Veterans, firefighters, sheriffs, doctors, journalists and a Grammy-winning musician make up the second list “Rojo a Azul” (“Red to Blue”, in English) with which Democrats seek to gain positions over Republicans in Congress in the November election.
This is an expansion of the list presented in February by the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC).
“The DCCC announced eight new top-tier candidates added to its highly competitive ‘Red to Blue’ program […] for the 2026 election cycle,” the DCCC said. “This latest group of candidates will receive strategic guidance, staffing resources, training and fundraising support to ensure they are in the best possible position to win in November.”
The list included singer Bobby Pulido, who is competing for District 15 of Texas and faces Republican Mónica de la Cruz.
“As the American people reject the disastrous high-priced agenda of House Republicans, House Democrats have the momentum to regain the majority,” said the DCCC president. Suzan DelBene. “These latest additions to our Red to Blue program represent the strength of our people-centered message and the broad appeal of our top-tier candidates.”
The Democrats’ campaign focuses on the economy in the US, something that the candidates on the list will continue to focus on.
In addition to Pulido, the list includes Marlene Galan-Woods (Arizona-01), who was a journalist and is a single mother of five children.
“As a first-generation Cuban-American, Marlene’s parents fled communist Cuba in search of a better life,” it stands out.
There is also the Dr. Jasmeet Bains (California-22), who would compete against Republican David Valadao.
“[Bains es] The daughter of first-generation immigrants, she has served Central Valley families in her hometown clinic, on the front lines of the California wildfires, and in emergency hospitals,” it states.
Jessica Killin (Colorado-05) is a US Army veteran who is the daughter of public school educators.
“Jessica was raised in Colorado Springs and grew up understanding the value of public service,” it states. “After earning an ROTC scholarship, Jessica served as a captain and paratrooper in the US Army.”
Joe Baldacci (Maine-02) is a Bangor native, attorney and state senator.
“Joe grew up with his seven siblings behind the counter of his family’s restaurant, Momma Baldacci’s, where he learned early that hard work pays off and that tough times require strong communities that look out for each other,” his profile says.
Bob Harvie (Pennsylvania-01) is a resident of Bucks County; He is a proud union member and educator.
“A twice-elected Bucks County Commissioner who has never lost an election, Bob has presented balanced budgets and a bipartisan voting record of over 90% because his priority is improving the lives of the people he was elected to serve,” it is presumed.
Bob Brooks (Pennsylvania-07) is a firefighter with 20 years of experience.
“He still proudly serves as president of the Pennsylvania Professional Firefighters Association, where he fights for higher wages and better health care for his union,” his profile says.
About Bobby Pulido It stands out that he has worked to “give a voice to the community.”
“Bobby answers the call to serve and bring South Texas values to Congress. Monica De La Cruz has abandoned South Texas, dealing devastating blows to working families,” the profile states.
Johnny Garcia (Texas-35) is a native of San Antonio and has worked in construction, in addition to achieving a career as a local deputy sheriff for Bexar County.
“Johnny has dedicated his life to investing in his community, building a career based on transparency and service,” his profile says.
