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U.S. House · CA-20 · Democratic candidate · 2026

Sandra Van Scotter

Democratic candidate for California's 20th Congressional District

A Kern County respiratory therapist and disability-services worker campaigning for universal healthcare, restored Medicaid and humane immigration reform.

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DistrictCA-20
OfficeCongress
ElectionNov. 3, 2026

Policy priorities

Where Sandra stands.

Campaign position

Guarantee Medicare coverage for everyone

  • She supports Medicare for All and a constitutional amendment establishing access to Medicare as a right

Campaign position

Reverse federal Medicaid funding cuts

  • She calls for reversing the Medicaid cuts in H.R. 1 to protect care for patients and families dependent on the program

Campaign position

Offer earned legal status to immigrant workers

  • She supports earned legal status for undocumented workers, combining border security with dignity and a workable immigration system

Campaign position

Help veterans navigate federal benefits

  • She proposes dedicated town halls for veterans and military families and direct office help navigating benefits and services

Campaign position

Provide accessible constituent service across the district

  • She promises regular town halls throughout the district and an office that answers constituents' calls and responds personally

Record and background

Record & experience.

  1. June 2026

    Accomplishment

    General-election candidate

    Finished second in the primary with 48,611 votes, advancing to the November election.

  • Experience

    Respiratory therapist

    Worked in inpatient respiratory therapy and outpatient cardiology.

  • Experience

    Direct support worker

    Helped disabled adults navigate care and services.

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