, 119,667 votes): Pete Aguilar (Democratic) 53.5% · Stephanie M. Vargas (Republican) 17.5% · Tom Herman (Republican) 11.4% · Antonis P. Christodoulou (Democratic) 7.5% and others. Districts follow the new congressional map approved by voters in Proposition 50 (Nov. 2025).
Pete Aguilar represents California’s 33rd Congressional District in San Bernardino County. Ballot designation: “United States Representative”.
Stephanie Vargas is a wife, mother of three boys, and a lifelong member of our community who is stepping forward because she refuses to let the next generation inherit a California in decline. Ballot designation: “Chief Deputy Clerk”.
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Topic headings are Vote Book’s; quoted words are each candidate’s own, with the source under each one. “As reported” means a news outlet’s description, not an exact quote. A yellow tag means no public position was found on that topic.
| Jobs, wages & cost of living | |
|---|---|
| Aguilar Jobs, wages & cost of living I’m running for re-election because I know how to bring Democrats and Republicans together to confront issues facing our community. I’ve worked with members of both parties on legislation to expand protections and job opportunities for veterans, cut taxes and red tape for small businesses, make health care more affordable and fix our broken immigration system. Original: peteaguilar.com (accessed Oct 22, 2026) | Vargas Background and priorities Fix the Supply Chain Locally: I will support legislation that works to bring the production of essential goods back to our soil. This doesn't just create jobs; it protects our local economy from global disruptions and lowers costs for everyone. Original: stephanievargas4congress.com/platform (accessed Oct 22, 2026) |
| Families & communities | |
| Aguilar Families & communities Inland Empire families deserve a leader who will work across the aisle to solve problems and help families get ahead. As a fourth generation San Bernardino County resident, I understand the struggles of families throughout our community. That’s why as your Representative in Congress, I’ve been working to lower prescription drug costs, make housing more affordable, expand American manufacturing and build an economy that gives everyone a fair shot at reaching the middle class. Original: peteaguilar.com (accessed Oct 22, 2026) | Vargas Background and priorities Nothing is more important to me than the safety and well-being of our children. I am 100% committed to advocating for family values that create an environment where every child can thrive. Original: stephanievargas4congress.com/platform (accessed Oct 22, 2026) |
The same nine Senate votes (or three House votes) are shown for every current member of Congress running, so records can be compared across races. Click a roll call for the official tally.
| Measure | Aguilar |
|---|---|
| Laken Riley Act (S. 5) — final House passage Jan 22, 2025 · House roll call 23 (2025) | Nay |
| One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R. 1) — House passage May 22, 2025 · House roll call 145 (2025) | Nay |
| One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R. 1) — final, concur in Senate version Jul 3, 2025 · House roll call 190 (2025) | No |
Pulled from official roll-call records · Congress.gov profile & full record.
No congressional voting record for: Stephanie M. Vargas. State legislative or local records are not yet compiled.