I am well qualified to serve, receiving my undergraduate degree from Salve Regina University with a concentration in Political Science/Law.  I’m a Marian Bergeson Excellence in Public Service Series graduate, former California Women’s Leadership Association Executive Director, and State Finance Director for the California Young Republican Federation.

I’ve served California residents as Field Representative for a prominent U.S. Congressman – and at the California Policy Center, working to secure a more prosperous future for all Californians. 

I am a mother and Vice President of a small business. I would be honored to be your dedicated public servant and serve you in the California State Assembly. 

Government of the people, by the people, for the people.

I am a father, husband, the current Mayor of Temecula, and I am running to represent California's 71st Assembly District.

My own story began as the child of a single mother in low-income housing. Watching my mother get her nursing degree and lift our family out of poverty instilled in me a powerful resolve and belief in the promise of America - and the determination to do everything I can to preserve it. Today, I have over two decades of experience in research, higher education, public safety, and public policy. This experience spans the private, public, nonprofit, and academic sectors.

I have served on the Temecula City Council since 2014. I held the office of Mayor in 2018, and was appointed to serve as Mayor again in 2022. I served as the state's first Chairman of the California Bureau of Cannabis Control Advisory Board, and currently represent Temecula in the League of California Cities, the National League of Cities, and the Riverside County Transportation Commission.

I believe that government should encourage growth, not restrain it. I am a conservative, I support funding our police, and I will fight to reduce regulation on small business, and slash middle-class taxes.

My life is an example that with hard work and opportunity, even a kid from public housing can become mayor and live the California dream. I will fight for this dream so it’s in reach for future generations to come.

I reside in Temecula with my wife and daughter. I earned a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree from the University of Nevada – Reno, a Ph.D. from UC Davis and San Diego State University, and a law degree from the University of San Diego.

Visit www.rahnforassembly.com to learn more about my campaign.

A Constitutional Conservative and champion for Public Safety first. I am a team player, driven by service not ego –

It is critically important to ensure that the right person represent our communities at all levels of government. It is through that lens that I believe I am that person for the 71st Assembly District. My background, experience, education, and expertise includes over two decades of dedicated public service, eight years as a City Councilmember and Mayor, and a successful career that has capably prepared me for this opportunity. I have strong relationships in the region and in Sacramento.

California has been failing at the basics: crime, inflation, homelessness, affordability, water, fire protection… the list goes on. I’m running to change that. As Mayor of Temecula, I have a proven track record of success that I want to bring to the state level. I increased funding for our police in the face of the “Defund the Police” movement. I spearheaded homeless outreach programs that don’t just throw money at the problem, but actually make meaningful change. I’ve passed balanced budgets and even increased our city’s reserves during the COVID-19 crisis. I coordinated the effort to bring higher education to Temecula and a new college campus. I was able to bring over $100 million in transportation funding for solving traffic issues on the I-15. I've advocated and supported initiatives for parent's choice in their child's education. 

I believe in results and making the best decision for my constituents, not the  politically correct one. I will fight for our safety and quality of life in Sacramento.