‘The War Chest To Prove It’: Rep. Young Kim Nearly Outraises Dem Opponents Combined In Q1 2025

Republican California Rep. Young Kim has raised $1.29 million in the first quarter of 2025 for her 2026 reelection campaign, marking a bold stance in keeping the Golden State’s 40th congressional district red.

The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC) has labeled California’s 40th congressional district— which occupies portions of Orange, San Bernadino and Riverside Counties in Southern California— “in play” for the 2026 midterms as it looks to unseat Kim. The congresswoman’s funds place her campaign in an accelerated position as the field of Democratic challengers takes shape.

In total, the Democrats running in California’s 40th district have raised $1.38 million. Kim alone has gathered $1.29 million.

The congresswoman has raised a total of $1,285,569.61 and her cash on hand exceeds that, capping off at $2,580,292.51, according to data from the Federal Election Commission (FEC). None of her money came from self-funds, showing her to be a formidable candidate with serious donation backing.

In comparison, declared Democratic candidates in the race include art dealer Esther Kim Varet who has raised $1,006,245.12 million and has just under a million cash on hand and former school board member Christina Gagnier