Jeff Gonzalez

Jeff Gonzalez is a candidate for State Assembly Member District 36 Primary Election in 2026 in California State Assembly District 36, California.

Incumbent State Assembly Member in Indio, CA

Also running: Ida S. Obeso-Martinez, Tomás Oliva, Oscar Ortiz.

Jeff Gonzalez is the incumbent State Assembly Member for California's 36th District, first elected in 2024. A first-generation American and combat veteran, he served 21 years in the United States Marine Corps, completing multiple combat deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan. Following his military retirement, Gonzalez served as a pastor and became a small business owner. Motivated by his son's medical needs, he ran for office to advocate for improved healthcare. He resides in Indio, California.