David Goncalves Valadao ( VAL-ə-DAY-oh; born April 14, 1977) is an American politician and former dairy farmer serving as the U.S. representative for California's 22nd congressional district since 2023, previously representing California's 21st congressional district (2013-2019 and 2021-2023). His district comprises part of the San Joaquin Valley. He is a member of the Republican Party.
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On the same ballot
- Randy VillegasDemocratic
Quick facts
- Party
- Republican
- Age on election day
- 49 years
- Profession
- Farmer · Business executive
- Current office
- United States representative · California's 21st congressional district
- Congress, general elections
- 6 won of 7