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Stances are inferred from campaign site text and recent news only — no official voting record is available for this candidate.
Party Affiliation and General Orientation
Varet runs as a Democrat aiming to flip the Republican-held CA-40 seat.
She was described as 'the Strongest Democrat to Flip CA-40' and challenged incumbent Republican Ken Calvert in the 2026 cycle.
Reproductive Rights
As a Democratic candidate, she likely supports abortion access and reproductive rights.
Reproductive rights are a central Democratic platform issue, though no specific verified statement from her campaign is available in the grounding data.
Healthcare
Presumed support for expanding healthcare access consistent with Democratic priorities.
No specific verified policy statement is available; positioning inferred from her Democratic candidacy in a competitive district.
Campaign Finance and Fundraising
Ran a well-funded, competitive campaign with significant cash on hand.
She reported $1.15 million cash on hand at the close of Q1, cementing her as a leading Democratic fundraiser in the race.
Arts and Culture
Background as an art dealer suggests support for arts and cultural funding.
She is described as a California art dealer, and her professional background may inform positions favorable to cultural sector support.
Electoral Outcome
Did not advance to or win the general election against Ken Calvert.
Reporting indicates she fell short in her House bid, with incumbent Calvert advancing from the top-two primary.
Total Raised
$2.9M
Total Spent
$2.7M
Cash on Hand
$254.7K
Top Donor PACs
Independent Expenditures
Supporting
$1.1M
Outside groups (e.g. Super PACs) spending to support or oppose this candidate (FEC Schedule E) — not a contribution to the campaign.