John McGinness’ 2026 General Election endorsements reflect a focus on public safety, government accountability, fiscal responsibility, and experienced leadership. Voters reviewing the John McGinness Election Guide will find recommendations for statewide and local candidates whom he believes are best positioned to address California’s challenges, including crime, homelessness, affordability, infrastructure, and government transparency.

The guide is designed to provide listeners and voters with a straightforward resource that highlights each race, compares candidates, and offers McGinness’ perspective based on his decades of experience in law enforcement, public service, and political analysis. Whether voters ultimately agree with every endorsement or not, the goal is to encourage informed participation and thoughtful consideration before casting a ballot in the November 2026 election.

John McGinness’ 2026 Candidate Endorsement Guide

Missing offices mean no endorsement.

Statewide Offices

Governor
Steve Hilton (R)

Lieutenant Governor
Gloria Romero (R)

Secretary of State
Don Wagner (R)

Controller
Herb W. Morgan (R)

Treasurer
Jennifer Hawks (R)

Attorney General
Michael E. Gates (R)

Superintendent of Public Instruction
Sonja Shaw (NP)

Board of Equalization District 1
Shannon Grove (R)

Area California Congressional Races

CA-01
Redding / Yuba-Sutter
James Gallagher (R)

CA-03
Rancho Cordova / Folsom / Elk Grove
Robb Tucker (R)

CA-05
Placer / El Dorado / Lake Tahoe
Tom McClintock (R)

CA-06
Roseville / Auburn / Placer County
Kevin Kiley (I)

CA-07
West Sacramento / Downtown Sacramento
Doris Matsui (D)

CA-08
Davis / Woodland / Vacaville
Rudy Recile (R)

CA-09
Stockton / Lodi / Tracy
John McBride (R)

CA-10
Contra Costa / Walnut Creek / Concord
Jeff Frese (R)

CA-13
Modesto / Merced / Turlock
Kevin Lincoln (R)

CA-15
San Mateo / South San Francisco
Charles Hoelter (R)

CA-16
Palo Alto / Mountain View / Cupertino
Peter Sundin Soule (R)

CA-17
North San Jose / Milpitas / Silicon Valley
Ritesh Tandon (R)

About John McGinness

John McGinness is former Sacramento County Sheriff and a veteran Northern California broadcaster who brings decades of public safety, government, and community leadership experience to the airwaves. As host of The John McGinness Show on KFBK NewsRadio, John has straightforward discussions, in-depth interviews, and analysis of the issues affecting California, and the nation.

Listen live on KFBK NewsRadio 1530 AM and 93.1 FM, podcast, and stream John McGinness anytime on the iHeartRadio app. Whether it’s election coverage, local issues, or the day’s biggest headlines, The John McGinness Show keeps Sacramento informed, engaged, and connected.