Biography
Urson Russell is the Republican candidate for California State Assembly District 73 in the November 3, 2026 general election, where he faces incumbent Cottie Petrie-Norris.[1][2] He is a business executive who lists his profession as chief operating officer.[2]
Urson Russell graduated from Newport Harbor High School.[2] In a 2026 Ballotpedia survey, he said he is a lifelong Southern Californian who has built businesses in operations, logistics and manufacturing for 30 years.[3] He said he co-founded a company that pioneered lithium golf car fleets, helped launch a wearable camera company and now produces reusable storage bags.[3]
Russell advanced from the June 2, 2026 primary.[2] In the survey, he described himself as an advocate for accountability, limited government, public safety and economic freedom.[3]
- 1.California State Assembly elections, 2026 · Ballotpedia Reference
- 2.Urson Russell · Ballotpedia Reference
- 3.Urson Russell — Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey (2026) · Ballotpedia Candidate's own words
Researched from the cited sources on 2026-10-21. Not yet independently fact-checked.
California Assembly District 73
Urson Russell is on the Nov 3, 2026 ballot for California Assembly District 73 as R. Not researched in depth — candidate list only.
