Sam Gallucci
Candidate for U.S. Representative, Congressional District 26
Sam Gallucci is a Republican. He is his party's candidate for California's 26th Congressional District. He is on the ballot for the November 3, 2026 general election. He faces Democrat Jacqui Irwin, a state Assemblymember. Gallucci placed second in the June 2, 2026 top-two primary. He received 20.9% of the vote (40,334 votes), per the certified Statement of Vote. Irwin had 41.3% (79,790 votes). He is a pastor in Oxnard and a former technology executive. Prior office: He is not the incumbent. His prior office-holding status is not confirmed.
On the issues
- Taxes & Cost of Living
Wants to lower the cost of housing, food, energy, and insurance in the district for seniors and young people alike.
“Families are squeezed by housing, food, energy, and insurance costs. Sam will fight to make Ventura County affordable for all, from seniors to our young people.”
Source → - Housing & Homelessness
Supports addressing homelessness through treatment, housing tied to progress, and coordinated care rather than just shelter alone.
“He knows what works: treatment, housing tied to progress, and coordinated care.”
Source → - Immigration & Border
Wants a secure border paired with a legal, fair, and humane immigration system.
“We need a secure border and a legal, fair, humane system.”
Source → - Education & Schools
Says every child deserves a high-quality education.
“Sam believes every child deserves a high-quality education.”
Source → - Government, Elections & Democracy
Wants government institutions to rebuild public trust through good-faith reform.
“Sam wants these institutions to thrive and re-earn trust through good faith reform.”
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