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Candidate for California’s 23rd District, 2026

Karen Matthews

I IndependentChallengerElection Nov 3, 2026

FollowSee the raceFEC filings

Fundraising

Raised
$175K
Spent
$175K
Cash on hand
$0
Reported through
Jun 22, 2026

The race

Full race

Seat currently held by Jay Obernolte (Republican).

Background

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