THE 2026 CANDIDATE FILE
Candidate for U.S. House · California · District 9
THE PERSON
John McBride is a coach and youth mentor running for California’s 9th Congressional District.
Background sources checked October 28, 2026.
THE POLICIES
Campaign promises are labeled separately from past actions. These are sourced positions, not endorsements or predictions. No stance is assigned from party affiliation.
Calls for removing dangerous chemicals from food and water and greater emphasis on natural healing; the reviewed platform does not specify a coverage model.
Source checked October 28, 2026 · Publication date shown in the linked source when available.Supports law enforcement, prosecution, mental-health initiatives and a stronger southern border.
Source checked October 28, 2026 · Publication date shown in the linked source when available.Supports water rights and less government involvement in small private farms.
Source checked October 28, 2026 · Publication date shown in the linked source when available.Supports lower taxes, substantially reduced government spending and no tax on Social Security.
Source checked October 28, 2026 · Publication date shown in the linked source when available.Opposes a central bank digital currency.
Source checked October 28, 2026 · Publication date shown in the linked source when available.THE ELECTION
U.S. House · District 9 · November 3, 2026
Candidate listing checked October 21, 2026.
California Secretary of State · Certified general election candidates ↗The candidate’s name and party follow the official ballot source. Backgrounds and issue positions are checked separately. A candidate is not an officeholder-elect unless a verified result establishes that status.