Incumbent
George Whitesides
IncumbentGeorge Whitesides
CA-27 primary: first place
$9.2K
JUN 6, 2026Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current roleU.S. Representative
PartyDemocratic
Political ideologyModerate Democrat
LocationCalifornia
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Positions
Economy & Taxes
Supports increased government investment to create local jobs and spur innovation, including tax incentives and grants for small businesses and expanded R&D funding; proposes tax cuts targeted to homeowners and the middle class (including expanding the SALT deduction).
Healthcare
Supports protecting and expanding access to healthcare including protecting the Affordable Care Act and coverage for pre-existing conditions; defends Medicare and Social Security and supports reproductive health decision-making free from government interference. Emphasizes ensuring veterans’ medical care is funded and improving access to care in communities facing cuts.
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Immigration & Border
Supports securing the border using investments in advanced technology, upgrading ports of entry, hiring more Border Patrol agents and immigration judges, and building physical infrastructure where appropriate; opposes open borders. Advocates fixing the immigration system while emphasizing border security measures.
Abortion & Reproductive Rights
Supports protecting abortion and reproductive health care access and favors codifying the rights previously guaranteed by Roe v. Wade into federal law. Opposes nationwide abortion bans and positions himself against candidates who back such bans.
Climate & Energy
Supports policies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote clean energy innovation, including stronger landfill methane standards and federal collaboration on energy research; favors investments and incentives for clean technologies while allowing for transitional approaches.
Public Safety & Guns
Supports expanded background checks and measures to disarm domestic abusers and those who pose risks, and supports funding community violence intervention programs while also backing increased funding and technology for local law enforcement. Positions combine support for gun safety regulations with support for law enforcement and local public-safety investments.
News
George Whitesides is in the news for announcing the 2026 Congressional Art Competition in California’s 27th District. His office is now accepting entries from high school students, with the theme "The Future I Want to See." The announcement also set submission rules, including size and weight limits and a ban on AI-generated art.
Endorsements
Endorsers of George Whitesides for CA-27 primary: first place
Fundraising
Latest report: Cycle 20262024
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Source: FEC
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