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Eric Troutman

No party listedFirst-time candidate

Attorney at law

Eric Troutman is a No party preference candidate for U.S. House California District 47 in the 2026 election. This is their first run for office.

From the candidate’s public filings

Background

Eric Troutman earned a high school diploma from Victor Valley High School, a bachelor's degree from the University of California, Berkeley in 1999, and a law degree from the University of California, Los Angeles in 2003. His career experience includes working as an attorney at law. As of 2025, Troutman was affiliated with Responsible Enterprises Against Consumer Harassment.[1]

Law:
University of California, Los Angeles, 2003
Bachelor's:
University of California, Berkeley, 1999
High school:
Victor Valley High School

Campaign money

Raised
$273K
From individuals
$98K
From PACs & party
$0
Own money
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FEC filings through June 30, 2026.

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In their own words

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Everybody else talks. Troutman wins.

Eric J. Troutman is one of the best known and most powerful attorneys in the nation.

His track record is about WINS and SUCCESS.

His law firm is amazing.

His employees love him.

His clients praise him.

The legal world calls him "The Czar" for his dominance.

He does it all.

He founded legendary Irvine-based marketing law firm Troutman Amin, LLP and built one of the most powerful law firms in the country.

His career spent handling multi-billion dollar complex litigation and solving some of the biggest legal challenges in the nation.

But he also helps the little guy. He protects small businesses. Fights government overreach.

This guy is special.

And we need that because we have to be tough against Washington right now.

They're pushing California around. They're laughing at the people here.

If you're strong you can still get good deals. But you have to be smart and very tough.

Only Troutman is that smart and tough. Only Troutman is that strong.

He never speaks off a teleprompter. No one writes his speeches. His words are true and honest and from the heart.

Visit his YouTube channel (@TroutmanForAmerica) and see for yourself.

He has nothing to hide. He's a winner. And he loves America and the people here.

He will represent you fairly. Speak honestly. And deliver great DEALS and great WINS as the most powerful and best experienced negotiator in Congress.

Trust Troutman.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

Stop robocalls.Protect small business.Get good deals out of Washington for the people.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Troutman can get GREAT deals done.

He's very tough and strong. Washington will respect him. Trump will want to make deals with him.

Troutman will be extremely powerful in Congress. He knows how to negotiate and apply leverage for huge wins. He will make sure District 47 is treated very well-- maybe better than other places in California.

He has strength. Honor. Integrity. Success. Many wins.

Everybody else is talk. No track record. No success. Very weak.

Also, we need to stop robocalls. They are out of control. Only Troutman can stop them.

Troutman is one of the nation's top telecom lawyers. He knows what the bad guys do. He knows how to stop them. He has a plan-- and it will work!

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Strength. Integrity. Honesty. Intelligence.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

Representing the people and making great deals for them. Winning for them.

What legacy would you like to leave?

We need the best of the best in government.

Right now we don't have that.

By entering politics Troutman will help other WINNERS to enter the government to help the people.

The best of the best will follow him.

They will enter politics and help build a new golden age.

The weaklings and the puppets will get out.

And only the best of the best will represent the people.

That will be Troutman's legacy.

What qualities does the U.S. House of Representatives possess that makes it unique as an institution?

The representative owes the MOST LOYALTY because it is the most responsive to the needs of the people in a specific geographic region.

Troutman is very loyal. He will take very good care of the people here. He will make great deals for the people here.

He will make sure Irvine, Tustin, Costa Mesa, Huntington Beach and Newport Beach are treated like KINGS by Washington.

He will be very loyal and honorable and thoughtful of the people here.

Do you believe that it's beneficial for representatives to have previous experience in government or politics?

Its is beneficial for representatives to know how to make good deals and win for the people.

They need to know how to take care of small business and fight back against government overreach.

They should know how to write good laws for the people that are easy to understand and easy to follow.

Troutman knows how to make great deals and win. He knows how to protect small businesses and stop government overreach. And he will make good laws that help the people.

What do you perceive to be the United States' greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade?

Healing the divisions created by the political parties and installing QUALIFIED candidates into office who will actually represent the people.

Do you believe that two years is the right term length for representatives?

The right terms is what the people and the constitution decide.

What are your thoughts on term limits?

All politicians should be limited to two terms in office. No exceptions.

Is there a particular representative, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?

Troutman is the strongest representative. There is no one else like him because of his career as a complex litigator handling billion dollar cases. He will represent the people with great strength and wisdom and make great deals for them.

Many others will model themselves after Troutman. A free thinker. Very strong. And not a puppet.

He will be a role model for many strong leaders to enter politics and follow his example.

Both sitting representatives and candidates for office hear many personal stories from the residents of their district. Is there a story that you’ve heard that you found particularly touching, memorable, or impactful?

Troutman isn't one for stories. He's one for results.

He will win for the people and not get bogged down by stories or anecdotes.

They waste time. Distract.

The big picture is what matters.

Troutman is always looking at the horizon. Looking at the future.

He's hungry.

Looking for the next win. Not for some story.

Do you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking?

"Compromise" is for people that don't know how to win.

Winners never compromise. They create leverage to get the deal done on their terms.

Troutman puts together deals to solve multi-billion dollar problems. He knows how to use leverage. He knows how to negotiate from a position of strength.

Nobody else has his experience. Not even close.

Troutman will be one of the most powerful negotiators in D.C. He will get great deals done for the people in this District.

Everybody else will be forced to "compromise" because they don't know how to win.

The Constitution says that all bills for raising revenue must originate in the House. What role would this power play in your priorities if elected?

Troutman will deliver great deals.

He will use the power to negotiate for the people.

Only when the people of his district have a great WIN in hand will he allow for raising revenue.

How should the U.S. House use its investigative powers?

Investigative powers are another tool to get great deals.

Use the power to deliver wins for the people.

Very few people understand this.

Troutman does and will deliver.

What role should the United States government have in the development or use of artificial intelligence?

This is not a decision for Troutman to make. It is a decision for the people.

Whatever the people of District 47 want, Troutman will deliver.

If they want the government involved-- Troutman will make it so.

If they want the government out-- Troutman will execute.

He knows how to get the deal done.

What legislation would you enact related to election administration in the United States?

The people must be free. The elections must be fair.

Let the people hear the truth and make their decisions accordingly.

Let the votes be counted fairly.

And the wisdom of the people will shine through.

On the 2026 ballot

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Compiled from the candidate’s published profile as of September 30, 2026 and FEC filings.

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