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California · California's 25th District · Updated Oct 16, 2026

Joe Males

RepublicanTop two

Hemet city councilor

2026 race · California's 25th District

2% chance of winning · race rated Solid D

98%2%

5% chance of winning · race rated Likely D

95%5%
● Raul RuizINC● Joe Males
Full race forecast

Background

Experience
Local office

Links: FEC filings · Candidate list (source)

Fundraising

Raised
$1.1M
From individuals
$1M
Spent
$1.1M
Cash on hand
$30.7K

Money: FEC, through Sep 30, 2026.

Opponents in 2026