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Aisha
Wahab

Aisha Wahab, Democrat and first Afghan-American elected to Congress, represents California's 14th District as incumbent in the 2026 general election.

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Background

Aisha Wahab is a Democratic politician representing California's 14th Congressional District. She won a special election on August 18, 2026, to succeed former Rep. Eric Swalwell, was sworn in on September 2, 2026, and is recognized as the first Afghan-American elected to the U.S. Congress. 71417

Before her congressional career, Wahab served on the Hayward City Council, where she was elected in 2018 and later served as Mayor Pro Tempore, and was elected to the California State Senate in 2022. 13

Wahab holds a B.A. in Political Science from San José State University, an MBA from CSU East Bay, and a doctorate in social work from the University of Southern California; she also attended Ohlone College. Prior to elected office, she worked as an IT consultant and community organizer, chaired the Alameda County Human Relations Commission, and served as a public health commissioner and nonprofit board member. 121

Wahab is the incumbent candidate in the November 3, 2026 general election for a full term representing CA-14, running under the ballot designation

At a glance

Party
Democratic · Incumbent
Running for
U.S. House · District 14, California
Election
Nov 3, 2026
Current office
U.S. Representative for California's 14th Congressional District
Website
aishawahab.com(opens in a new tab)

Where they stand

Each position links to the page it was drawn from. Quotes are verbatim.

Voting record

How Aisha Wahab voted in Congress: 119th Congress (2025–26), Sep 2, 2026 to Sep 16, 2026. From the official House and Senate roll call records.

roll call votes
22
missed
0.0%
with their party’s majority
95%

Recent key votes

  • Sep 16, 2026 · House · S2403 · Economy & jobs
    Retire through Ownership Act
    On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes
  • Sep 16, 2026 · House · HR9497 · Climate & energy
    Water Resources Development Act
    On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes
  • Sep 16, 2026 · House · HR9340 · Climate & energy
    Ratepayer Protection Act
    On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes
  • Sep 16, 2026 · House · HJRES213 · Climate & energy
    Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule issued by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to the “California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Commercial Harbor Craft Regulations; Notice of Decision”
    On Passage · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    No
  • Sep 16, 2026 · House · HR10326 · Crime & public safety
    PROOF Act
    On Passage · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    No
  • Sep 16, 2026 · House · HR9576 · Crime & public safety
    National Fraud Enforcement Division Act
    On Passage · Passed · against their party's majority
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    No
  • Sep 15, 2026 · House · HJRES210 · Climate & energy
    Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to “California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Ocean-Going Vessels At-Berth; Notice of Decision”
    On Passage · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    No
  • Sep 15, 2026 · House · HR9500 · Taxes & budget
    Tax Relief for Fraud Victims Act
    On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes

Key votes are final decisions on bills and joint resolutions, and top nominations. Software sorts each into an issue from its official title, so check the roll call. All 22 votes →

Timeline

  1. Oct 7
    news
    Wahab proposes federal bill to bar private-equity firms from buying housing

    At the debate, Wahab said she would introduce a federal bill barring private-equity firms from purchasing housing, and called for more renter assistance and first-time-homebuyer funding. She also cited tariffs as increasing construction and home-supply costs.

    Election 2026: Wahab and Hernandez clash over quote about ‘communications with the Taliban’ · Oct 7, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  2. Oct 7
    debate
    Wahab and Hernandez debate in Dublin, clash over Taliban remark, housing and healthcare

    Wahab and Hernandez faced off at a Dublin Chamber of Commerce debate. Topics included housing, healthcare, immigration, public safety, campaign spending, and AI data centers. Hernandez accused Wahab of having 'communications with the Taliban,' referencing an August Democracy Now! interview in which Wahab advocated diplomacy with Afghanistan's leaders regardless of which group held power. Wahab called Hernandez's remarks 'fear-mongering' and 'hate speech.'

    Election 2026: Wahab and Hernandez clash over quote about ‘communications with the Taliban’ · Oct 7, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  3. Oct 7
    news
    Wahab says she co-sponsored Medicare for All Act (H.R. 3069) in her first month in Congress

    At the Dublin debate, Wahab advocated universal healthcare and stated she had co-sponsored the Medicare for All Act, H.R. 3069, during her first month in Congress.

    Election 2026: Wahab and Hernandez clash over quote about ‘communications with the Taliban’ · Oct 7, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  4. Oct 5
    news
    Mail-in voting begins for the November 3 election in CA-14

    Mail-in voting for the November 3 general election, in which Wahab faces Hernandez again for the full term, began on October 5.

