Matt Gunderson
Matt Gunderson (Republican Party) ran for election to the U.S. House to represent California's 49th Congressional District. He lost in the general election on November 5, 2024.
Biography
Matt Gunderson lives in Ladera Ranch, California. Gunderson's career experience includes owning auto dealerships.[1]
Elections
2024
See also: California's 49th Congressional District election, 2024
California's 49th Congressional District election, 2024 (March 5 top-two primary)
General election
General election for U.S. House California District 49
Incumbent Mike Levin defeated Matt Gunderson in the general election for U.S. House California District 49 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Mike Levin (D) | 52.2 | 197,397 |
 | Matt Gunderson (R) | 47.8 | 180,950 | |
| Total votes: 378,347 | |||
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Nonpartisan primary election
Nonpartisan primary for U.S. House California District 49
Incumbent Mike Levin and Matt Gunderson defeated Margarita Wilkinson, Kate Monroe, and Sheryl Adams in the primary for U.S. House California District 49 on March 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Mike Levin (D) | 51.0 | 97,275 |
| ✔ | | Matt Gunderson (R) | 25.7 | 49,001 |
 | Margarita Wilkinson (R) | 11.0 | 20,900 | |
 | Kate Monroe (R) | 10.0 | 19,026 | |
 | Sheryl Adams (R) | 2.4 | 4,617 | |
| Total votes: 190,819 | |||
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2022
See also: California State Senate elections, 2022
General election
General election for California State Senate District 38
Catherine Blakespear defeated Matt Gunderson in the general election for California State Senate District 38 on November 8, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Catherine Blakespear (D) | 52.2 | 190,992 |
| Matt Gunderson (R) | 47.8 | 174,581 | |
| Total votes: 365,573 | |||
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Nonpartisan primary election
Nonpartisan primary for California State Senate District 38
Matt Gunderson and Catherine Blakespear defeated Joe Kerr in the primary for California State Senate District 38 on June 7, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Matt Gunderson (R) | 45.9 | 106,358 |
| ✔ | | Catherine Blakespear (D) | 43.0 | 99,583 |
 | Joe Kerr (D) | 11.2 | 25,908 | |
| Total votes: 231,849 | |||
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Campaign finance
Campaign themes
2024
Ballotpedia survey responses
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Campaign website
Gunderson's campaign website stated the following:
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Ending Career Politics As a businessman and political outsider, Matt Gunderson is committed to bringing real change to Washington. He supports term limits to bring fresh perspectives to Congress from both parties. Strengthening the Economy Matt Gunderson is a successful Southern California businessman who started three auto dealerships from scratch, creating over 200 good-paying local jobs. He knows what it takes to strengthen the economy and increase wages, and he will bring that knowledge to Washington, D.C., to help all Americans prosper. Combating the High Cost of Living The cost of living in California is out of control, and Matt Gunderson has a plan to tackle this crisis head-on. He will work to end inflation, increase affordability, and lower the costs of housing, gas, and groceries, making life more affordable for all Californians. Lowering Taxes Matt Gunderson knows California’s taxes are crushing families. He is determined to repeal the gas tax hike, stop the proposed mileage tax, and protect Proposition 13, which keeps property taxes in check for homeowners. Securing the Border Matt Gunderson will secure the border. Southern Californians are dying from drugs like fentanyl which flood into our country through our porous border every day. An open border has caused an increase in crime, drugs, human trafficking, and poses a serious threat to our national security. Matt Gunderson will make securing the border a top priority on day one in office. Safeguarding Social Security and Medicare Matt Gunderson believes that America must keep its promise to our seniors. That’s why he is committed to protecting Social Security and Medicare, ensuring that our elderly citizens receive the benefits they have earned and depend on. Supporting Our Veterans With a wealth of business experience and leadership skills, Matt Gunderson will take on the challenge of reforming the dysfunctional Department of Veterans Affairs. The current system is broken and failing our veterans, leading to a surge in veteran homelessness. Matt Gunderson will fight to give veterans the support and respect they have earned, ensuring they receive the care they deserve. Addressing the Homelessness Crisis Matt Gunderson has a comprehensive plan to address the homelessness crisis in California. He believes that those struggling with homelessness must receive the treatment they need to get off the streets. Matt Gunderson will work to ban tent cities and camping on sidewalks, ensuring that public spaces remain safe and clean for everyone. Protecting Reproductive Rights Matt Gunderson believes that abortion should be safe, legal, and rare. He will oppose any federal restrictions on abortion and fight to protect fertility treatments like IVF, ensuring that women have control over their reproductive health. Fighting Crime With crime on the rise, Matt Gunderson has a detailed plan to support law enforcement, fight crime, and ensure that criminals are held accountable. He will work tirelessly to make our communities are safer for everyone. Preserving Fairness in Youth Sports As the father of four daughters who have all played youth sports in Southern California, Matt Gunderson is committed to preserving fairness in youth athletics. He would prohibit biological boys who identify as trans girls from competing in youth girls’ sports, ensuring that girls can compete fairly and safely.[2] |
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| —Matt Gunderson's campaign website (2024)[3] | ||
2022
Matt Gunderson did not complete Ballotpedia's 2022 Candidate Connection survey.
Campaign finance summary
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See also
2024 Elections
External links
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Candidate U.S. House California District 49 |
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Footnotes
- ↑ Matt Gunderson for Congress, "About," accessed January 28, 2024
- ↑ Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.
- ↑ Matt Gunderson's campaign website, "Issues," accessed September 19, 2024
