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U.S. House · LA-06 · Democratic candidate · 2026

Rubia Garcia

Democratic candidate in Louisiana's District 6 open primary

Former New Orleans social studies teacher and law school graduate focused on affordable housing, flood protection, civil rights and workforce training.

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DistrictLA-06
OfficeCongress
ElectionNov. 3, 2026

Policy priorities

Where Rubia stands.

Campaign position

Lower household and prescription costs

  • Supports lower prescription costs, higher wages, expanded housing and childcare, and protections for Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid

Campaign position

Improve roads and flood protection

  • Would seek federal investment in I-10 and I-12, bridges, drainage, water and sewer systems and affordable flood insurance

Campaign position

Expand apprenticeships and teacher support

  • Supports apprenticeships, technical training, early education and teachers while developing skilled jobs in major Louisiana industries

Campaign position

Protect clean air and water

  • Supports clean air and water protections as part of her plan for healthier Louisiana communities

Campaign position

Support responsible energy and rural investment

  • Supports responsible energy development, property rights, rural investment, affordable broadband and better access to medical care

Campaign position

Protect constitutional and civil rights

  • Supports constitutional policing, voting rights, civil rights and due process while combating violent crime, trafficking and fentanyl

Record and background

Record & experience.

  1. 2024

    Accomplishment

    Earned public interest fellowship

    Selected as a Justice John Paul Stevens Public Interest Fellow by the foundation while studying at Southern University Law Center.

  2. 2011–2018

    Experience

    Algiers social studies teacher

    Taught social studies at Algiers Charter Schools Association in New Orleans.

  3. 2018–2020

    Experience

    Military academy teacher

    Taught at the New Orleans Military and Maritime Academy after her Algiers teaching role.

  4. 2003–2010

    Experience

    Military recreation specialist

    Worked in the Department of Defense’s Morale, Welfare and Recreation program, including Single Sailor and Single Marine programs.

  5. May 2025

    Accomplishment

    Earned a law degree

    Completed her Juris Doctor at Southern University Law Center.

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