Michael Gates

Environment / Energy Defend the authority of cities and counties to make land-use decisions that reflect local environmental conditions and community priorities Civil Rights Enforce existing election laws to ensure voter rolls are accurate, secure, and lawfully maintained Criminal Justice / Public Safety Enforcing laws against open drug use, encampments, and trafficking Education Defend parents’ rights to be informed and involved in their children’s education Legislation Enforce Title IX statewide in all sports and education Government Reform Partner with federal and local law enforcement to dismantle complex fraud schemes that drain California’s economy. Government Reform Demand full transparency with real public reporting and independent audits. Environment / Energy Protect sensitive coastal zones, wildlife habitats, water supplies, and high fire-risk areas from reckless or unlawful development Guns Focus enforcement on violent criminals, gangs and repeat offenders – not responsible gun owners Guns Defend the Second Amendment rights of law-abiding Californians Taxes / Budget Defend taxpayers by suing to recover lost funds and strengthening enforcement tools to prevent future abuse. Criminal Justice / Public Safety Reject policies that force police to act as social workers instead of crime fighters Criminal Justice / Public Safety Restore accountability throughout the criminal justice system Government Reform Protect lawful access to the ballot while preventing fraud, abuse, and administrative failures Government Reform Hold public officials and private contractors accountable when they misuse funds. Criminal Justice / Public Safety Defend law enforcement officers who are sued for doing their jobs Environment / Energy Enforce environmental laws where high-density development threatens coastal zones, wildlife habitats, water supplies, and fire-risk areas Criminal Justice / Public Safety Prioritize prosecution of violent and repeat offenders Housing Defend the constitutional authority of cities and counties to control zoning, land use, and housing decisions Criminal Justice / Public Safety Partner with local prosecutors and law enforcement to keep communities safe