California general election: November 3, 2026

Who is running for U.S. House, California District 23 in 2026?

Here are the candidates for U.S. House, California District 23 on the November 3, 2026 ballot. This race is on the ballot for voters in U.S. House District 23.

Positions come only from each candidate's own votes, official actions, statements and questionnaire answers, never from party labels. Every item links to its source.

Jay Obernolte

Republican

Jay Obernolte (Republican, ballot designation "Congressman/Business Owner") is one of 2 candidates on the November 3, 2026 ballot for U.S. House, California District 23¹. A full profile is coming.

Tessa Lynn Hodge (Democratic, ballot designation "Social Worker/Businesswoman") is one of 2 candidates on the November 3, 2026 ballot for U.S. House, California District 23¹. A full profile is coming.

Last reviewed 2026-10-10. Spotted something wrong? Every claim links to its source so you can check it yourself.