Incumbent: Juan Vargas (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, 126,778 votes): Juan Vargas (Democratic) 56.5% · Jeff Belle (Republican) 33.2% · Deborah Calhoun Rhodes (Democratic) 9.5% · Frances Yasmeen Motiwalla (Democratic) 0.8%. Districts follow the new congressional map approved by voters in Proposition 50 (Nov. 2025).
Congressman Juan Vargas was raised on a chicken ranch in National City, in California’s 52nd District. Ballot designation: “Member of Congress”.
Ballot designation on the Nov 3, 2026 ballot: “Business Owner” (as filed with the California Secretary of State).
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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.
| Immigration & border | |
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| Vargas Immigration & border America has a long, proud tradition as a nation of immigrants. As the son of immigrants and a first-generation American, I know that immigrants strengthen our communities and our economies. They deserve their chance at achieving the American Dream. Original: vargas.house.gov/issues (accessed Oct 22, 2026) Immigration & border Trump’s ICE agents have terrorized our communities. They have beaten, brutalized, and even murdered innocent people. Instead of demanding accountability, Republicans just voted to send another $70 billion to ICE and Trump’s mass deportation agenda. That’s on top of the $170 billion they sent ICE in their Big Ugly Bill last summer. Original: vargas.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-juan-vargas-votes-against-70-billion-blank-check-to-ice (accessed Oct 22, 2026) | Belle Immigration & border My vision includes safeguarding constitutional rights, securing borders, and providing financial relief to families and small businesses. I've proposed six bills to drive progress, including small business bailout, Tijuana River crisis resolution, immigration reform, and AI student loan relief. Original: belleforcongress.com (accessed Oct 22, 2026) Immigration Our immigration system should be secure, fair, and functional. I support stronger border security, tougher action against cartels and smugglers, and a lawful immigration, swift process that works for employers, families, and our economy. In South Bay, that means paying attention to cross-border impacts, local service capacity, and the need for practical federal coordination. Original: belleforcongress.com (accessed Oct 22, 2026) |
| Housing | |
| Vargas Housing One of my main priorities is helping to make housing more affordable for the people of south San Diego County. I have long supported the Low Income Housing Tax Credits and championed tax credits for first-time homebuyers. It’s also why I have championed efforts to support community development, affordable housing, and first-generation homebuyers. Original: vargas.house.gov/issues (accessed Oct 22, 2026) Housing Today, we took a major step forward in tackling our nation’s housing crisis. This legislation will help us boost our housing supply, expand homeownership opportunities, and lower costs. Original: vargas.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-juan-vargas-applauds-passage-of-major-bipartisan-housing-bill (accessed Oct 22, 2026) | Belle Housing Housing costs are crushing too many families, seniors, and young people. I will support policies that increase housing supply, speed up approvals, and make it easier to build starter homes, apartments near transit, and affordable units for working families. I will also push federal housing programs to work better in high-cost regions like San Diego so first-time buyers and renters get real relief. Original: belleforcongress.com (accessed Oct 22, 2026) |
| Elections, ethics & government | |
| Vargas Elections, ethics & government Since taking office, Trump has targeted the diversity that helps make our country strong, and Minority Serving Institutions, including Hispanic Serving Institutions, are paying the price. Trump’s plan to end decades of federal support for these programs is an attack on our students, colleges, and universities. Original: vargas.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-juan-vargas-slams-trump-admin-attacks-on-minority-serving-institutions (accessed Oct 22, 2026) | Belle Elections, ethics & government Good evening, friends and patriots. I'm running for Congress because I believe faith, freedom, and financial opportunity can propel us forward. With 25 years of public service experience, I'll drive meaningful change in South Bay, San Diego County. Original: belleforcongress.com (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 | Vargas |
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| 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: Jeff Belle. State legislative or local records are not yet compiled.