California's 8th Congressional District (CA-8)

Last updated Oct 1, 2026 · 6 sources

John Garamendi, a Democrat, has represented the district since 2023.

The district includes parts of Solano and Contra Costa counties.

According to the Census Bureau's 2020–2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the district has a population of 752,539, a median household income of $97,897, and a median age of 38.9. Of residents 25 and older, 30.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Representative

John Garamendi

U.S. Representative for California's 8th District · Democrat

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2026 redistricting

California uses a new congressional map in 2026: AB 604 (Proposition 50), approved by voters Nov 4, 2025.

The 2026 election for CA-8 uses the new map's CA-8; the map on this page shows the district as currently drawn (119th Congress).

Source · All 2026 redistricting changes

2026 election

Garamendi has filed with the FEC to run for this seat in 2026. 5 candidates for the seat have reported receipts to the FEC.

5 candidates have reported raising money for the 2026 CA-8 race to the FEC.

Election Day: Tuesday, November 3, 2026

Candidates for CA-8 in 2026 who reported raising money to the FEC
Candidate	Party	Raised	Cash on hand	Through
John Garamendi (incumbent)	Democratic	$489,135	$1,196,018	Jun 30
Nicolas Carjuzaa	Democratic	$33,434	$4,843	Jun 30
Aaron B. Rowden	Democratic	$14,976	$251	Jun 30
Harinder Singh Lamba	Democratic	$14,403	$0	Apr 15
Rudy Recile	Republican	$8,576	$1,541	Jun 30