Zoe Lofgren — Democrat Candidate for U.S. House in California, 2026

Representative Zoe Lofgren supports comprehensive immigration reform, advocating for family unification and the protection of noncitizen veterans, as demonstrated by her reintroduction of the bipartisan Veteran Service Recognition Act. She co-reintroduced H.R. 4696, the Renewing Immigration Provisions of the Immigration Act of 1929, to update permanent residency cutoffs. She opposed H.R. 4760, the Securing America's Future Act, citing concerns it would slash legal immigration and harm the agricultural industry. Lofgren emphasizes the importance of secure borders alongside straightforward solutions for long-term residents.

“"When Donald Trump ran for president, he pledged to deport violent criminals. Instead, masked, heavily-armed agents, often refusing to identify themselves, are aggressively, sometimes violently, targeting day laborers, busboys, farmworkers, and some of the hardest-working people in this country. It's outrageous and deserves the condemnation of every Member of Congress. We need to control our borders, but we also need a straightforward reform solution for those who have resided peacefully for a long time in America," said Congresswoman Zoe Lofgren, a senior member of the House Judiciary Committee and a former immigration lawyer.”

Zoe Lofgren supported the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA) to expand access to quality, affordable health care, particularly for working Americans. She opposed Republican proposals to replace the ACA, citing concerns that these plans would increase costs for middle-class families, accelerate Medicare insolvency, and remove funding for Planned Parenthood. She also opposed a Senate deal that she believed failed to lower healthcare costs for Americans.

“"The deal passed by the Senate tonight fails millions of people," Rep. Lofgren said."Americans need their healthcare costs to be lowered now. Getting the "promise of a vote" to extend ACA tax credits a month from now is just not good enough, especially given the lack of trust Senate Republicans have earned. This is not the time for Democrats to cave and accept empty promises, and I'm certainly not done fighting for Californians' healthcare." (Zoe Lofgren, http://lofgren.house.gov/media/press-releases/lofgren-opposes-senate-deal-prolong-republicans-healthcare-crisis)”

Zoe Lofgren voted 'Nay' on H.R.4758 (Homeowner Energy Freedom Act) and H.R.4626 (Don’t Mess With My Home Appliances Act) in February 2026, and 'Yes' on House Roll Call Vote 169 for Corporate Climate Risk Disclosure Requirements. She advocates for environmental protection, clean energy, and American innovation to address climate change. Lofgren believes in balancing economic growth with environmental impacts, emphasizing data and prudence in development decisions.

““The Trump Administration's threat to dismantle the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) should disturb every American worried about the dangers of extreme weather." (Zoe Lofgren, http://lofgren.house.gov/issues/energy-and-environment)”

Zoe Lofgren is pro-choice and has a 100% rating from NARAL Pro-Choice America. She opposed the Pain-Capable Unborn Child Protection Act in 2013, stating it was "the wrong policy for the freedom of American women." Lofgren also opposed the Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act and the overturning of Roe v. Wade, pledging to maintain abortion access.

“Lofgren said, "Passage of the bill is wrong. It's the wrong policy for the freedom of American women." (Wikipedia, discussing the Pain-Capable Unborn Child Protection Act in 2013)”

Congresswoman Zoe Lofgren believes that starting a war requires the consent of Congress. She criticized Donald Trump for not justifying military action in Iran to Congress or the American people, nor outlining the duration or objectives. Lofgren supports H.Con.Res.38, a war powers resolution aimed at removing American forces from unauthorized hostilities in Iran.

“"Donald Trump and Pete Hegseth have both referred to this as a 'war' and one that may require 'boots on the ground'. Starting a war requires the consent of Congress," Rep. Lofgren said. "Donald Trump has not made any attempt to justify to the Congress or the American people why this act of war was necessary at this time, how long he expects this war to last, or what his objectives are."”

Zoe Lofgren identifies education as a key issue, advocating for federal resources for children's education. She is committed to providing necessary funding for elementary and secondary schools to ensure all children receive support. Additionally, Lofgren works to make college more affordable and accessible, emphasizing opportunities for students in math, science, and technology to foster innovation and reflect national diversity.

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