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Rocklin Today
By the People, for the People
Rep. Kevin Kiley Opts Against Challenging Fellow Republican Tom McClintock
Redistricting changes led Kiley to decide against running against McClintock in the upcoming election.
Published on Mar. 2, 2026
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Northern California Rep. Kevin Kiley (R-Rocklin) announced on Monday that he will not challenge fellow Republican Rep. Tom McClintock in the upcoming election. Kiley's congressional district was significantly redrawn as part of the redistricting ballot measures approved by voters last year.
Why it matters
Kiley's decision not to run against McClintock avoids a potentially divisive Republican primary battle in the redrawn district. The redistricting process has led to changes in several California congressional districts, impacting the political landscape ahead of the next election cycle.
The details
Kiley, who represents California's 4th Congressional District, had been considering a run against McClintock, who currently represents the 4th District. However, the redistricting measures approved by voters last year significantly altered the boundaries of Kiley's district, leading him to ultimately decide against challenging McClintock.
- Rep. Kevin Kiley announced his decision on Monday, March 3, 2026.
The players
Rep. Kevin Kiley
A Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives, representing California's 4th Congressional District.
Rep. Tom McClintock
A Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives, currently representing California's 4th Congressional District.
The takeaway
Kiley's decision not to challenge McClintock highlights the impact of redistricting on the political landscape in California, as lawmakers navigate the changes to their districts ahead of the next election cycle.
