Immigration
Opposes open borders and supports stronger border enforcement.
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THE 2026 CANDIDATE FILE
Mike Cargile
Candidate for U.S. House · California · District 35
THE PERSON
Background
Mike Cargile has worked in writing, film production, editing and marketing. His campaign biography describes prior service as an Army quartermaster officer and community work in San Bernardino County.
Roots
- Career: Writer, director, producer, editor and marketing director
- Military: Former Army quartermaster officer
- Community service: Co-founder, San Bernardino County Patriots
Background sources checked October 28, 2026.
THE POLICIES
Where they stand
Campaign promises are labeled separately from past actions. These are sourced positions, not endorsements or predictions. No stance is assigned from party affiliation.
Abortion
Opposes abortion while supporting exceptions for rape, incest and the pregnant patient's life.
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Opposes firearm restrictions, registration and regulation as infringements of the Second Amendment.
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Supports government photo ID, paper ballots counted by hand on Election Day, citizen-only voting and a federal Election Day holiday.
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Supports nationwide adult cannabis legalization with regulation comparable to alcohol and restrictions on impaired driving.
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Supports qualified immunity for police officers.
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Supports parental access to school information and opposes DEI and critical race theory in schools.
Source checked October 28, 2026 · Publication date shown in the linked source when available.THE ELECTION
Ballot & sources
U.S. House · District 35 · November 3, 2026
Candidate listing checked October 21, 2026.
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