Withdrawal from the Race

January 25, 2026

After deep reflection and conversations with my family, my team, and trusted community partners, I have decided to withdraw from the race for Congress in California’s 5th District.

I am profoundly grateful to every person who gathered signatures, made calls, hosted meet‑and‑greets, donated, or simply shared encouragement. My supporters included many prominent local Democrats who are, and continue to be, deeply engaged with their communities. Building this campaign has reinforced what I already believed: the people of CA‑05 care deeply about their neighbors, their communities, and the future of our democracy.

I entered this race aligned with the values many of us organize around: defending democracy, protecting civil rights, and holding power accountable. But I also need to be candid about what it takes to run a congressional campaign. In this cycle, there has not been sufficient campaign infrastructure for Indivisible‑aligned candidates to build the kind of districtwide operation required at this level, especially in a large rural district like ours.

I remain proud of the movement we are part of, and I am not stepping away from the work. I will continue working locally, supporting candidates who can govern with integrity, and advocating for stronger, earlier, and more equitable support for grassroots and Indivisible‑aligned candidates in future cycles.

Thank you for trusting me with your time, your hopes, and your support.

With gratitude and resolve,

- Kate Sills