Alexis Claiborne
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Alexis Claiborne (Democratic Party) is running for election to the U.S. House to represent California's 23rd Congressional District. She declared candidacy for the 2026 election.[source]
Claiborne completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
Alexis Claiborne was born in Corona, California. She earned a bachelor's degree from California State University, Northridge in 2017 and a graduate degree from Arizona State University in 2018. Her career experience includes working as an educator.[1]
Elections
2026
See also: California's 23rd Congressional District election, 2026
Note: At this time, Ballotpedia is combining all declared candidates for this election into one list under a general election heading. As primary election dates are published, this information will be updated to separate general election candidates from primary candidates as appropriate.
General election
The general election will occur on November 3, 2026.
General election for U.S. House California District 23
The following candidates are running in the general election for U.S. House California District 23 on November 3, 2026.
Candidate | ||
 | Jay Obernolte (R) | |
 | Edwin Alonzo (D)  | |
 | Paul Chakalian (D) | |
 | Alexis Claiborne (D) | |
 | Tessa Lynn Hodge (D) | |
 | David Jones (D) | |
| Karen Matthews (Independent) | ||
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Campaign themes
2026
Ballotpedia survey responses
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Alexis Claiborne completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Claiborne's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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My name is Alexis Claiborne and I decided to run for US House of Representatives in order to restore representations of the people. Our government should be of the people, by the people and for the people. I believe that we need leaders who are involved in the community, who support their constituents and who lead with compassion. That is me. I have spent my entire career working in the non-profit sector working to improve the communities in CA district 23. After the 2024 election cycle, I felt that I needed to do more. I have now started a coalition of other non-politicians that are running for office to uplift the voices of the voters and reduce the corruption in our government. I believe that as a society it is our duty to leave this country better for the next generation and that is exactly what I plan to do when I get to DC. We the people, for the people.
- People over profit: I am advocating for a government that serves all citizens, not just the wealthy and well-connected. I will accomplish this by promoting policies like a living wage, affordable healthcare, and a fair tax system. I will also be advocating for the overturning of Citizens United in order to ensure elections cannot be bought by the highest bidder. We need to be representing the people.
- Universal Healthcare Access: I support a universal, single-payer healthcare system to ensure every American has access to comprehensive, affordable, and equitable healthcare. This includes mental health services, reproductive care, and prescription medication. Everyone should have access to healthcare regardless of income, employment status, or zip code. I am advocating for a system that puts patients before politics and eliminated the influence of corporate healthcare lobbyists.
- Addressing the Climate Crisis: I recognize the climate crisis as both an environmental and economic emergency. I want to emphasize strong environmental protections and a just transition to renewable energy to combat climate change, hold polluting industries accountable, and invest in green infrastructure. This vision doesn't just aim to reduce carbon emissions - it is about building a resilient, green economy where clean air, water and energy are basic rights.
I am deeply passionate about public policy that centers community empowerment, vulnerable populations, and compassionate leadership. I have spent my entire career in the nonprofit sector working to uplift our communities and empower our neighbors in need. I am now running for Congress to bring that same people-first, justice-driven leadership to Washington. Real change starts by listening to the people.
My mom. She is a nurse and has been instrumental in my path developing. She has shown me what it is like to lead with empathy and to care for vulnerable communities no matter what. She also instilled the drive for knowledge and education in me and is the biggest reason that I am currently on my way to Dr. Claiborne.
Poverty, by America by Matthew Desmond
Empathy - leadership should come from a place of compassion and deep understanding of people's lived experiences. Accountability - elected officials must be transparent, responsible, and answer to the people they represent. Community driven - policy should reflect the needs and voices of the community. Integrity - doing the right thing, even when it is not politically convenient, is non-negotiable. Courage - we need leaders that are unafraid to speak truth to power and push for meaningful change.
Empathy and accountability. Both of these qualities have allowed me to reach across party lines in my work and personal life.
Serve the people, not special interests - elected officials should represent all constituents, not just the wealthy, corporate donors, or party elites. Listen and be accessible - it is a representatives job to actively listen to the people, remain available and transparent, and regularly engage with the community (not just show up during election season). Pass policies that improve lives - I believe elected officials must focus on legislation that makes a real difference. Fight for justice and equity - public servants should challenge systems of inequality, advocate for marginalized voices, and work to build a more fair, inclusive democracy. Lead with integrity and courage - I stand for doing what is right even when it is hard, and making decisions that reflect values rather, not political convenience.
I want to leave a legacy of services the proves being in politics does not have to be about power and money. It can be about empathy and representing the voices of the people. I want to be remembered as someone who showed up with heart, led with courage and REFUSED to sell out. If I can help shift the culture of Congress toward real transparency, put working-class voices at the center of policy, and inspire others to run who never thought they could - THAT is the kind of legacy that lasts.
The U.S. House of Representatives is the most direct link between the people and the federal government. With two-year terms and smaller districts, House members are meant to be highly responsive and accountable to their constituents and communities. The House holds the power of the purse and shapes how public money is raised and spent and has the ability to move legislation quickly in times of urgency. With 435 members, it also offers space for diverse voices and emerging leaders to represent the real, everyday experiences of Americans.
I believe that while experience can be helpful, it shouldn't be a prerequisite for serving the people. What we need more that political resumes are leaders with lived experience - people who have worked hard, struggled, served their communities, and understand what everyday Americans are going through. Career politicians too often lose touch with the people they represent. I believe Congress needs more working-class voices who bring compassion, courage and lived perspective to the table.
Over the next decade, the U.S. faces urgent challenges that demand bold, people-first leadership. Economic inequality is widening as corporate greed leaves working families behind. Millions still lack access to affordable healthcare, while the climate crisis threatens communities and ecosystems. Political corruption and dark money have eroded public trust, and fundamental rights, from reproductive freedom to coting access, are under attack. We need leaders who will fight for justice, equity, and a future that works for everyone, not just the powerful few.
Yes. The 2 year term keeps members of the House of Representatives accountable to their constituents. With fast election cycles, the expectation is that they spend time in the communities they represent and introduce legislation that helps grow and support them.
No one should be sitting in DC without making meaningful change. I support term limits for every elected position AND for the Supreme Court.
AOC. She ran a grassroots campaign and defied all odds to get into office. She is bold, brave and accessible to her constituents and the communities she represents.
I believe that if we are all advocating for the needs of the people, little compromise is needed. However, I also recognize that getting a majority to agree on legislation has historically been extremely difficult. Elected officials must compromise without sacrificing the needs of the people they are representing.
As a representative, I will use the power of the purse to invest in what actually matters to working families: living wages, universal healthcare, veteran support, mental health resources, and climate solutions. I will fight to redirect funding away from corporate subsidies and bloated bureaucracy and toward programs that uplift communities, protect our environment and restore dignity to everyday Americans. Budget decisions are moral decisions, and I will make sure our money reflects our values.
The U.S. House should use its investigative powers to hold the powerful accountable, not to score partisan points. This means investigating corporate greed, government corruption, wasteful spending, and violations of public trust. It is about protecting the rights and resources of everyday Americans, making sure no one is above the law. Investigations should be transparent, fact-driven, and focused on real outcomes that restore trust in our democracy.
Committee on Education and the Workforce, Committee on Veteran's Affairs, Committee on Energy and Commerce, Committee on Oversight and Accountability, Committee on Natural Resources
My views on financial transparency and government accountability are rooted in the belief that elected officials should serve the people, not profit from their positions or protect corrupt systems.
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See also
2026 Elections
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Footnotes
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on April 8, 2025
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