General: November 3, 2026 · Primary: June 2, 2026
The incumbent U.S. Representative, Jay Obernolte is a video game developer and business owner with engineering and AI expertise. He emphasizes eliminating wasteful government spending, bringing innovation to government functions, protecting local control, and reforming regulations for economic growth.
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Alexis Claiborne ran for U.S. House California District 23 in 2026. This is their first run for office.
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Bruno Amato ran for U.S. House California District 23 in 2026. This is their first run for office.
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David Jones ran for U.S. House California District 23 in 2026. This is their first run for office.
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Edwin Alonzo ran for U.S. House California District 23 in 2026. This is their first run for office.
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Louis Gill ran for U.S. House California District 23 in 2026. This is their first run for office.
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Matthew Favro ran for U.S. House California District 23 in 2026. This is their first run for office.
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Miguel Arceo ran for U.S. House California District 23 in 2026. This is their first run for office.
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Paul Chakalian ran for U.S. House California District 23 in 2026. This is their first run for office.
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A Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience serving vulnerable populations, running for California's 23rd Congressional District. This is her first run for office. She prioritizes healthcare access, creating jobs with living wages and benefits, and addressing housing affordability.
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Eli Owens ran for U.S. House California District 25 in 2026. This is their first run for office.
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The incumbent U.S. Representative, Jay Obernolte is a video game developer and business owner with engineering and AI expertise. He emphasizes eliminating wasteful government spending, bringing innovation to government functions, protecting local control, and reforming regulations for economic growth.
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Karen Matthews is a No party preference candidate for U.S. House California District 23 in the 2026 election. This is their first run for office.
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Karsten Nicholson is a Democratic candidate for U.S. House California District 23 in the 2026 election. This is their first run for office.
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Pat Wallis is a Democratic candidate for U.S. House California District 23 in the 2026 election. This is their first run for office.
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Renee Longshore is a Democratic candidate for U.S. House California District 23 in the 2026 election.
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Robert Riter is a Republican candidate for U.S. House California District 23 in the 2026 election. This is their first run for office.
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A Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience serving vulnerable populations, running for California's 23rd Congressional District. This is her first run for office. She prioritizes healthcare access, creating jobs with living wages and benefits, and addressing housing affordability.
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