NEWS
Dixon Earns the Early Endorsement of the Republican Party of Orange County
May 21, 2025
Newport Beach, CA -- In case you missed it, the Republican Party of Orange County held an early endorsement meeting to endorse candidates. One election in particular stood out as a priority for the Republican Party of Orange County, as they united behind Assemblywoman Diane Dixon in the election for the Orange County Board of Supervisors 5th District.
In their announcement press release, Chairman Will O’Neill stated:
“Every day that Democrat Katrina Foley holds office is a day closer to turning Orange County into Los Angeles. Foley's leftist policies and her online admiration of Gavin Newsom and Joe Biden are out of touch with her conservative district. Assembly Member Diane Dixon brings back common sense and local vision. Dixon will win back the majority on the Orange County Board of Supervisors and protect Orange County.”
It is extremely rare for the Republican party to jump behind a single candidate this early in an election season, a testament to Diane Dixon’s viability as a candidate. The endorsement sends a strong message that Republicans are focused and united in the battle for a Republican majority on the Board of Supervisors.
The 5th District is currently represented by Democrat Katrina Foley and includes the cities of Aliso Viejo, Costa Mesa, Dana Point, a portion of Irvine, Laguna Beach, Laguna Hills, Laguna Niguel, Laguna Woods, Newport Beach, San Clemente, San Juan Capistrano, as well as the unincorporated areas of Coto De Caza, Emerald Bay, Ladera Ranch, Las Flores, Rancho Mission Viejo, Stonecliffe and Wagon Wheel.
Diane Dixon spent 40 years in the private sector as a business executive before being elected to the Newport Beach City Council in 2014, where she served two terms as Mayor. She was elected to the State Assembly in 2022 and overwhelmingly reelected in 2024. She recently received an “A” rating from the Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association for her efforts on behalf of taxpayers.
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Diane Dixon Releases Strong List of Local Endorsements in Campaign for Orange County Supervisor
May 16, 2025
Newport Beach, CA - Today, Assemblywoman Diane Dixon announced a strong list of local endorsements in her campaign for Orange County Supervisor. The coalition proves Dixon has widespread support at the grassroots level after announcing her campaign against incumbent Katrina Foley just a few short weeks ago.
Dixon’s coalition includes representatives such as Former U.S. Representative Mimi Walters and community leaders throughout Orange County, with more endorsements to follow. Today’s announcement includes:
Supervisor Don Wagner
Supervisor Janet Nguyen
Former Supervisor Pat Bates
Former Assembly Republican Leader Curt Pringle
Former Supervisor Jim Silva
Mike Munzing, Councilman, Aliso Viejo
Jeff Pettis, Councilman, Costa Mesa
Mike Buley, Councilman, Costa Mesa
John Gabbard, Councilman, Dana Point
Jamey Federico, Councilman, Dana Point
Joe Stapleton, Mayor, Newport Beach
Brad Avery, Councilman, Newport Beach
Michelle Barto, Councilman, Newport Beach
Robyn Grant, Councilmember, Newport Beach
Will O'Neill, Former Mayor, Newport Beach
Tony Petros, Former Councilman, Newport Beach
Christina Shea, Former Mayor, Irvine
Mike Carroll, Councilman, Irvine
James Mai, Councilman, Irvine
Erica Pezold, Councilwoman, Laguna Hills
Janine Heft, Councilwoman, Laguna Hills
David Wheeler, Councilman, Laguna Hills
Ray Gennawey, Councilman, Laguna Niguel
Stephanie Winstead, Councilmember, Laguna Niguel
Gene Johns, Councilman, Laguna Niguel
Robert Pequeno, Councilman Lake Forest
Steve Knoblock, Councilman, San Clemente
“The overwhelming support coming from the Orange County community has been humbling,” said Dixon. “Everywhere I go, people tell me they have lost faith in their representative and that they don’t have a voice on the Board of Supervisors. They see crime rates rising, homelessness getting worse and nothing ever changes. I’m going to be that change. I will be a voice for the community and that’s why I’m running.”
Diane Dixon spent 40 years in the private sector as a business executive before being elected to the Newport Beach City Council in 2014, where she served two terms as Mayor. She was elected to the State Assembly in 2022 and overwhelmingly reelected in 2024. She recently received an “A” rating from the Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association for her efforts on behalf of taxpayers.
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Senator Tony Strickland and Assemblywoman Laurie Davies Endorse Diane Dixon for Supervisor
May 6, 2025
Newport Beach, Calif. – Today, Assemblywoman Diane Dixon announced that she has received the endorsements of both Senator Tony Strickland and Assemblywoman Laurie Davies for the Orange County Board of Supervisors. Both Strickland and Davies represent major portions of the 5th Supervisorial District of which Dixon is seeking election to in 2026.
“Orange County is facing an uncertain future because of a failure of leadership. I’m supporting Diane Dixon because I need someone at the local level who will fight alongside me as I work to undo the destructive polices that have plagued our area for far too long. We need someone who will stand up and embrace change, not be a rubber stamp to the liberal policies of Sacramento. Diane Dixon will be an ally at the local level to bring those changes. I look forward to working with her as Supervisor.”
Senator Tony Strickland, 36th District
"Diane Dixon is the right person to be our next Supervisor. Diane Dixon has done an exemplary job as the Mayor of her city and has delivered as a State Representative. We need a change of direction at the county level to combat the public safety and homeless issues we are facing. Diane will bring a fresh perspective to the Board and that is very valuable."
Assemblywoman Laurie Davies, 74th District
Diane Dixon spent 40 years in the private sector as a business executive before being elected to the Newport Beach City Council in 2014, where she served two terms as Mayor. She was elected to the State Assembly in 2022 and overwhelmingly reelected in 2024. She recently received an “A” rating from the Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association for her efforts on behalf of taxpayers.
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Assemblywoman Diane Dixon to run for the Orange County Board of Supervisors
April 24, 2025
NEWPORT BEACH, CA -- Assemblywoman Diane Dixon announced today that she will run for the Orange County Board of Supervisors in 2026, taking on incumbent Katrina Foley in the 5th District.
“I have always believed that the government closest to the people is the best government, the one most likely to serve the people’s needs without abusing their pocketbooks,” said Dixon. “On a daily basis the Board of Supervisors has more direct impact on the lives of Orange County’s citizens than does the State Legislature. That’s where I believe I can do the most good.”
As a Supervisor, Dixon vows to fight government corruption, support public safety and protect taxpayers.
“Orange County has suffered from far too many corruption scandals in recent years and we have seen millions of tax dollars meant to help people, diverted for personal use or to advance personal agendas,” said Dixon. “We need to clean up county government and demand accountability.
“My opponent, Katrina Foley, ran on a platform of reducing homelessness and fighting crime, yet homelessness and crime are both higher today than when she took office. It’s time for a new approach and new ideas,” Dixon said.
Diane Dixon spent 40 years in the private sector as a business executive before being elected to the Newport Beach City Council in 2014, where she served two terms as Mayor. She was elected to the State Assembly in 2022 and overwhelmingly reelected in 2024. She recently received an “A” rating from the Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association for her efforts on behalf of taxpayers.
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