Ben Dewell
CA-20 primary: first place
$603.05
JUN 6, 2026Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current roleMeteorologist
PartyIndependent
Political ideologyModerate Democrat
LocationCalifornia
BackgroundMeteorologist
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EducationCalifornia State University, Fresno — B.A./B.S. in Biology
Notable personal detailsBen Dewell is an Independent (No Party Preference) candidate for the U.S. House in California’s 20th Congressional District. He has served as a Director of the Stallion Springs Community Services District and as a Director on the Variance Hearing Board of the Eastern Kern Air Pollution Control District. Dewell has a background in meteorology and science, including graduate study in atmospheric science, and has also worked as a fine art photographer and in related creative work.
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Positions
Economy & Taxes
Supports simplifying income tax filing for low- and middle‑income earners and increasing tax responsibility for corporations by requiring them to pay taxes akin to individuals; highlights large economic disparities and the need for more equitable treatment of workers.
Healthcare
The candidate emphasizes protecting Social Security and expresses a pro-choice position on abortion as a women’s health issue; the campaign site lists “Affordable Health Care” as a policy topic but does not provide a detailed, specific federal healthcare plan on the positions page. Public materials reference support for government-backed social programs for seniors and reproductive-health access but do not clearly state positions on the ACA, Medicare expansion, a public option, or privatization.
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Immigration & Border
Supports stronger border security and restrictions on asylum and sanctuary policies, including requiring non-adjudicated asylum seekers to report to immigration authorities with permanent deportation for noncompliance and denying public funds to entities that do not comply with immigration laws.
Abortion & Reproductive Rights
Supports a woman’s right to choose and frames abortion as a women’s health issue; favors keeping abortion legal through viability to keep procedures as safe as possible for the mother and opposes subjecting access to political decisions.
Climate & Energy
Supports a concerted transition to non‑fossil fuels and expansion of renewable energy (solar and wind); endorses green energy solutions such as desalination to address drought and climate impacts.
Public Safety & Guns
Supports expanded gun regulation including gun registration and universal/background checks, and endorses holding parents legally accountable for minors' access to firearms. Holds a pro–gun-safety stance and has received recognition from a gun-violence-prevention group.
Fundraising
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