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Democrat
Hector De La Torre

Overview

Current roleFormer State Representative

PartyDemocratic

Political ideologyProgressive Democrat

GenderMale

LocationCalifornia

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BackgroundWorkforce development director

Notable personal detailsHector De La Torre is a Democratic candidate for the U.S. House in California’s 41st Congressional District in 2026. He previously served on the South Gate City Council and as mayor, and later represented the 50th District in the California State Assembly (2004–2010). His public-service work has included roles connected to workforce development, state policy, and regional boards.

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Positions

LiberalConservative

Healthcare

Supports expanding access to affordable healthcare through laws that increase coverage, expand preventive and maternity services, and protect patients from insurance rescissions; has sponsored and authored state health bills aimed at broader coverage and patient protections.

Climate & Energy

Supports climate action, air quality improvements, and environmental justice through service on the California Air Resources Board and advocacy for clean energy and emissions reductions. Has participated in regulatory policymaking on greenhouse gas limits and carbon offset standards while emphasizing community health and transition concerns. No evidence found of support for Green New Deal–level proposals or explicit calls to phase out fossil fuels immediately.

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Public Safety & Guns

Supports gun control measures and has campaigned in alignment with pro-gun-control positions while also receiving endorsements from law-enforcement groups. Positions emphasize regulation alongside support for public safety and policing.

Fundraising

Latest report: Cycle 2026
Total raisedCash on hand
$555.0K
$416.3K
$277.5K
$138.8K
$0

2026

Latest
Year
Total raised
Cash on hand
Total spent
Burn rate

Cycle 2026

$555.0K
$155.2K
$399.8K
$23.5K

Source: FEC

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