    Election 2026: Wahab and Hernandez clash over quote about ‘communications with the Taliban’ · Oct 7, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  5. Oct 4
    endorsement
    Sen. Bernie Sanders and Rep. Pramila Jayapal campaign with Wahab in Livermore

    Senator Bernie Sanders and Representative Pramila Jayapal joined Wahab at a campaign event in Livermore on October 4, as reported by the East Bay Times.

    Election 2026: Wahab and Hernandez clash over quote about ‘communications with the Taliban’ · Oct 7, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  6. Oct 1
    endorsement
    California Federation of Labor affiliates endorsed Wahab for CA-14

    A California Federation of Labor-affiliated voter guide listed Wahab as endorsed for the November 3 general election by at least October 1.

    November Election Ballots Drop Next Week. Pledge to Vote for CFA-Endorsed Props and Candidates · Oct 1, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  7. Sep 2
    news
    Wahab sworn in as U.S. Representative for CA-14

    Following her special election victory, Wahab was sworn in to serve as the U.S. Representative for California's 14th Congressional District on September 2.

    Election 2026: Wahab and Hernandez clash over quote about ‘communications with the Taliban’ · Oct 7, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  8. Aug 27
    filing
    Wahab certified for the November general-election ballot

    California's certified candidate list included Wahab as a Democrat with the ballot designation 'State Senator,' alongside Hernandez, for the November 3 general election.

    Aisha Wahab (D) — U.S. Representative, CA-14 | 2026 profile · Sep 24, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  9. Aug 18
    news
    Wahab wins special election against Hernandez, 53%–47%, for CA-14

    Aisha Wahab defeated Melissa Hernandez in the August 18 special election for California's 14th Congressional District with 53% of the vote to Hernandez's 47%.

    Election 2026: Wahab and Hernandez clash over quote about ‘communications with the Taliban’ · Oct 7, 2026 (opens in a new tab)

