Jay Obernolte — U.S. Representative (CA-23)
Category: Federal Legislator — U.S. Representative
Role: U.S. Representative, California’s 23rd Congressional District (2021–present); House Science, Space & Technology Committee
Priority: P2
Basis for Inclusion
Subject Classification: Public Official — serving U.S. Representative
Basis for Inclusion: Voted to reject certified Electoral College results from Arizona on January 6, 2021.
What Is Not the Basis for Inclusion: Policy positions or party affiliation.
Who Is Jay Obernolte?
James Paul Obernolte (born August 18, 1970, Redlands, California) is a Republican U.S. Representative serving California’s 23rd Congressional District since 2021. He holds a B.S. from CalTech and an M.S. in AI from UCLA, making him one of the most technically credentialed members of Congress. He serves on the House Science, Space & Technology Committee. Obernolte was not in Congress when the amicus brief was filed and voted only on the Arizona objection.
Documented Actions: 2020 Election
January 6–7, 2021: Voted to Reject Certified Electoral College Results
SourceGovTrack.us; Ballotpedia.Jay Obernolte voted YEA on the House objection to Arizona’s certified electoral results.
Accountability Status
Current status: Serving as U.S. Representative (CA-23rd)
Legal exposure: No known criminal charges or investigations
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Sources
- Wikipedia, “Jay Obernolte”
- GovTrack.us, Rep. Jay Obernolte
Last Updated: May 22, 2026
Profile Status: Active — currently serving