Michelle Rodriguez (politician)

Michelle Rodriguez
Member of the California State Assembly
from the 53rd district
Incumbent
Assumed office
December 5, 2024
Preceded byFreddie Rodriguez
Personal details
Born (1979-04-17) April 17, 1979 (age 45)
Ontario, California
Political partyDemocratic
SpouseFreddie Rodriguez
Children4
EducationCalifornia State University, Sacramento

Michelle Rodriguez (born April 17, 1979) is an American politician in the California State Assembly representing the 53rd district. Elected in 2024 to succeed her husband, Freddie Rodriguez, she previously served on the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training.

Early life and education

Rodriguez was born and raised in Ontario, California. She graduated from California State University, Sacramento.

Career

In 2024, Rodriguez ran for the California State Assembly to succeed her husband, Freddie Rodriguez, who was term-limited. Backed by strong business support, Michelle emerged as the frontrunner, defeating a Republican opponent in the general election.[1] Her victory also blocked Robert Torres, son of Norma Torres, from claiming the Assembly seat that previously held by his mother.[2][3] Her legislative priorities included advancing universal healthcare, addressing homelessness, and improving education.[4]

Personal life

Rodriguez lives in Pomona with her husband, former Assemblymember Freddie Rodriguez. The couple have four children.

Electoral history

2024 California's 53rd State Assembly district election
Primary election
Party Candidate Votes %
Republican Nick Wilson 23,050 43.0
Democratic Michelle Rodriguez 10,835 20.2
Democratic Robert S. Torres 8,894 16.6
Democratic Javier Hernandez 8,422 15.7
Democratic Carlos Goytia 2,358 4.4
Total votes 53,559 100.0
General election
Democratic Michelle Rodriguez
Republican Nick Wilson
Total votes 100.0

References

  1. ^ Tat, Linh (November 6, 2024). "2024 Election Results: Latest on California state Assembly races in LA County". Los Angeles Daily News.
  2. ^ Katzenberger, Tyler; Gardniner, Dustin. "Meet the new kids". Politico.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link)
  3. ^ Horseman, Jeff (December 5, 2024). "These are the winners of the Nov. 5 election in the Inland Valley". Inland Valley Daily Bulletin.
  4. ^ Sosa, Anabel (February 1, 2024). "Your guide to California's Assembly District 53 race: Inland Empire". Los Angeles Times.