Candidate for California’s 23rd District, 2026

Paul Chakalian

D Democratic PartyChallengerElection Nov 3, 2026

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Fundraising

Raised: $73K
Spent: $73K
Cash on hand: $0
Reported through: Jan 29, 2026

The race

Full race

Seat currently held by Jay Obernolte (Republican).

RJay ObernolteIncumbent$1.5M
IKaren MatthewsChallenger$175K
DTessa Lynn HodgeChallenger$79K
DCharles Patrick WallisChallenger$64K
DAlexis L ClaiborneChallenger$12K

Background

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