Cristian Morales
R
Advanced from the June 2, 2026 top-two primary, defeating two Democratic candidates.
Cristian Morales is the Republican candidate in the 43rd District. He is a director of operations who previously ran as a Republican candidate for California governor in 2022.[2]
Little public record found for this candidate.
Background
- Born in Guatemala City, Guatemala; his family immigrated to the United States during the 1970s.[2][3]
- Earned a bachelor's degree in management from Purdue University in 2002 and a graduate degree in industrial and labor relations from Cornell University in 2008.[2]
- Spent more than 20 years working in manufacturing (automotive, aerospace and defense industries) as a director of operations leading multicultural teams.[3]