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October 06, 2026

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce announced its endorsement of Candidate Jim Desmond for California's Forty-Eighth Congressional District. The U.S. Chamber endorses candidates for federal office who will support policies that drive innovation, grow the economy, and create opportunities for American businesses and workers. 

“As a navy veteran, mayor, and San Diego County Supervisor, Jim Desmond has demonstrated a steadfast commitment to serving his community and driving commonsense solutions that help local businesses hire, grow, and invest,” said Jennings Imel, Vice President at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. “Jim Desmond understands that free enterprise solutions that allow businesses to build and workers to keep more of their hard-earned money are the keys to improving affordability. The U.S. Chamber is proud to endorse Jim Desmond, and we look forward to working with him in the next Congress.” 

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About the U.S. Chamber of Commerce 

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is the world’s largest business organization representing companies of all sizes across every sector of the economy. Our members range from the small businesses and local chambers of commerce that line the Main Streets of America to leading industry associations and large corporations. For more than 114 years, we have advocated for pro-business policies that help businesses create jobs and grow our economy.