California's 23rd Congressional District (CA-23)

Last updated Oct 1, 2026 · 6 sources

Jay Obernolte, a Republican, has represented the district since 2023.

The district includes parts of San Bernardino, Kern, and Los Angeles counties.

According to the Census Bureau's 2020–2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the district has a population of 764,069, a median household income of $74,939, and a median age of 34.7. Of residents 25 and older, 21.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Representative

Jay Obernolte

U.S. Representative for California's 23rd District · Republican

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2026 redistricting

California uses a new congressional map in 2026: AB 604 (Proposition 50), approved by voters Nov 4, 2025.

The 2026 election for CA-23 uses the new map's CA-23; the map on this page shows the district as currently drawn (119th Congress).

Source · All 2026 redistricting changes

2026 election

Obernolte has filed with the FEC to run for this seat in 2026. 6 candidates for the seat have reported receipts to the FEC.

6 candidates have reported raising money for the 2026 CA-23 race to the FEC.

Election Day: Tuesday, November 3, 2026

Candidates for CA-23 in 2026 who reported raising money to the FEC
Candidate	Party	Raised	Cash on hand	Through
Jay Obernolte (incumbent)	Republican	$1,455,868	$1,644,222	Jun 30
Karen Matthews	Independent	$174,651	$0	Jun 22
Tessa Lynn Hodge	Democratic	$79,499	$10,237	Jun 30
Paul Chakalian	Democratic	$72,675	$0	Jan 29
Charles Patrick Wallis	Democratic	$63,684	$24	Jun 23
Alexis L. Claiborne	Democratic	$11,843	$2,655	Dec 31