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Republican
David Fennell

Overview

Current roleBusinessman

PartyRepublican

Political ideologyConservative Republican

LocationCalifornia

BackgroundBusinessman

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Notable personal detailsDavid Fennell is a Republican candidate for California lieutenant governor in the June 2, 2026 top-two primary election. He previously ran for the same office in 2018 and 2022. He has described his background as including business, farming, and technology.

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Positions

LiberalConservative

Economy & Taxes

The candidate emphasizes policies to make California more business‑friendly by bringing jobs back, reducing regulatory barriers and government waste, and lowering taxes to retain and attract businesses. His campaign materials prioritize economic growth, coordination with local leaders, and cutting costs that burden businesses and residents.

Abortion & Reproductive Rights

The candidate has not publicly stated a clear position on abortion or completed major questionnaires on the issue; public candidate materials and profiles show no explicit policy statement committing to a pro-choice or pro-life stance. Available voter guides and candidate surveys list him as not responding or do not record a definitive position.

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Climate & Energy

Emphasizes forest management (thinning) and expanding water storage to protect communities and agriculture, and prioritizes jobs and economic development; campaign materials do not present specific climate mitigation policies such as emissions targets, carbon pricing, or explicit support for major clean-energy legislation.

Endorsements

California Lieutenant Governor winner?

Endorsers of David Fennell for California Lieutenant Governor winner?

Gavin Newsom

Elected official

Gavin Newsom endorsed David Fennell for lieutenant governor.

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