George T. Whitesides
George Whitesides | |
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Official portrait, 2025 | |
| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from California's 27th district | |
| Assumed office January 3, 2025 | |
| Preceded by | Mike Garcia |
| Personal details | |
| Born | George Thomas Whitesides March 3, 1974 Massachusetts, U.S. |
| Party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Loretta Hidalgo |
| Children | 2 |
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| Education | |
| Awards | NASA Distinguished Service Medal (2010) |
| Website | House website Campaign website |
George Thomas Whitesides (born March 3, 1974) is an American politician and businessman who has served as the U.S. representative for California's 27th congressional district since 2025. He was previously chief of staff at NASA and CEO of Virgin Galactic. He is a member of the Democratic Party.
Whitesides' district covers northern Los Angeles County, and includes Santa Clarita, Palmdale, Lancaster, and parts of the northwestern San Fernando Valley.