Veterans
Calls for addressing bureaucratic barriers that prevent veterans receiving benefits.
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THE 2026 CANDIDATE FILE
Rudy Recile
Candidate for U.S. House · California · District 8
THE PERSON
Background
Rudy Recile is a retired Army major, former Agriculture Department employee and small-business owner who settled in Fairfield after retiring in 2014.
Roots
- Residence: Fairfield, California
- Career: More than 26 years of military service; USDA employee; small-business owner
Background sources checked October 28, 2026.
THE POLICIES
Where they stand
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Energy
Supports domestic energy independence and criticizes shutting down carbon-fuel power plants.
Source checked October 28, 2026 · Publication date shown in the linked source when available.Budget
Calls for greater accountability and restraint in government spending.
Source checked October 28, 2026 · Publication date shown in the linked source when available.THE ELECTION
Ballot & sources
U.S. House · District 8 · November 3, 2026
Candidate listing checked October 21, 2026.
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