Kevin Lincoln II

Kevin Lincoln II is a Republican and U.S. Marine Corps veteran who describes himself as a security company executive and pastor. He was elected mayor of Stockton in 2020, serving from 2021 to 2024, and lost a 2024 race for California's 9th Congressional District. He is running on a platform that, per his campaign website, centers on the cost of groceries, gas and housing for Valley families.[1][2]

Lincoln was born in Stockton, California, and his campaign website describes him as a third-generation Stocktonian and a U.S. Marine Corps veteran.[1][2] He earned an associate degree in business, a bachelor's degree in business management and a master's degree in executive leadership.[2] His career experience includes working as a district manager with a private security company, and Ballotpedia describes him as a security company executive and pastor.[2]

Lincoln was elected mayor of Stockton in November 2020, defeating incumbent Michael Tubbs 56.4% to 43.6% (57,276 to 44,206 votes). He served from January 1, 2021, to December 31, 2024, and did not seek re-election in 2024.[2] He ran unsuccessfully for California's 9th Congressional District in 2024, losing to incumbent Josh Harder (D), 51.8% to 48.2%.[2] After redistricting changed his district, he advanced from the June 2, 2026 top-two primary in the 13th District.[2]

Researched from the cited sources on 2026-10-21.