I'm running for Supervisor because every family deserves a future they can afford. That means safe neighborhoods, reliable transit, clean air, and a roof over their heads. I’m running for Supervisor to fight for bold climate action, reliable and resilient infrastructure, and housing policies that put working people first. Together, the next generation of leadership can build a future that leaves no one behind."
-Kyle Krahel,
Candidate for San Diego County
Supervisor, District 5
About Kyle
Kyle Krahel is a lifelong Californian, raised in Oceanside, and driven by a deep commitment to public service and progressive leadership.
He graduated valedictorian of his high school and went on to earn a degree in Government from Harvard University. That academic foundation propelled him into roles that bridge grassroots advocacy with policy implementation.
In 2025, Kyle was unanimously elected Chair of the San Diego County Democratic Party. In this role, he leads strategy and operations for one of the most dynamic Democratic organizations in the country.
Kyle also serves as Deputy Chief of Staff and District Director to Congressman Mike Levin (D-CA), where he oversees constituent services and district operations, helping translate federal policy into local impact.
His earlier public service includes roles as Planning Commissioner for the City of Oceanside, where he pushed for housing solutions and responsible development, and as a staffer to Oceanside Mayor Esther Sanchez. Kyle also worked on several Democratic campaigns on the East Coast before returning home to California.
His policy priorities reflect his values: compassionate homelessness solutions, strong public transit, workers’ rights, education funding, and criminal justice reform.
Key Issues
Housing
I support smart growth and faster approvals to address the urgent need for housing at all income levels. We need to build responsibly near jobs and transit so families can afford to live in walkable, livable communities.
Climate
Our climate crisis has put us on a path to an unlivable planet. We need a significant reduction in our GHG emissions by 2030. California has a plan to achieve that reduction using mitigation measures, and I will work for its implementation. We also need science-based climate adaptations, such as fire prevention, flood control, beach retention, water conservation, and putting less plastic into our Ocean.
Transit
I support expanding public transit while recognizing that most San Diegans still rely on their cars. We need balanced investments that improve mobility, reduce traffic, and make commuting safer and more efficient for everyone.
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Homelessness
We need to do more to connect people experiencing homelessness with mental health care, substance use treatment, and shelter. But we also have to enforce the laws already on the books and hold repeat offenders and system abusers accountable.
Kyle in the Media
Kyle has been sharing his priorities with San Diego County: making life more affordable, lowering health care costs, and fighting for our communities.
Check out his media appearances below:
Endorsements
I’m proud to be endorsed by leaders from
every corner of San Diego County, including:
San Diego County’s Entire
Democratic Congressional Delegation:
Mike Levin, Juan Vargas, Scott Peters & Sara Jacobs
State Senators
Toni Atkins, Catherine Blakespear & Steve Padilla
Assemblymembers
Tasha Boerner & Darshana Patel
Over 40 Regional Elected
& Community Leaders:
Mayors
Esther Sanchez (Oceanside), Lesa Heebner (Solana Beach)
City Councilmembers
& County Supervisors
Monica Montgomery Steppe
(San Diego County),
Katrina Foley (Orange County),
Corinna Contreras, Katie Melendez,
Dan O’Donnell (Vista),
Priya Bhat-Patel, Teresa Acosta, Kevin Shin (Carlsbad), Raul Campillo,
Stephen Whitburn, Marni von Wilpert (San Diego),
Jewel Edson (Solana Beach),
John Spelich (Del Mar),
Sergio Farias (San Juan Capistrano), Michael Inzunza (Chula Vista)
School & College Board Leaders
Rick Shea (San Diego County Board of Education), Cipriano Vargas,
Martha Alvarado, and Rena Marrocco (Vista Unified School District),
Roberto Rodriguez (Palomar College Board),
Raye Clendening & Heather Conklin (MiraCosta College District),
Mike Blessing, Eleanor Evans,
Stacy Begin, & Nancy Licona (Oceanside Unified School District),
Cody Petterson (San Diego Unified School District),
Kathy Rallings, & Michelle Tsutagawa Ward (Carlsbad Unified School District)
Healthcare, Infrastructure District
& Community Leaders:
Jennifer Kerschbaum
(Vallecitos Water District),
Adela Sanchez & Nina Chaya,
(Tri-City Medical Board),
Phyllis Dominguez (Oceanside Treasurer),
Nadia Farjood
(Grossmont Healthcare District),
Bruce Gaffney (Army Combat Veteran)
Former Elected Officials:
Francine Busby, Chuck Lowery,Tony Kranz,
Paul McNamara, Peter Zahn, Dwight Worden,
Bill Fischer, Chris Duncan, Jerry Harmon, Carlos Ulloa
Contact Us
Paid for by Kyle Krahel for San Diego
County Supervisor 2026, 374 N. Coast Hwy 101 Suite 2, Encinitas, CA 92024