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David Jariustokaeutulelei Tangipa

David Jariustokaeutulelei Tangipa

Republican · California · 2026 · Incumbent

Running for California Assembly District 8, California

Top priorities

From other published sources

  • State budget oversight and human services policy, per Assembly committee roster
  • Higher education, housing and community development, per Assembly committee roster
Biography

Tangipa is a San Joaquin Valley resident who attended Fresno State, where he played tight end, and earned a bachelor's degree in political science and criminology and an MBA, per the campaign site. Per the campaign site, Tangipa built a career helping people buy homes, was elected to Assembly District 8 in 2024, and serves as Budget Vice-Chair.

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California Assembly District 8California · 2026Fresno County sample ballot

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