Brian Goldsmith
Democratic
State Senator, 24th District
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Overview
Brian Goldsmith is a political strategist and small business owner.1 He has worked as a journalist, media consultant, political advisor and entrepreneur.2 He was a senior adviser to the Democratic Majority for Israel PAC, helping elect pro-Israel politicians to Congress.3
Goldsmith supports extending the Tenant Protection Act and opposes further state-mandated upzoning, saying it can harm low- and middle-income renters.4 He does not support SB 79.5 He proposes increasing the Homeless Housing Assistance and Prevention Program to $1 billion annually.6 His campaign says he backs dedicated funding for universal child care starting at six months and a public health care option.6 He supports a temporary gas tax repeal and opposes closing refineries when the alternative is trucking in fuel.1
Campaign money
- Reporting period
- July 1 to September 19, 2026
- Raised
- $481,973
- Cash on hand
- $182,331
| Source | Amount | Share of money raised |
|---|---|---|
| Small gifts (under $100) | $685 | Under 1% |
| Gifts from people ($100 or more) | $424,188 | 88% |
| PACs and other committees | $43,700 | 9% |
| Businesses and other groups | $13,400 | 3% |
Large contributions reported since September 19, 2026: $1,833,050 in 86 gifts. Of this, $1,600,000 came from the candidate. See the large contribution reports.
Source: California Secretary of State filings for Brian Goldsmith for State Senate 2026
Endorsements
Sources
- Brian Goldsmith, Senate District 24 candidate, 2026 election questionnaire, Los Angeles Daily News. Viewed Wednesday, October 14, 2026.
- The Brian Goldsmith Interview. A Legislative Blueprint for a Better California, CityWatch LA. Viewed Wednesday, October 14, 2026.
- Brian Goldsmith’s Senate Bid Rooted in Fighting Antisemitism in California, Jewish Journal. Viewed Wednesday, October 14, 2026.
- Questionnaire for State Senate District 24, SMRR questionnaire. Viewed Wednesday, October 14, 2026.
- Goldsmith hopes to reimagine the 'California dream' as SD24 representative, Beverly Press. Viewed Wednesday, October 14, 2026.
- Issues — Brian Goldsmith for CA State Senate, Brian Goldsmith campaign. Viewed Wednesday, October 14, 2026.
- Endorsement: Brian Goldsmith for Senate District 24, Los Angeles Daily News. Viewed Wednesday, October 14, 2026.
- Endorsement: Brian Goldsmith for Senate District 24, Daily Breeze. Viewed Wednesday, October 14, 2026.
- California Environmental Voters endorses Brian Goldsmith for state Senate, Santa Monica Daily Press. Viewed Wednesday, October 14, 2026.
- Santa Monica Democratic Club endorses Goldsmith for state Senate, Santa Monica Daily Press. Viewed Wednesday, October 14, 2026.
- Endorsements, Brian Goldsmith for CA State Senate. Viewed Wednesday, October 14, 2026.
- Assemblywoman Irwin Endorses Goldsmith for State Senate, Beverly Hills Courier. Viewed Wednesday, October 14, 2026.
- Goldsmith Expands Support After Leading Democratic Caucus Vote, Westside Current. Viewed Wednesday, October 14, 2026.
- Meister to Erickson: Not You. Endorses Brian Goldsmith for State Senate, WEHO Online. Viewed Wednesday, October 14, 2026.
- 2026 Voter Guide, Teamsters Local 572. Viewed Wednesday, October 14, 2026.
- Apartment Association of Greater Los Angeles Voting Slate: Candidate Endorsements, Election: Tuesday, November 3, 2026, Apartment Association of Greater Los Angeles. Viewed Wednesday, October 14, 2026.
- November 2026 General Election Endorsements, Democrats for Israel – Los Angeles. Viewed Thursday, October 15, 2026.
- Party Endorsements for Voter-Nominated Offices, November 3, 2026 General Election, Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk. Viewed Thursday, October 15, 2026.
- LAGOP Endorsement Lookup, November 3, 2026 General Election, Republican Party of Los Angeles County. Viewed Thursday, October 15, 2026.