Darrell Issa

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Darrell Issa

U.S.A.

Party Republican
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth November 1, 1953 (Age: 72)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Darrell Issa earned a GED after dropping out of high school and enlisted in the Army, where he served as an Explosive Ordnance Disposal technician and later as a tank platoon commander. He holds a business administration degree and has held leadership roles in various industry associations. Issa founded Directed Electronics Inc., an industry-leading manufacturer, and has been recognized with multiple awards for his entrepreneurial achievements. His career includes significant transitions from military service to business leadership and public sector involvement.

Political Ideas

Darrell Issa's political identity is marked by a blend of staunch conservatism and an unconventional approach to policymaking, often aligning with unexpected factions. Issa’s legislative efforts, such as exposing White House manipulations and advocating for border security, reflect a calculated strategy aimed at protecting regional industrial interests. His business acumen and advocacy for free trade juxtapose his stringent stance on immigration and pro-life issues, creating a complex ideological profile. Issa’s rhetorical style is marked by a direct, no-nonsense approach that resonates with a base seeking strong, decisive leadership.

Campaigns
2026: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ACTIVE

Election History

California House of Representatives 48th District

Active

(Incumbent) Competing Candidates: Anuj Dixit , Curtis Morrison , Ferguson Porter , Jim Desmond , Marc Iannarino , Marni Von Wilpert , Suzanne Till , Whitney Shanahan

2024: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

California 48th District, U.S.A. House of Representatives

213,625 votes (59.30%)

Win

Position Details

2022: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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2022 California's 48th congressional district election

155,171 votes (60.40%)

Win
2016: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

California's 49th congressional district election, 2016

155,888 votes (50.30%)

Win
2014: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

California's 49th congressional district election, 2014

98,161 votes (60.20%)

Win
2010: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

California's 49th congressional district election, 2010

119,088 votes (62.80%)

Win
2008: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

California's 49th congressional district election, 2008

140,300 votes (58.30%)

Win
2006: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

California's 49th congressional district election, 2006

98,831 votes (63.30%)

Win
2004: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

California's 49th congressional district election, 2004

141,658 votes (62.55%)

Win
2002: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

California's 49th congressional district election, 2002

94,594 votes (77.22%)

Win
2000: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

California's 48th congressional district election, 2000

61.43% of vote

Win