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Candidates › CA-27 race › 2025–2026
George Whitesides
D Democratic nominee for U.S. House, CA-27
Representative since 2025
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- On the ballot
- Won the general electionNov 3, 2026 · 139,294 votes (57.1%)
- Where to vote
- Find your polling place (opens in a new tab) · More ways to vote
- Top priorities
- Standing Up for Us in Washington
- Expand Local Jobs and Businesses & Reduce Your Commute
- Lower Inflation & Cost of Living
- Defend Reproductive Freedom & Women’s Health
- End Congressional Stock Trading & Corruption in Congress
- In Congress
- Representative since 2025 · votes with their party 93% of the time. See the record · Office phone 202-225-1956
- Money
- $4.5M raised, $2.7M spent, $2.2M cash on hand (through Oct 14, 2026). Where it comes from
- Who gives
- 13% of individual money from donors at $200 or less · 54% from California · largest committee giver PAC TO THE FUTURE, $10K
- Outside groups
- $476.5K supporting, $4.5K opposing Whitesides
- Backed by
- California Democratic Party · California Labor Federation · Los Angeles Federation of Labor and 61 more. As the campaign lists them
- Sponsored most in
- Armed Forces and National Security, Science, Technology, Communications, Government Operations and Politics
12 priorities from georgewhitesides.com, in the order they are listed there. Every heading and the text under it is copied exactly, as one passage for each page it is from, and links to that place on the page; hover a source to see which passage it opens.
George went to Washington to make it work for working families in the Antelope Valley, Santa Clarita, and the San Fernando Valley — not just the wealthy and well-connected. He’s stood up for what’s right and pushed back when Washington gets it wrong. He’s fought to protect health coverage for seniors, children, and people with disabilities, keep food on the table for working families, invest in the research and innovation that creates good local jobs, and stand up against ICE’s abuse of power.
But when the Republican majority advanced a budget that would cut Medicaid for hundreds of thousands of Californians, reduce food assistance for families already stretched thin, defund the scientific research that drives our local aerospace economy, and dramatically increase funding for ICE, George voted no.
George believes that Washington should work for the people it represents. That’s why he sold his personal stock holdings after taking office to remove any potential conflicts of interest, and is leading the fight to root out corruption in Washington and ban congressional stock trading altogether.
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In his first year in Congress, George hit the ground running, helping pass legislation that will create thousands of new aerospace jobs in our area. George also advocated for greater support for our community colleges, working with Antelope Valley College and College of the Canyons to make sure students are prepared for the modern workforce and can grow their skills in the defense and tech economy.
As the CEO of Virgin Galactic, George helped create hundreds of good, mortgage-paying jobs in our area. He knows firsthand how to harness this district’s diverse strengths to cultivate a thriving economy that benefits residents and businesses alike. Together, George knows we can grow local jobs and reduce the hours commuting down to Los Angeles, implement accelerator programs to support the development of small and mid-sized businesses in the district, and prioritize infrastructure projects to enhance our region’s competitiveness and attract new businesses.
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We’re all feeling the effects of inflation and higher costs of living. George is fighting day in and day out to lower your healthcare, housing, gas, and grocery bills. George has spent his career solving problems and has reached across the aisle to work on getting housing and fire insurance costs under control, cut taxes for homeowners, lower health care and prescription drug costs, invest in an all-of-the above energy plan to reduce gas and energy prices, cut taxes for the middle class by expanding the SALT deduction, and protect Social Security and Medicare.
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Everyone should have the right to make their own healthcare decisions, including those related to reproductive health and abortion access, free from government interference. George is a cosponsor of the Women’s Health Protection Act, which would codify Roe v. Wade, and supports access to comprehensive reproductive healthcare services.
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George thinks that it is unacceptable that members of Congress can still trade individual stocks while in office – that’s why he is leading the charge to ban congressional stock trading. When he became a member of Congress, he was the first new member to get rid of any individual stock holdings, to remove even the potential for a conflict of interest. He is also working to ban government officials from betting on world events that they may have insider knowledge of, to make sure that elected officials are focused on representing their communities, not padding their own pockets.
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From his first day in office, George has been fighting to protect our communities from catastrophic wildfires. He’s led the charge on reducing fuels in wildland areas, increasing resources for firefighters on the frontlines, and utilizing new technologies to detect and track fires faster. He’s also working to make it easier for families to undertake fire-resistant home improvements.
As a co-founder of Megafire Action, the first policy organization dedicated to solving our nation’s megafire crisis, George is deeply committed to safeguarding our communities from catastrophic wildfires and addressing the home fire insurance crisis. George recognizes the urgent need for proactive measures to mitigate fire risks and protect homeowners while ensuring the stability of the insurance market. This entails investing in wildfire prevention and response efforts and giving our firefighters the tools and funding they need to carry out this critical work.
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George is grateful every day for the folks who work to protect our communities. In Congress, George has brought back millions in federal funding for local law enforcement, so they can invest in new technology and enhance public safety. By collaborating with local law enforcement agencies, community leaders, and stakeholders, we can develop tailored strategies that address the challenges facing the Antelope Valley, Santa Clarita, and the San Fernando Valley, and create safer neighborhoods for all residents.
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Our immigration system is broken. We need leaders in Congress who will put politics aside to actually fix the problem, not just play political games. That means finally securing our border with investments in advanced technology, hiring more border patrol agents and immigration judges, upgrading ports of entry, and building physical infrastructure where it makes sense. George has spent his career solving problems, and in Congress he will work with anyone – regardless of party – to improve border security and fix our immigration system in a way that strengthens our economy and is true to our history as a nation of immigrants.
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We need a transformational ‘Apollo-like’ housing program in America and in our district. We have to cut taxes for homeowners and crack down on predatory landlords, while ensuring that there’s enough housing in our district. George understands the importance of mixed-income neighborhoods and supports both public and private investment in affordable housing initiatives to ensure that individuals and families of all backgrounds have access to safe, stable, and affordable housing opportunities.
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As the father of two ‘tweens,’ George recognizes the urgent need to address the crisis in teenage mental health that has been exacerbated by social media use. While technology has provided incredible opportunities for connection and communication, it has also introduced huge new challenges, including online safety risks, cyberbullying, and the proliferation of deepfake AI-generated imagery.
In Congress, George is working on a multi-faceted approach that combines innovation with responsible regulation. This includes investing in research to better understand the impact of social media on adolescent mental health, partnering with technology companies to develop and implement robust online safety measures, and promoting digital literacy programs in schools to empower students to navigate the online world safely and responsibly.
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George is committed to addressing the crisis situations at the Aliso Canyon natural gas storage facility and the Chiquita Canyon landfill. These environmental hazards pose significant risks to public health, air quality, and the surrounding ecosystems. George supports immediate measures to reduce emissions, and believes in fostering sustainable waste management solutions.
George introduced a bill to provide tax relief to those impacted by Chiquita Canyon, and has repeatedly pushed the EPA to investigate and hold the landfill accountable for the health hazards they have caused.
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In Congress, George has prioritized policies that spur innovation and support small businesses and local innovators. George is advocating to provide tax incentives and grants to small businesses and startups, fostering an environment that encourages entrepreneurship and creativity. Additionally, George is pushing for increased investment in research and development across various industries to drive technological advancements and economic growth. George supports responsible cryptocurrency regulations that protect consumers while fostering innovation and competition in the digital asset space, and establish a framework to support American leadership in this growing sector. This includes measures to ensure transparency and promote the development of blockchain technologies that benefit society as a whole. By creating a supportive and forward-thinking regulatory framework, we can unleash the potential of American innovation and continue to lead in the global economy.
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