David Valadao.
American politician & farmer (born 1977)
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
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DCCC supports candidates challenging incumbent David Valadao, with Bernie Sanders representing the progressive wing.Well supported4 reports1 development inside
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Brittany Pettersen and David Valadao introduced a bipartisan bill on September 24, 2026, aimed at improving financial literacy standards.Some support1 report
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Companion legislation mirrors main bill as the Romance Scam Prevention Act targets fraud and informs potential FTC regulatory action.Some support2 reports
Earlier this month
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David Valadao continues to run his family farm in the Bakersfield district.Some support1 report
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Political figures David Valadao and Gavin Newsom were referenced in an economic discussion on September 13, 2026.Some support1 report
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David Valadao is facing political pressure from Democrats who are trying to slow down Donald Trump, while Christian Martinez is publicly criticizing Valadao's policies.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Valadao must balance local needs against national trends.Some support12 reports
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House bill allocates funds for airport improvements and county projects in Tulare County.Some support1 report3 developments inside
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Congressmen jointly accused a state board of policy change regarding a bill allocating funds for airport and county projects.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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Political races are underway in the 22nd congressional district, involving candidates David Valadao and Randy Villegas, alongside Ami Bera advancing in the general election.Some support1 report1 development inside
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David Valadao has been voted into the seat in Bakersfield.Some support5 reports
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Randy Villegas and David Valadao are running for the 22nd congressional district, covering parts of Madera and Kern Counties.Well supported5 reports3 developments inside
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The Human Rights Campaign PAC endorsed Randy Villegas in his challenge against David Valadao for the U.S. House.Some support2 reports
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Aisha Wahab secured a spot on the November ballot in California's 14th District, facing Republican incumbent David Valadao.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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The race for the 22nd Congressional District is underway, featuring Randy Villegas and David Valadao, with Bernie Sanders offering backing and views pre-dating Trump's push on DEI.Some support2 reports
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Chad Bianco, David Valadao, and Jasmeet Bains are involved in two concurrent political races: the governor's race and the District 22 election.Some support1 report1 development inside
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David Valadao and Andrea Salinas co-sponsored bipartisan legislation aimed at addressing invasive pests.Some support1 report
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Politicians are lobbying the U.S. Navy to establish an F-35C base at NAS Lemoore and signed supporting letters.Some support1 report
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Political maneuvering unfolds as Democrats target David Valadao, while Chuck Schumer's preferred nominee lost in Maine.Some support4 reports1 development inside
Gone quiet
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A rally was held to hold David Valadao accountable for the specifics of bill H.R. 1.Some support1 report
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David Valadao is targeted by Democrats in an effort to slow the influence of Donald Trump.Some support2 reports
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Local political races are underway in California, featuring candidates like David Valadao and Dunlap, while Donald Trump's electoral history is noted.Some support1 report
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Trump pushes for GOP control of the House while David Valadao holds a competitive Central Valley seat.Some support2 reports
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Kevin Kiley and David Valadao compete in a congressional district race.Some support2 reports
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Donald Trump is involved in a primary challenge by David Valadao.Some support5 reports
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Villegas challenged David Valadao's establishment ties to Donald Trump.Some support2 reports
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David Valadao cast the deciding vote on a bill.Some support1 report
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Around David Valadao this week
News at the entities that move David Valadao most-
Donald Trump StructuralThe Trump administration utilized the Department of Health & Human Services for an AI tool.Moves David Valadao
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California StructuralFederal government imposed new restrictions on provider taxes, while Limón spoke to reporters via CalMatters.Moves David Valadao
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Fresno County Shared contextFresno County hired Gensler on September 21 to develop a facilities master plan for the county.Moves David Valadao
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Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee OperationalThe Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee supported candidates in the New Jersey 7th district on June 30, 2026.Moves David Valadao
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Bernie Sanders OperationalBrad Lander is campaigning against incumbent Dan Goldman, with Bernie Sanders lending support at a rally in Brooklyn.Moves David Valadao
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House StructuralPrediction market tracks control of both chambers.Moves David Valadao
Connections
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Randy Villegas Operational
Randy Villegas and David Valadao are actively competing against each other for the 22nd Congressional District seat.
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Kevin Kiley Operational
The two individuals are engaged in active political competition for office within a shared congressional district.
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Donald Trump Structural
Valadao's political fortunes and electoral viability are consistently shown to be dependent on the political climate and party leadership associated with Donald Trump.
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Fresno County Shared context
David Valadao serves as a representative whose office is situated within the jurisdiction of Fresno County.
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Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee Operational
The DCCC actively supports challengers and targets David Valadao with political campaigns and digital advertising.
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Jasmeet Bains Operational
The two individuals are active political rivals campaigning against each other in District 22.
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California Structural
David Valadao serves as a representative whose political actions are defined by the competitive House districts within the state of California.
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House Structural
David Valadao serves as a Republican Representative within the U.S. House of Representatives.
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Bernie Sanders Operational
Bernie Sanders' political actions and progressive wing influence actively challenge and interact with David Valadao's political standing.
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Marsha Blackburn Operational
The two entities are actively collaborating on legislative matters, with companion bills mirroring the main policy proposal.
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Gavin Newsom Operational
Valadao actively challenges and engages with Newsom regarding state energy policies and political issues.
