Ritesh Tandon
Ritesh Tandon
CA-17 primary: first place
$9.4K
JUN 6, 2026Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current roleTechnology executive
PartyRepublican
Political ideologyModerate Democrat
LocationCalifornia
BackgroundTechnology executive
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EducationSanta Clara University — M.S., Computer Engineering
Notable personal detailsRitesh Tandon is a Republican candidate for the U.S. House in California’s 17th Congressional District in the 2026 election cycle. He is a technology executive and entrepreneur associated with Kricel Corporation and has worked in the technology sector, including roles at Cisco and Jabra. He has also been involved with nonprofit leadership in the Bay Area and has run previously for CA-17 in 2020 and 2022.
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Positions
Economy & Taxes
Supports lower/targeted taxes and incentives to stimulate business and housing affordability, including reinstating SALT deductions and reducing property taxes; proposes linking corporate tax incentives to wage growth and offering incentives for domestic manufacturing. Emphasizes reducing regulation and promoting economic growth to revive local economies.
Healthcare
Supports Medicare coverage for every individual and prioritizes cost reductions through price and drug-price transparency, expanded insurance options, and increased healthcare supply. Opposes large unfunded spending proposals and emphasizes transparency and market reforms to lower costs.
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Immigration & Border
Supports stronger border infrastructure and enforcement (including construction of a border wall and entry/exit controls), favors employer verification (E-Verify), and opposes abolishing ICE while calling for streamlined legal immigration for skilled workers. Emphasizes enforcing immigration laws, denying public funds to entities not in compliance, and humane treatment of potential immigrants alongside stricter controls.
Abortion & Reproductive Rights
Public statements and questionnaire responses for Ritesh Tandon present conflicting positions on abortion: some profiles and his campaign listings indicate support for women’s choice and no government intervention, while questionnaire responses and voter guides show support for pro-life policies and opposition to removing most abortion restrictions. The available sources do not provide a single, consistent position on abortion access and restrictions.
Climate & Energy
Supports addressing climate change through technology and clean energy development, promoting solar and nuclear energy, energy conservation, and federal support for industrial research and innovation to produce cleaner fuels and efficient energy management.
Public Safety & Guns
Supports banning assault-style/assault rifles and requiring background checks; also supports holding firearms dealers and manufacturers accountable through civil suits. Emphasizes safe storage and restrictions on ownership for people with histories of violence.
Fundraising
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