Endorsements

  • CAIR Action PAC organization
    Listed on campaign endorsement page. No date given. aishawahab.com
  • Gavin Newsom official
    California Governor; listed on campaign endorsement page. No date given. aishawahab.com
  • Maxwell Frost official
    Congressmember; listed on campaign endorsement page. No date given. aishawahab.com
  • California Labor Federation union
    Listed on campaign endorsement page. No date given. aishawahab.com
  • Congressional Progressive Caucus organization
    Listed on campaign endorsement page. No date given. aishawahab.com
  • National Association of Social Workers organization
    Listed on campaign endorsement page. No date given. aishawahab.com
  • The Independent newspaper
    Listed on campaign endorsement page without a date or further detail. aishawahab.com
  • Alex Padilla official
    U.S. Senator; listed on campaign endorsement page. No date given. aishawahab.com
  • Greg Casar official
    Congressmember; listed on campaign endorsement page. No date given. aishawahab.com
  • Service Employees International Union (SEIU) union
    Listed on campaign endorsement page. No date given. aishawahab.com
  • Association of Flight Attendants-CWA union
    Listed on campaign endorsement page. No date given. aishawahab.com
  • Eleni Kounalakis official
    California Lieutenant Governor; listed on campaign endorsement page. No date given. aishawahab.com
  • Robert Garcia official
    Congressmember; listed on campaign endorsement page. No date given. aishawahab.com
  • Teamsters union
    Listed on campaign endorsement page. No date given. aishawahab.com
  • Our Revolution organization
    National and East Bay chapters listed on campaign endorsement page. No date given. aishawahab.com
  • Alliance for Retired Americans organization
    Listed on campaign endorsement page. No date given. aishawahab.com
  • Ro Khanna official
    Congressmember; listed on campaign endorsement page. No date given. aishawahab.com
  • Monique Limón official
    California Senate President Pro Tempore; listed on campaign endorsement page. No date given. aishawahab.com
  • United Farm Workers union
    Listed on campaign endorsement page. No date given. aishawahab.com
  • Indivisible East Bay organization
    Listed on campaign endorsement page; also noted in Indivisible national announcement as having endorsed Wahab. aishawahab.com
  • National Women's Political Caucus organization
    Listed on campaign endorsement page. No date given. aishawahab.com
  • Ted Lieu official
    Congressmember; listed on campaign endorsement page. No date given. aishawahab.com
  • Bob Wieckowski official
    Former state senator; listed on campaign endorsement page. No date given. aishawahab.com
  • Laborers' International Union of North America union
    Listed on campaign endorsement page. No date given. aishawahab.com
  • Indivisible Tri-Valley organization
    Listed on campaign endorsement page; also noted in Indivisible national announcement as having endorsed Wahab. aishawahab.com
  • Feminist Majority Foundation organization
    Listed on campaign endorsement page. No date given. aishawahab.com
  • Lateefah Simon official
    Congressmember; listed on campaign endorsement page. No date given. aishawahab.com
  • Dolores Huerta other
    Labor leader; listed on campaign endorsement page. No date given. aishawahab.com
  • Operating Engineers Local 3 union
    Listed on campaign endorsement page. No date given. aishawahab.com
  • Sierra Club organization
    Listed on campaign endorsement page. No date given. aishawahab.com
  • Courage California organization
    Listed on campaign endorsement page. No date given. aishawahab.com
  • Bernie Sanders official
    U.S. Senator; listed on campaign endorsement page. No date given. aishawahab.com
  • Pramila Jayapal official
    Congressmember; listed on campaign endorsement page. No date given. aishawahab.com
  • California Democratic Party organization
    Listed on campaign endorsement page; also referenced in news coverage. No date specified in sources. aishawahab.com
  • Nor Cal Carpenters Union union
    Listed on campaign endorsement page. No date given. aishawahab.com
  • Equality California organization
    Listed on campaign endorsement page. No date given. aishawahab.com
  • Hindu for Human Rights Action PAC organization
    Listed on campaign endorsement page. No date given. aishawahab.com
  • Adam Schiff official
    U.S. Senator; listed on campaign endorsement page. No date given. aishawahab.com
  • Kevin Mullin official
    Congressmember; listed on campaign endorsement page. No date given. aishawahab.com
  • Alameda County Democratic Party organization
    Listed on campaign endorsement page. No date given. aishawahab.com
  • Sheet Metal Local 104 union
    Listed on campaign endorsement page. No date given. aishawahab.com
  • Planned Parenthood Action Fund organization
    Listed on campaign endorsement page. No date given. aishawahab.com
  • American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) union
    AFGE endorsed Wahab among five California House candidates. afge.org · Sep 22, 2026
  • Indivisible organization
    Indivisible announced its endorsement; Indivisible Tri-Valley and Indivisible East Bay had endorsed Wahab and recommended her for national endorsement. indivisible.org · Jul 30, 2026
  • San Francisco Chronicle newspaper
    Chronicle endorsement editorial; date from election reference page. Campaign page lists Chronicle without a date. en.wikipedia.org · May 23, 2026
  • The Mercury News and East Bay Times newspaper
    Joint editorial boards endorsed Wahab for the congressional seat. mercurynews.com · May 7, 2026
  • National Nurses United union
    Announced endorsement of Wahab for California's 14th District. nationalnursesunited.org · Feb 20, 2026

Campaign finance

Totals filed with the Federal Election Commission for the 2026 election cycle.

Raised
$874K
Spent
$641K
Cash on hand
$233K

As of Sep 7, 2026. Filings are periodic, so recent money may not be included yet. ↳ FEC record H0CA15213(opens in a new tab)

Sources 13

  1. [1] Endorsements — Dr. Aisha Wahab for Congress(opens in a new tab) Oct 9, 2026
  2. [2] Rep. Wahab, candidate Hernandez attend debate for 14th ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 8, 2026
  3. [3] Election 2026: Wahab and Hernandez clash over quote about ‘communications with the Taliban’(opens in a new tab) Oct 7, 2026
  4. [4] Services — Dr. Aisha Wahab for Congress(opens in a new tab) Oct 6, 2026
  5. [5] Services — Dr. Aisha Wahab for Congress(opens in a new tab) Oct 3, 2026
  6. [6] November Election Ballots Drop Next Week. Pledge to Vote for CFA-Endorsed Props and Candidates(opens in a new tab) Oct 1, 2026
  7. [7] Aisha Wahab (D) — U.S. Representative, CA-14 | 2026 profile(opens in a new tab) Sep 24, 2026
  8. [8] Largest Federal Employee Union Endorses 5 California ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 22, 2026
  9. [9] New Page — Dr. Aisha Wahab for Congress(opens in a new tab) Sep 22, 2026
  10. [10] Indivisible Endorses Aisha Wahab in California's 14th ...(opens in a new tab) Jul 30, 2026
  11. [11] Elect Aisha Wahab to replace ex-Rep. Eric Swalwell in ...(opens in a new tab) May 7, 2026
  12. [12] 2026 California's 14th congressional district special election(opens in a new tab) Apr 13, 2026
  13. [13] National Nurses United endorses Dr. Aisha Wahab for ...(opens in a new tab) Feb 20, 2026
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