Press Release

Fresno’s First Strong Mayor, 10-Year Lawmaker says Magsig “Demonstrating He Is the Leader” CA-05 needs.

FRESNO, CALIF. — Fresno County Supervisor Nathan Magsig is proud to announce that he has secured the support of Assemblyman Jim Patterson (R–Fresno) for his bid in the new 5th Congressional District.

Patterson, the first strong mayor in the history of the City of Fresno and a 10-year veteran of the California State Assembly, is a dogged advocate for Fresno County and the San Joaquin Valley in Sacramento.

Through redistricting, 52 percent of the 5th Congressional district overlaps with Patterson’s new 8th Assembly District.

“I’ve spent the past few weeks touring the seven counties in my new district and, whether it’s in Sonora or Mariposa, voters and local leaders have brought up one name in this race: Nathan Magsig,” Patterson said. “Nathan is already demonstrating that he is the leader the Gold Country and San Joaquin Valley need in Washington. I’m proud to have his back and can’t wait to work with him as our Congressman.”

Magsig issued the following statement regarding Patterson’s endorsement:

“I am honored and blessed to have the trust and support of a true fighter like Assemblyman Patterson,” Magsig said. “Throughout my time in Clovis and on the Board of Supervisors, I am proud to have had a strong relationship with Assemblyman Patterson to help improve our community. Now, I’m excited to take that partnership and fight for our region in Congress to ensure a stronger and safer Central California for all of us.”

Patterson joins a growing list of local Central California leaders and organizations in supporting new leadership for California’s 5th Congressional District, including:

Stanislaus County Supervisor Vito Chiesa
California Assembly GOP Leader & Stanislaus Co. Supervisor Kristin Olsen (Ret.)
California Sen. Anthony Cannella (Ret.)
Fresno County Sheriff Margaret Mims
Fresno County Supervisor Buddy Mendes
Fresno County Auditor-Controller Oscar Garcia
Fresno County Sheriff Steve Magarian (Ret.)
Fresno County Supervisor Stan Oken (Ret.)
Fresno County Supervisor Phil Larson (Ret.)
Madera County Supervisor David Rogers
Madera County Supervisor Brett Frazier
Madera County Supervisor Tom Wheeler
Empire Union School District Trustee Nicolas Bavaro
Tuolumne County Supervisor Jaron Brandon
Mariposa County Supervisor Miles Menetrey
Clovis City Mayor Jose Flores
Clovis City Council Member Vong Mouanoutoua
Clovis City Council Member Drew Bessinger
Fresno County Prosecutors Association
Kings County Supervisor Doug Verboon
Kings County Supervisor Craig Pedersen
Kingsburg Councilwoman Michelle Roman
Tulare County Supervisor Pete VanderPoel
Tulare County Supervisor Amy Shuklian
Tulare County Supervisor Larry Micari

Modesto Bee’s “Proven Vote-Getters” trust Magsig to deliver for Stanislaus County

MODESTO, CALIF. – Nathan Magsig, Fresno County Supervisor and candidate for the new 5th Congressional District, is proud to announce that he has secured the support of three top Republican leaders in Stanislaus County:

• Stanislaus County Supervisor Vito Chiesa
• California State Senator Anthony Cannella (Ret.)
• California Assembly GOP Leader, Stanislaus County Supervisor, and California Republican Party Vice Chair Kristin Olsen (Ret.)

Stanislaus County is the single-largest county in the newly-drawn 5th Congressional district, encompassing 38% of the electorate in the new district.

Each of the three local leaders were referenced in a January The Modesto Bee column as “proven vote-getters… who know and love” Stanislaus County.

Here’s why they trust Nathan Magsig to fight for Stanislaus County in Congress, representing the 5th District:

“Nathan Magsig has demonstrated a commitment to Stanislaus County and willingness to stand up for our community,” Olsen said. “In Congress, he won’t just hear our voice, he’s prepared to be our voice.”

“Voters in Modesto and Turlock deserve a Congressman who will fight for them and deliver common sense solutions to our region’s biggest problems – from lowering the cost of living to increasing our water supplies,” Cannella said. “In my mind, there’s only one choice: Nathan Magsig.”

“As a fellow County Supervisor, we need a strong partner in Washington who will ensure that Stanislaus County isn’t left behind,” Chiesa said. “I’m supporting Nathan Magsig because he intimately knows the issues and has practical, straight-forward solutions to help improve the quality of life here.”

Magsig issued the following statement regarding the endorsements from these Stanislaus County leaders:

“I’m honored and humbled to have the support of Supervisor Chiesa, Senator Cannella, and Leader Olsen. Together, they have delivered considerable results for the residents of Stanislaus County in various posts, both locally and in Sacramento. I am excited to keep that Stanislaus County tradition of responsive, effective leadership in Washington as our Congressman.”

FRESNO, CALIF. — Fresno County Supervisor Nathan Magsig issued the following statement regarding California congressional elections:

This morning, I’m excited to announce my candidacy for California’s 5th Congressional District.

The seat, which covers much of California Gold Country and key portions of the San Joaquin Valley, draws into portions of my Fresno County Supervisorial district near to my heart.

Since I was elected to the Fresno County Board of Supervisors in 2016, I have made it my goal to be a strong voice for the residents of the Sierra foothills and communities on the Valley floor.

In 2020, that goal became a mission.

Wide swaths of Fresno County foothills were turned to ash in the Creek Fire, at the time the worst wildfire in California’s history.

While Gov. Gavin Newsom and Kamala Harris staged photo-ops in the rubble, I spent weeks coordinating with Cal Fire and U.S. Forest Service fire crews to relieve the burden of communicating to my neighbors about rescue operations and whether their homes were still standing.

Out of the ashes, I’ve fought harder than ever against the legal tricks utilized by well-funded, far-flung environmental groups to turn every available law and regulation into stumbling blocks to responsibly manage our forests, making wildfires deadlier in the process.

In recent weeks, I’ve heard from too many residents and neighbors calling for someone in Washington that fully embraces the word “Representative” – not just a strong voice, but a leader who listens to the needs of their neighbors.

It’s a tall mountain to climb to be that kind of leader. But in the 5th District, we’re not afraid of a little uphill battle.

I did not reach today’s decision lightly.

More than a month ago, I announced my candidacy to replace an incredible leader, Rep. Devin Nunes.

In the ensuing weeks, it has become clear that the pathway for an all-but-certain June special election for the old 22nd Congressional district means that the winner of the race will serve in Congress for no more than 40 working days.

After prayerful reflection and consultation with my family and supporters, our region deserves longer term leadership in Congress. For that reason, I am foregoing the 22nd District Special Election.

I’m excited to roll up my sleeves, hit the road, and meet with neighbors across the 5th District to share my vision for restoring local control, keeping our communities and forests safe, and delivering water supplies to the Central Valley.