Jim Desmond.
American mayor
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Earlier this month
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Community groups in San Diego requested increased CHP enforcement, while a supervisor asked about agricultural lighting education.Some support1 report
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Political dynamics are unfolding on the San Diego County Board of Supervisors, involving internal challenges and leadership changes.Well supported5 reports3 developments inside
One to three months ago
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Marni von Wilpert and Jim Desmond are contesting the 48th Congressional District seat, with the campaign focusing on issues related to Medicare funding and Donald Trump's political attacks.Some support2 reports
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The powerline issue is escalating, with the dispute now driving a congressional campaign and involving the House of Representatives.Some support1 report
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Supervisors Jim Desmond and Joel Anderson placed the powerlink item on the agenda on August 12, 2026.Some support2 reports
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Carl DeMaio, Jim Desmond, and others are involved in a political challenge to the established power structure of the GOP regarding the succession in the 48th Congressional District after Darrell Issa.Well supported3 reports3 developments inside
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Jim Desmond succeeded Bill Horn on the board, leading to an improved financial stability rating of AAA.Some support2 reports
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Bates led the Escondido Chamber of Commerce, and Jim Desmond recognized his leadership on July 1, 2026.Some support1 report
Gone quiet
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Around Jim Desmond this week
News at the entities that move Jim Desmond most-
San Diego County StructuralVoters in San Diego County are currently deciding on various sales tax increases.Moves Jim Desmond
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board of supervisors StructuralThe Marin County board of supervisors is seeking approval for an interim housing plan.Moves Jim Desmond
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Donald Trump TransactionalThe Trump administration utilized the Department of Health & Human Services for an AI tool.Moves Jim Desmond
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Darrell Issa OperationalDarrell Issa and the Entertainment Software Association introduced H.R. 10364, a bill aimed at combating foreign online piracy and issues related to the American Copyright Protection Act.Moves Jim Desmond
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house of representatives OperationalDonald Trump appoints Bill Pulte as DNI; Pulte splits time between DC and Florida, while Kash Patel faces criticism for jet misuse.Moves Jim Desmond
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Horn StructuralDrought affects the Horn of Africa region due to climate shocks linked to El Niño.Moves Jim Desmond
Connections
The 14 strongest of 16, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Marni von Wilpert Operational
Marni von Wilpert and Jim Desmond are actively competing for the 48th Congressional District seat in California.
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board of supervisors Structural
Jim Desmond holds a current membership on the board of supervisors.
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San Diego County Structural
Jim Desmond serves as a District 5 County Supervisor for San Diego County.
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Joel Anderson Operational
Both individuals, acting as supervisors, jointly placed an item on the agenda.
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Horn Structural
Jim Desmond is Horn's successor as Supervisor, having replaced Horn in 2018.
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Dianne Jacob Operational
The relationship was characterized by competitive opposition regarding a specific powerline proposal.
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Ammar Campa-Najjar Operational
Jim Desmond and Ammar Campa-Najjar are active competitors in a Congressional race.
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house of representatives Operational
Jim Desmond's dispute is reported to be driving the congressional campaign within the House of Representatives.
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Darrell Issa Operational
The two individuals are candidates in a political race for the 48th Congressional District, with one potentially succeeding the other.
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Donald Trump Transactional
The relationship is defined by an endorsement from Donald Trump that creates political headwinds for Jim Desmond.
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California Shared context
Jim Desmond is running for a political office within the jurisdiction of California.
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Bates Operational
Jim Desmond recognized Bates's leadership.
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San Diego Shared context
Jim Desmond is a political figure whose actions, such as voting on local contracts, occur within the jurisdiction of San Diego.
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City of San Diego Transactional
The City of San Diego initiated a request for agricultural lighting education from Jim Desmond.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
1 eventAugust 2026
3 events- Marni von Wilpert and Jim Desmond are contesting the 48th Congressional District seat, with the campaign focusing on issues related to Medicare funding and Donald Trump's political attacks.
- The powerline issue is escalating, with the dispute now driving a congressional campaign and involving the House of Representatives.
- Supervisors Jim Desmond and Joel Anderson placed the powerlink item on the agenda on August 12, 2026.
July 2026
2 eventsShow 1 earlier month
June 2026
3 events- Political dynamics are unfolding on the San Diego County Board of Supervisors, involving internal challenges and leadership changes.
- Carl DeMaio, Jim Desmond, and others are involved in a political challenge to the established power structure of the GOP regarding the succession in the 48th Congressional District after Darrell Issa.
- Jones seeks to reduce cost of living in San Diego while Desmond and Campa-Najjar compete in a Congressional race.