Republican · U.S. House, District 17, California
General election Tuesday, Nov 3, 2026
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Ballot designation on the Nov 3, 2026 ballot: “CEO/Entrepreneur/Researcher” (as filed with the California Secretary of State).
Also running: Ro Khanna (D)
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Jobs, wages & cost of living
As the President of a nonprofit organization, I see how many Bay Area families are struggling to make ends meet. As a father, I know the $35.3 trillion national debt is stealing our children’s future. As an independent, small businessman, I understand the crushing burden of job-killing regulations.
Families & communities
Over two decades ago, I immigrated to this country as a student searching for the American Dream. I found it here, in the heart of our Bay Area. I believe this community is the greatest in our nation, and it angers me to see the Washington, D.C., elite ignore our values of strong family devotion and hard work. It will be my top priority to represent you, not entrenched party bosses.
Families & communities
I am running for Congress because I am grateful for all this community has given me, and I want to serve you. Let’s work together, reject partisan politics, and find common-sense solutions to ease the burden on all Bay Area families.
Ritesh Tandon is not a current member of Congress, so there is no congressional roll-call record to show. State legislative or local records are not yet compiled.
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