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California · California's 36th District · Updated Oct 16, 2026

Houston Brignano

RepublicanTop two

Technology executive

2026 race · California's 36th District

<1% chance of winning · race rated Solid D

>99%<1%

<1% chance of winning · race rated Solid D

>99%<1%
● Ted LieuINC● Houston Brignano
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Background

Experience
No elected office

Links: FEC filings · Candidate list (source)

Fundraising

Raised
$11.6K
Spent
$9.9K
Cash on hand
$912

Money: FEC, through Sep 30, 2026.

Opponents in 2026