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November 3, 2026 California General Election

Candidates for United States Representative District 48, California

Jim Desmond

►Websitewww.desmondforsupervisor.com/

Marni von Wilpert

►Websitewww.marniforsandiego.com/

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Jim Desmond

Biographical

General Philosophy

Professional Experience

Political Experience

Military Service

Reasons & Objectives

Why I Am Running for Public Office

Goals If Elected

Housing & Communities

Cost of Living

Health & Medical

Healthcare

Women's Health & Reproduction

Immigration, Border Security, Terrorism & Homeland Security

Immigration and Customs Enforcement Agency (ICE)

Endorsments, Voting, Elections, Politics & Government

Government Corruption and Ethics

Jobs, Economy, Trade, Business, Industry & Agriculture

Economy

Environment & Climate Change

Environment

Civil, Religious, LGBTQ & Human Rights

LGBTQ+

Gun & Property Rights

Gun Legislation and Control

Sex & Sexuality

LGBTQ+