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Kevin
Lincoln

Republican candidate for U.S. House CA-13; former Mayor of Stockton (2021–2024) and U.S. Marine Corps veteran

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Background

Kevin Lincoln II is a Republican candidate for U.S. Representative in California's 13th Congressional District in the November 2026 general election, challenging incumbent Democrat Adam Gray. 31022 Lincoln was born in Stockton, California, describing himself as a "3rd generation Stocktonian," and previously served as Mayor of Stockton from January 2021 to December 2024, having been elected in November 2020. 1315

Before entering politics, Lincoln served in the U.S. Marine Corps, including an assignment to Marine One, and subsequently spent eight years working for a private security company in Silicon Valley. He has also been described as a former pastor and community and nonprofit leader. 1314

Lincoln holds an Associate of Arts in Business from the University of Phoenix, a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from Grand Canyon University, and a master's degree in Executive Leadership from Liberty University. 1315

His 2026 congressional campaign focuses on themes of economic growth, housing, and public safety under the slogan "Putting Our Valley First." He advanced from the June 2026 California primary to face incumbent Adam Gray in the general election. 1421

At a glance

Party
Republican
Running for
U.S. House · District 13, California
Election
Nov 3, 2026
Website
kevinlincolnforcongress.com(opens in a new tab)

Where they stand

Each position links to the page it was drawn from. Quotes are verbatim.

Timeline

  1. Oct 10
    news
    Lincoln absent from candidates forum held at the Farm Bureau; no explanation reported

    The Madera Tribune reported that Lincoln was not present at a candidates forum held at the Farm Bureau. The report did not establish a reason for his absence.

    Candidates Forum held at Farm Bureau · Oct 10, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  2. Oct 8
    poll
    CA-13 race described as competitive with scarce polling; no published 2026 poll cited

    The Orange County Register described the CA-13 race as competitive but noted that polling was scarce. No published 2026 poll showing either candidate ahead was cited by that source or other campaign analysis outlets reviewed.

    Despite Prop. 50, California has some competitive congressional districts · Oct 8, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  3. Oct 5
    news
    Congressional Leadership Fund invests more than $1.5 million in outside spending benefiting Lincoln

    Politico reported that the Congressional Leadership Fund had put more than $1.5 million into new spending benefiting Lincoln. This is outside spending, not money raised by Lincoln's own campaign committee.

    www.politico.com › newsletters › california-playbookAltman’s interview and Newsom’s limits - POLITICO · Oct 5, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  4. Oct 1
    news
    Lincoln publicly thanks Speaker Johnson for campaign support on X

    Lincoln posted on X on October 1 thanking Speaker Mike Johnson for his support, writing 'It's an honor to have your support.' Johnson also publicly urged voters to support Lincoln in a post.

    Kevin Lincoln on X · Oct 1, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  5. Sep 30
    endorsement
    House Speaker Mike Johnson campaigns for Lincoln at rally and fundraiser in Chowchilla

    House Speaker Mike Johnson traveled to Chowchilla, California to campaign for Kevin Lincoln, holding a rally and fundraiser on Lincoln's behalf, according to the Los Angeles Times.

    House Speaker Mike Johnson stumps for California ... - LA Times · Sep 30, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  6. Sep 24
    debate
    Lincoln had not responded to debate proposal from The Modesto Focus and Merced FOCUS as of September 24

    The Modesto Focus reported that incumbent Adam Gray had agreed to October debates moderated by The Modesto Focus and The Merced FOCUS, but that Lincoln had not responded to the debate proposal as of publication. No debate dates were specified.

    Politics Focus | Save the date for VotingMatters – and free tacos · Sep 24, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  7. Sep 17
    news
    Lincoln calls affordability the district's top issue, backs no tax on tips and comprehensive immigration reform

    In a report on the general-election matchup, Lincoln described affordability as the district's 'number one issue' and stated support for 'no tax on tips, no tax on overtime, no tax on Social Security.' He also said he would advocate for comprehensive immigration reform including a worker program for farmers and families. These are campaign statements, not enacted policies.

