Federal
U.S. Representative, 20th Congressional District
- Vote for
- 1
- Term
- 2 years
- Candidates
- 2
- Election
- Nov 3, 2026
What this office does: A member of the U.S. House of Representatives votes on federal laws, taxes and spending on behalf of the district.
Part of Bexar County (about 38% of its residents: part of San Antonio, Leon Valley, Kirby and part of Converse).
Public safety
Edgardo Rafael BaezRepublican
- Supports more law enforcement support and border security.
- Supports Second Amendment gun rights.
- Opposes benefits for immigrants in the country illegally.
Joaquin CastroDemocratic
- Led a call to close the Dilley immigrant detention center.In office
- Supports cities ending 287(g) agreements with ICE.In office
Education
Edgardo Rafael BaezRepublican
- Supports school accountability and more parent involvement.
Joaquin CastroDemocratic
- Reintroduced a bill expanding advanced coursework for underrepresented students.In office
Housing
Edgardo Rafael BaezRepublican
- Supports affordable housing initiatives.
Joaquin CastroDemocratic
No documented position found.
Environment & parks
Edgardo Rafael BaezRepublican
No documented position found.
Joaquin CastroDemocratic
- Opposes federal action jeopardizing Big Bend without answers.In office
Health & human services
Edgardo Rafael BaezRepublican
- Supports patient empowerment and health freedom policies.
Joaquin CastroDemocratic
No documented position found.
Government & transparency
Edgardo Rafael BaezRepublican
No documented position found.
Joaquin CastroDemocratic
- Supports subpoenaing administration records on Venezuela's oil fund.In office
Challengers are listed first and incumbents last; otherwise candidates appear in ballot order. The Gist does not rank, rate or endorse candidates. Only positions backed by a cited source are shown; 6 issues covered in this race.