Congressman Gray says he would not vote to support Iran War, discusses reelection

Gray faces new challengers in redrawn CA-13 district after narrow 2024 victory

Mar. 13, 2026 at 2:04am

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Incumbent Congressman Adam Gray announced he is running for reelection in California's 13th Congressional District, which is expected to be a competitive race. Gray discussed his bipartisan record, opposition to the Iran war, and efforts to address affordability and healthcare issues in the Central Valley.

Why it matters

The CA-13 race is seen as a key battleground, with Gray narrowly winning in 2024 against a Republican challenger. The newly redrawn district remains competitive, making Gray's reelection bid an important test of the political landscape in the Central Valley.

The details

Gray touted his bipartisan record, including co-sponsoring the SPEED Act to reduce red tape, and being one of few Democrats to vote with Republicans to end a government shutdown. However, he also critiqued some Trump-era policies like tariffs that he believes have hurt consumers. Gray said he would not vote to support a war with Iran, citing the need for clear objectives and a plan. He also defended his record on addressing affordability and healthcare issues in the district.

  • Congressman Gray announced his reelection bid on Thursday, March 13, 2026.
  • The primary election in California's 13th Congressional District is scheduled for June 2, 2026.

The players

Congressman Adam Gray

The incumbent Democratic Congressman representing California's 13th Congressional District, who is running for reelection in 2026.

Kevin Lincoln

A former Republican mayor of Stockton who is running against Gray in the 2026 CA-13 race.

Daniel Garibay Rodriguez

A progressive Democratic challenger running against Gray in the 2026 CA-13 race.

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What they’re saying

“We deserve a Congress that works as hard as we do.”

— Congressman Adam Gray (yourcentralvalley.com)

“As a Marine Veteran, I was taught when the mission is clear, you step up and lead. Central Valley families are struggling and need a strong voice in Congress who will stand up to the establishment and focus on the issues that matter most to our communities: rising costs, public safety, and expanding economic opportunity.”

— Kevin Lincoln, Former Stockton Mayor (yourcentralvalley.com)

What’s next

The primary election in California's 13th Congressional District is scheduled for June 2, 2026, with the top two vote-getters advancing to the November general election.

The takeaway

Congressman Gray's reelection bid in the competitive CA-13 district will be a key test of the political landscape in the Central Valley, with the incumbent touting his bipartisan record while facing new challengers from both the Republican and progressive Democratic sides.