Mark Gonzalez (politician)

Mark J. Gonzalez is an American politician who is currently a member of the California State Assembly since 2024.[1] Prior to his election to the State Assembly, he was the chair of the Los Angeles County Democratic Party and was a Presidential elector.[2][3] In January 2021, he was chosen as one of California's 55 electors after he was appointed by U.S. Representative Jimmy Gomez.[4] In 2024, Gonzalez announced that he would be running to succeed Miguel Santiago in the California State Assembly election.[5] In March 2024, he stepped down as chair of the LA County Democratic Party during his run for State Assembly.
Gonzalez (left) with Assemblymembers Miguel Santiago and Rick Zbur in 2024.
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