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San Diego Operational
David Valadao operates as a political representative whose competitive House districts are located within the boundaries of San Diego.
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Vince Fong Operational
The two congressmen collaborate on policy issues, including lobbying the U.S. Navy and jointly challenging state board policy changes.
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Christian Martinez Operational
Christian Martinez has been publicly criticizing David Valadao's political policies.
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Medicare Operational
A influences Medicare benefits through proposed expansion via new legislation.
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Brittany Pettersen Operational
The two individuals actively coordinated by cosponsoring a bipartisan bill to improve financial literacy standards.
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Andrea Salinas Operational
David Valadao and Andrea Salinas co-sponsored bipartisan legislation to address invasive pests.
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Adam Gray Operational
Adam Gray and David Valadao are active political competitors facing threats to their respective seats.
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DHS Operational
Lawmakers, including David Valadao, are urging action on DACA renewal delays managed by DHS.
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Democrats Structural
Valadao's political viability is shown to be contingent upon the support and strength of the Democratic bloc.
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Christian Martinez Operational
The two entities are involved in a political dynamic where A acts as a spokesperson defending establishment views against progressive challenges.
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CalMatters Mentioned together
CalMatters reports on David Valadao's competitive political race.
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Planned Parenthood Operational
Planned Parenthood actively campaigns against David Valadao to hold him accountable for specific legislation.
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Bakersfield Shared context
David Valadao's political and personal activities, including running a farm, are situated within the district of Bakersfield.
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California Department of Food and Agriculture Shared context
A stakeholder is concerned about agricultural issues in California, which is the operational domain of the agency B.
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Amish Shah Operational
Both individuals are engaged in competitive midterm electoral races.
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Louisiana Shared context
David Valadao operates in a district within the geographical and political context of Louisiana.
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Chad Bianco Operational
The two individuals actively competed against each other in the governor's race.
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United States Department of Homeland Security Transactional
David Valadao publicly condemned the policies and performance of the United States Department of Homeland Security.
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Democratic Party Operational
David Valadao is identified as a Republican incumbent, placing him in opposition to the Democratic Party.
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Hanford Shared context
David Valadao is identified as being from the location of Hanford.
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Bakersfield College Shared context
David Valadao's political district is geographically located near Bakersfield College.
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James Gallagher Mentioned together
No evidence was provided in the timeline to establish a relationship between James Gallagher and David Valadao.
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Colorado Mentioned together
No evidence links David Valadao to Colorado; the only mention places him in California.
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Dunlap Mentioned together
No direct evidence of a relationship between Dunlap and David Valadao was found in the provided timeline.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
6 events- Brittany Pettersen and David Valadao introduced a bipartisan bill on September 24, 2026, aimed at improving financial literacy standards.
- Companion legislation mirrors main bill as the Romance Scam Prevention Act targets fraud and informs potential FTC regulatory action.
- David Valadao continues to run his family farm in the Bakersfield district.
- Political figures David Valadao and Gavin Newsom were referenced in an economic discussion on September 13, 2026.
- Valadao must balance local needs against national trends.
- Congressmen jointly accused a state board of policy change regarding a bill allocating funds for airport and county projects.
August 2026
3 events- David Valadao has been voted into the seat in Bakersfield.
- The Human Rights Campaign PAC endorsed Randy Villegas in his challenge against David Valadao for the U.S. House.
- The race for the 22nd Congressional District is underway, featuring Randy Villegas and David Valadao, with Bernie Sanders offering backing and views pre-dating Trump's push on DEI.
July 2026
4 events- Chad Bianco, David Valadao, and Jasmeet Bains are involved in two concurrent political races: the governor's race and the District 22 election.
- David Valadao and Andrea Salinas co-sponsored bipartisan legislation aimed at addressing invasive pests.
- Politicians are lobbying the U.S. Navy to establish an F-35C base at NAS Lemoore and signed supporting letters.
- A rally was held to hold David Valadao accountable for the specifics of bill H.R. 1.
Show 1 earlier month
June 2026
14 events- DCCC supports candidates challenging incumbent David Valadao, with Bernie Sanders representing the progressive wing.
- David Valadao is facing political pressure from Democrats who are trying to slow down Donald Trump, while Christian Martinez is publicly criticizing Valadao's policies.
- House bill allocates funds for airport improvements and county projects in Tulare County.
- Political races are underway in the 22nd congressional district, involving candidates David Valadao and Randy Villegas, alongside Ami Bera advancing in the general election.
- Randy Villegas and David Valadao are running for the 22nd congressional district, covering parts of Madera and Kern Counties.
- Aisha Wahab secured a spot on the November ballot in California's 14th District, facing Republican incumbent David Valadao.
- Political maneuvering unfolds as Democrats target David Valadao, while Chuck Schumer's preferred nominee lost in Maine.
- David Valadao is targeted by Democrats in an effort to slow the influence of Donald Trump.
- Local political races are underway in California, featuring candidates like David Valadao and Dunlap, while Donald Trump's electoral history is noted.
- Trump pushes for GOP control of the House while David Valadao holds a competitive Central Valley seat.
- Kevin Kiley and David Valadao compete in a congressional district race.
- Donald Trump is involved in a primary challenge by David Valadao.
- Villegas challenged David Valadao's establishment ties to Donald Trump.
- David Valadao cast the deciding vote on a bill.