Past campaign
United States Representative, 36th District
Primary election
Congressional District 36, CaliforniaEnded 6/2/2026· Republican Party
Past campaign details are available on the full race page.
United States Representative, 36th District
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Melissa Toomim
Investigative JournalistRepublican Party
Santa Monica, California
About
Melissa Toomim is an investigative journalist with experience reporting on Afghanistan and Pakistan. She holds a Master of Arts degree in International Policy Management with a focus on Nonproliferation and Terrorism. Toomim has also worked in the entertainment industry as a writer-producer-actress and serves as a senior advisor with Operation Freedom Birds, a humanitarian relief organization. She previously ran for this congressional seat in 2024, losing in the general election to the incumbent, Ted Lieu.
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Past Elections
How much has Melissa Toomim raised?
Melissa Toomim's campaign has reported raising $30,989 and spending $38,160 in its campaign finance reports.
- Total raised
- $30,989
- Total spent
- $38,160
- Campaign committee
- TOOMIM FOR CONGRESS