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California · California's 42nd District · Updated Oct 16, 2026

Brian Burley

RepublicanTop two

Huntington Beach City School District trustee and perennial candidate

2026 race · California's 42nd District

<1% chance of winning · race rated Solid D

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2% chance of winning · race rated Solid D

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● Robert GarciaINC● Brian Burley
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Background

Experience
Local office

Links: FEC filings · Candidate list (source)

Fundraising

Raised
$231.4K
From individuals
$44.9K
Spent
$231.6K
Cash on hand
$5.5K

Money: FEC, through Jun 30, 2026.

Opponents in 2026