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California Candidate Apologizes for Controversial Reddit Posts

2/19/2026

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Lourin Hubbard, a California congressional candidate, apologized for past Reddit posts under the username LoHubb56 and said they do not reflect his current views.
Hubbard is running to unseat Democratic Rep. Jim Costa.
His campaign focuses on Medicare for all and affordable childcare.
California's 21st district has shifted to a Democratic-leaning stance due to redistricting.
Hubbard previously ran for Congress in 2022, finishing second in a special election.

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Lourin Hubbard, a California congressional candidate, apologized for past Reddit posts under the username LoHubb56 and said they do not reflect his current views.
Hubbard is running to unseat Democratic Rep. Jim Costa.
His campaign focuses on Medicare for all and affordable childcare.
California's 21st district has shifted to a Democratic-leaning stance due to redistricting.
Hubbard previously ran for Congress in 2022, finishing second in a special election.