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September 25, 2026

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce announced its endorsement of Rep. Jay Obernolte for California's Twenty-Third 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 an accomplished small business owner, Congressman Jay Obernolte intimately understands the pressures faced by California small businesses and how to effectively advocate on their behalf,” said Jennings Imel, Vice President at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. “Congressman Obernolte has a strong record of supporting pro-growth, free market policies that help California small businesses and families succeed, and the U.S. Chamber is proud to support his reelection to California’s 23rdcongressional district.” 

“On behalf of the Greater High Desert Chamber of Commerce and our local business community, we want to recognize Congressman Jay Obernolte for his continued support and advocacy on behalf of businesses throughout the High Desert. His willingness to listen to local business owners, understand the challenges they face, and bring those concerns forward at the federal level is an important part of strengthening our local economy," said Mark Creffield, President/CEO, Greater High Desert Chamber of Commerce. "Our region’s businesses are the foundation of our communities, creating jobs, investing locally, and helping make the High Desert a great place to live and work. We appreciate Congressman Obernolte’s engagement with our business community and his commitment to ensuring that the voices of High Desert businesses are represented in Washington." 

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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.