U.S. House · CA-21
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An incumbent has a record; a challenger has statements. We show each what it is.
Jim Costa
Says vs. does — per issue
Receipts — recent key votes
- Voted NayDirecting the President pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution to remove United States Armed Forces from Lebanon.
- Voted YeaProviding for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2913) to authorize support for Ukraine, and for other purposes.
- Voted NayWaiving a requirement of clause 6(a) of rule XIII with respect to consideration of certain resolutions reported from the Committee on Rules.
- Voted YeaAgriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agency Appropriations Act, 2027
- Voted NayWaiving a requirement of clause 6(a) of rule XIII with respect to consideration of certain resolutions reported from the Committee on Rules.
Money — FEC
$1.3M
Kyle Kirkland
Stated positions
Kirkland emphasizes stopping government waste and fraud, demanding audits, and delivering value for taxpayers.
Kirkland calls for ending the regulatory chokehold on water and agriculture to support growers and farmworkers.
Kirkland explicitly states that he believes in 'hard work over handouts.'
Kirkland campaigns heavily on ending over-regulation and government red tape, which he blames for high costs of living.
Kirkland advocates for strong border security and giving law enforcement tools to stop cartel violence, fentanyl, and human trafficking.
Kirkland supports empowering parents in education.
Money — FEC
$339K
Lorenzo Rios
Stated positions
The candidate supports cutting red tape to expand water storage and infrastructure to support agriculture and jobs.
The candidate supports securing the border and enforcing immigration laws, while emphasizing the need for a humane and orderly system.
The candidate asserts that parents deserve a voice in their children's education.
Money — FEC
$430.4K