    Gray and Lincoln head to general election in CA Congressional ... · Sep 17, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  8. Sep 17
    endorsement
    Lincoln endorsed by President Trump, Speaker Johnson, and the California Republican Party

    Contemporary campaign coverage described Lincoln as endorsed by President Donald Trump, House Speaker Mike Johnson, and the California Republican Party.

    Gray and Lincoln head to general election in CA Congressional ... · Sep 17, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  9. Aug 27
    news
    California Secretary of State certifies Lincoln on the November 3 general election ballot for CA-13

    California's Secretary of State certified the candidate list for the November 3 general election, with Lincoln appearing as the Republican candidate for U.S. House District 13.

    Kevin Lincoln (R) — U.S. Representative, CA-13 | 2026 profile · Sep 24, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  10. Jun 30
    filing
    Lincoln's campaign reports ~$2.17M raised, ~$799K cash on hand through June 30 FEC quarterly filing

    Lincoln's FEC July quarterly report covering activity through June 30 showed approximately $2.17 million raised, $1.39 million spent, $799,000 cash on hand, and about $126,000 in debts. These figures do not include later receipts or outside spending.

    Kevin Lincoln (R) — U.S. Representative, CA-13 | 2026 profile · Sep 24, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  11. Jun 2
    news
    Lincoln advances through top-two primary to face incumbent Adam Gray in CA-13 general election

    Kevin Lincoln advanced from the June 2 top-two primary to face Democratic incumbent Adam Gray in California's 13th Congressional District. Gray led Lincoln by nearly 14,000 votes in the primary.

    Gray and Lincoln head to general election in CA Congressional ... · Sep 17, 2026 (opens in a new tab)

Endorsements

  • Stockton Police Officers Association organization
    Listed in iVoterGuide candidate profile; no date found. ivoterguide.com
  • Supervisor Terry Withrow official
    Listed on campaign endorsements page; no date stated. kevinlincolnforcongress.com
  • Reform California organization
    Listed on campaign endorsements page; no date stated. kevinlincolnforcongress.com
  • Representative Doug Ose (ret.) official
    Listed on campaign endorsements page; no date stated. kevinlincolnforcongress.com
  • Supervisor David Rogers official
    Listed on campaign endorsements page; no date stated. kevinlincolnforcongress.com
  • Supervisor Steve Ding official
    Listed on campaign endorsements page; no date stated. kevinlincolnforcongress.com
  • Madera County Republican Party organization
    Listed on campaign endorsements page; no date stated. kevinlincolnforcongress.com
  • Representative John Duarte (ret.) official
    Listed on campaign endorsements page; no date stated. kevinlincolnforcongress.com
  • Representative Tom McClintock official
    Listed on campaign endorsements page; no date stated. kevinlincolnforcongress.com
  • Supervisor Lloyd Pareira official
    Listed on campaign endorsements page; no date stated. kevinlincolnforcongress.com
  • Central Valley Young Republicans organization
    Listed on campaign endorsements page; no date stated. kevinlincolnforcongress.com
  • Representative Jake Ellzey official
    Listed on campaign endorsements page; no date stated. kevinlincolnforcongress.com
  • Supervisor Daron McDaniel official
    Listed on campaign endorsements page; no date stated. kevinlincolnforcongress.com
  • Stanislaus Young Republicans organization
    Listed on campaign endorsements page; no date stated. kevinlincolnforcongress.com
  • California State Senator Shannon Grove official
    Listed on campaign endorsements page; no date stated. kevinlincolnforcongress.com
  • California Republican Party organization
    Listed on campaign endorsements page; no date stated. kevinlincolnforcongress.com
  • Central Valley Impact Republicans organization
    Listed on campaign endorsements page; no date stated. kevinlincolnforcongress.com
  • House Majority Leader Steve Scalise official
    Listed on campaign endorsements page; no date stated. kevinlincolnforcongress.com
  • Assemblyman Carl DeMaio official
    Listed on campaign endorsements page; no date stated. kevinlincolnforcongress.com
  • Stanislaus County Republican Party organization
    Listed on campaign endorsements page; no date stated. kevinlincolnforcongress.com
  • Capitol Lincoln Club organization
    Listed on campaign endorsements page; no date stated. kevinlincolnforcongress.com
  • Majority Whip Tom Emmer official
    Listed on campaign endorsements page; no date stated. kevinlincolnforcongress.com
  • San Joaquin County Sheriff Pat Withrow official
    Listed on campaign endorsements page; no date stated. kevinlincolnforcongress.com
  • San Joaquin County Republican Party organization
    Listed on campaign endorsements page; no date stated. kevinlincolnforcongress.com
  • The Guardian Fund organization
    Listed on campaign endorsements page; no date stated. kevinlincolnforcongress.com
  • Chief Deputy Whip Guy Reschenthaler official
    Listed on campaign endorsements page; no date stated. kevinlincolnforcongress.com
  • Merced County Sheriff Vern Warnke official
    Listed on campaign endorsements page; no date stated. kevinlincolnforcongress.com
  • Merced County Republican Party organization
    Listed on campaign endorsements page; no date stated. kevinlincolnforcongress.com
  • California Rifle & Pistol Association organization
    Listed in iVoterGuide candidate profile; no date found. ivoterguide.com
  • Representative Vince Fong official
    Listed on campaign endorsements page; no date stated. kevinlincolnforcongress.com
  • Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association organization
    HJTA-PAC endorsed Lincoln for the 2026 general election; recommendation page dated October 11, 2026. sway.co · Oct 11, 2026
  • U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson official
    Listed on campaign endorsements page; Johnson campaigned for Lincoln in Chowchilla on September 30, 2026. kevinlincolnforcongress.com · Sep 30, 2026
  • President Donald Trump official
    Trump posted: 'Kevin Lincoln has my Complete and Total Endorsement.' trumpstruth.org · Dec 18, 2025

