Brandon Riker, Congressional Candidate (D) CA-41

Learning about the serious issues in Idyllwild, CA!

Thanks to @abc7.bsky.social for showing that the Republicans are shutting down the government because they have no answers to rising costs or fixing the economy.

Instead of standing up to Trump, they are raising the cost of our health care.

California needs to respond to Trump’s map rigging in Texas, Missouri, and other states.

Vote YES on Prop 50.

Statement on Charlie Kirk's assassination:

Brandon Riker CA-41

Great night with Democrats of SW Riverside County — energized crowd and real conversations about the issues that matter. Fired up to take your priorities to Congress. What’s the biggest issue for your family right now? #CA41

Brandon Riker

Brandon Riker congressional district CA41 candidate

Earlier this week, I shared an amazing Southern California sunset with friends—both old and new—discussing my vision for the CA-41 congressional district and diving into some lively conversations. I’m fired up about this race; it’s crucial for flipping the House blue! Let’s make it happen! 💙 #CA41

Yesterday, I attended two incredible Labor Day events: the Inland Empire Labor Council gathering and the #WorkersOverBillionaires protest in Temecula. I was proud to stand in solidarity with the hardworking union members and their families. Inspiring to witness such a strong turnout at the protest.

Brandon Riker #WorkersOverBillionaires Labor Day Weekend event Palm Desert, CA

Joined 150+ people this morning in Palm Desert, CA at the Coachella Valley #WorkersOverBillionaires Labor Day event. #ca41
Had some great conversations about stopping the billionaire takeover — not just at the ballot box or in court, but by building a bigger, stronger movement. #rikerforcongress

Trump’s move to remove Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook without just cause is a direct attack on the Fed’s independence—and a dangerous precedent. Backed by Reps. Ken Calvert and Darrell Issa, this continues the pattern of chaos and assault on our nation's institutions.

Brandon Riker CA41 candidate

Brandon Riker CA41 candidate

Brandon Riker CA41 candidate

Huge thanks to Bill & Beth Hedrick for opening their home to the movement in Corona. We had real conversations about what’s at stake and how we fire Ken Calvert and finally win the leadership people in #CA41 deserve.

This campaign isn’t about one person — it’s about all of us. Let’s go! 💪

Firing the head of the BLS was more than a political move. One thing that I don't think is talked about enough is how it threatens the integrity of the data used to calculate Social Security COLA. If we can’t trust the numbers, our seniors risk losing fair cost-of-living increases.

I’m proud to have the endorsement of former Palm Springs Mayor Lisa Middleton. Her unwavering dedication to the people of the Coachella Valley exemplifies the kind of strong, principled leadership I strive to bring to Palm Springs.

One of the questions I get most on the campaign trail is, “What’s the first thing you’ll do if elected?”

Well, here’s my answer:

Last Friday, I was proud to host a town hall in Palm Spring. With over 140 attendees, the energy in the room was electric. Folks are fired up for change, ready to tackle the big issues, and hungry for leaders who are ready to listen.

Our Palm Springs friends and neighbors deserve real representation, and I am running to represent them. My statement on the California legislature's proposed Congressional map:

It was great to join the Inland Empire Labor Council and AFL-CIO yesterday for a rally against Ken Calvert. For 32 years, he’s divided working people to protect his own wallet. I’ll protect the vital services our families rely on. We must hold him accountable in 2026.

Watch CNBC's full interview with President Donald Trump President Donald Trump joins 'Squawk Box' via phone to discuss the latest news affecting markets and the country's economic goals.

Trump promised economic greatness, but instead delivered tax cuts that favored the wealthy, record deficits, and a trade war that hurts our small businesses. The economy isn't booming, despite what he claims, and Southern Californians deserve better. www.cnbc.com/video/2025/0...

🚪🌞 Out in Corona today, knocking doors and building momentum for @shoults4assembly.bsky.social! So many of our neighbors are ready for change. Don’t forget to vote by August 26th!

Brandon Riker for Congress Town Hall - Palm Springs · Brandon Riker for Congress Join us in Palm Springs for a town hall with Brandon Riker for Congress. Meet Brandon and listen to his ideas for a better future for families in the Inland Empire, Idyllwild, and Coachella Valley.

You can RSVP to join me here: mobilize.us/s/9Zz8cq

As a former Obama organizer, I learned that real change comes from community. Unlike Ken Calvert, who has been missing in action for years, I’m committed to showing up, having honest conversations, and fighting for #CA41. That’s why I’m hosting my third town hall next Friday.

It was great to see so many familiar faces at the Idyllwild Indivisible march today.

While Ken Calvert is too busy serving special interests and his corporate donors to show up for the people he’s supposed to represent, we’re building a campaign truly rooted in community.

A fairytale where a reckless trade war, a weakened dollar, and an exploding national debt somehow don’t cause inflation—but magically create economic growth.
Dr. McEntarfer isn’t the one who needs to be fired. Ken Calvert is.

It’s outrageous that Trump fired the commissioner of the Bureau of Labor Statistics. All because he and Ken Calvert are driving the economy toward a recession and can’t face the truth. The jobs numbers aren’t rigged, Trump and Calvert are the ones living in a fairytale.

These programs are essential for keeping our hospitals running, yet Ken Calvert cast the deciding vote to gut them, threatening our access to care, increasing wait times at Corona Regional, Eisenhower, and Desert Regional, and driving up health care costs across this district.

60 years ago today, both parties worked together to create Medicare and Medicaid.

Now, extreme Republicans like Ken Calvert are hellbent on decimating them, selling out our seniors and working families in #CA41 to please their billionaire donors and corporate lobbyists.

I am honored to earn the endorsement of @rokhanna.bsky.social. His dedication to engaging with voters nationwide—including hosting an impressive town hall right here in Norco—embodies the leadership our party needs in this moment. I look forward to joining him in Congress.

Brandon Riker for Congress Town Hall - Palm Springs · Brandon Riker for Congress Join us in Palm Springs for a town hall with Brandon Riker for Congress. Meet Brandon and listen to his ideas for a better future for families in the Inland Empire, Idyllwild, and Coachella Valley.

That's why I am hosting a Palm Springs town hall on August 15th. You can RSVP to join us here: mobilize.us/s/9Zz8cq

Ken Calvert hasn’t hosted a town hall since 2007. That's not how I operate. I believe that #CA41 deserves a representative who actually meets voters where they're at —in their homes, coffee shops, and yes, even at town halls.

I was proud to join our Coachella Valley community at the Families First Rally today in La Quinta. Nearly 34% of #CA41 residents are on Medi-Cal, and 85% of our kids rely on school meal programs.

Ken Calvert voted to gut both, hurting our working families and exploding our debt.