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California Lawmaker Accused of Stalking and Financial Abuse

3/16/2026

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California Assemblymember Joaquin Arambula faces serious allegations from his estranged wife, Elizabeth Arambula, amid their ongoing divorce.
Elizabeth Arambula alleges he stalked her during rehab and monitored her movements through family security systems.
She says he drained their bank accounts of $1 million and that she and their three daughters require $28,000 monthly for living expenses.
Joaquin Arambula earns $12,000 monthly plus a $6,000 per diem and says he voluntarily entered rehab to address his issues.

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California Assemblymember Joaquin Arambula faces serious allegations from his estranged wife, Elizabeth Arambula, amid their ongoing divorce.
Elizabeth Arambula alleges he stalked her during rehab and monitored her movements through family security systems.
She says he drained their bank accounts of $1 million and that she and their three daughters require $28,000 monthly for living expenses.
Joaquin Arambula earns $12,000 monthly plus a $6,000 per diem and says he voluntarily entered rehab to address his issues.