Campaign finance

Totals filed with the Federal Election Commission for the 2026 election cycle.

Raised
$2.24M
Spent
$1.42M
Cash on hand
$838K

As of Jun 30, 2026. Filings are periodic, so recent money may not be included yet. ↳ FEC record H4CA09093(opens in a new tab)

Sources 14

  1. [1] Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association's Voting Group | Sway(opens in a new tab) Oct 11, 2026
  2. [2] Candidates Forum held at Farm Bureau(opens in a new tab) Oct 10, 2026
  3. [3] Kevin Lincoln(opens in a new tab) Oct 9, 2026
  4. [4] Despite Prop. 50, California has some competitive congressional districts(opens in a new tab) Oct 8, 2026
  5. [5] Endorsements - Kevin Lincoln For Congress(opens in a new tab) Oct 5, 2026
  6. [6] www.politico.com › newsletters › california-playbookAltman’s interview and Newsom’s limits - POLITICO(opens in a new tab) Oct 5, 2026
  7. [7] Kevin Lincoln on X(opens in a new tab) Oct 1, 2026
  8. [8] House Speaker Mike Johnson stumps for California ... - LA Times(opens in a new tab) Sep 30, 2026
  9. [9] Issues(opens in a new tab) Sep 25, 2026
  10. [10] Kevin Lincoln (R) — U.S. Representative, CA-13 | 2026 profile(opens in a new tab) Sep 24, 2026
  11. [11] Politics Focus | Save the date for VotingMatters – and free tacos(opens in a new tab) Sep 24, 2026
  12. [12] Gray and Lincoln head to general election in CA Congressional ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 17, 2026
  13. [13] It is my Great Honor to endorse Kevin Lincoln, who ...(opens in a new tab) Dec 18, 2025
  14. [14] Mayor focuses on Stockton's accomplishments in State of ...(opens in a new tab) May 19, 2023
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