Wendy Huang
Republican candidate for U.S. House in California
$159.0K
AUG 19, 2026
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Wendy Huang is trading at 1% to win the CA-14 special election winner on prediction markets.
Candidate Overview
Key details about the candidate’s background, party, office sought and current campaign.
Current roleTechnology executive (retired)
PartyRepublican
Political ideologyConservative Republican
GenderFemale
LocationCalifornia
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BackgroundTechnology executive (retired)
EducationUniversity of California, Davis — Bachelor's degree (1992–1994)
Notable personal detailsWendy Fiona Huang is a Republican candidate for the U.S. House in California’s 14th Congressional District in the 2026 election cycle. She has described herself as a retired Silicon Valley technology executive and has also been described in local media as a real estate investor. She attended the University of California, Davis and has been involved in local Republican Party activities in Alameda County.
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Political Positions
Economy & Taxes
Supports lowering taxes and fees, cutting regulations that drive up housing costs, and reducing government spending perceived as inflationary while prioritizing policies to boost domestic industry and affordable energy. Emphasizes returning to pro-growth, market-oriented solutions to improve affordability and family budgets.
Healthcare
Opposes vaccine mandates and emphasizes "medical freedom," and prioritizes local mental health and addiction treatment while focusing on lowering costs generally. Positions emphasize limiting government mandates rather than expanding public healthcare programs.
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Abortion & Reproductive Rights
Opposes abortion and advocates for ending or severely restricting access; has stated support for making abortion "unthinkable" and participates in pro-life organizations and events.
Climate & Energy
Supports prioritizing reliable, affordable energy and emphasizes cutting regulations and fees to lower costs and boost domestic industry. Focuses on energy affordability and reliability as part of broader economic and jobs goals rather than aggressive emissions targets or phasing out fossil fuels.
Latest News
Wendy Huang is in the news because she is one of the candidates in California’s 14th Congressional District special election to fill the remainder of Eric Swalwell’s term. Voting is underway, and if no one wins a majority, the top two candidates will move on to an August 18 runoff. The race is crowded, with 11 candidates on the ballot, and the district is also holding a separate contest for the full term.
Gov. Gavin Newsom calls special election to fill Eric Swalwell’s seat
Alameda Co.: 1 Of 4 Possible Elections To Replace Eric Swalwell In Congress Set For Tuesday
Special election for former US Rep. Eric Swalwell's seat draws a crowded field in California
Polls open today for special election to replace Swalwell
Endorsements
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Latest report: Cycle 2026Campaign finance totals from the latest available reporting period.
2026
LatestCycle 2026
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