Ontario, CA — March 28, 2026  

Congressional candidate Stephanie Vargas attended the Unite IE Patriots Summit in Ontario on Saturday, a well‑attended gathering that featured major appearances by California gubernatorial candidates Sheriff Chad Bianco and Steve Hilton, along with a full lineup of notable speakers from across the state. The event was hosted by Jennifer Horn of AM590 The Morning Answer and drew residents from throughout the Inland Empire.

The summit included a series of themed panels, beginning with a discussion on Education and Parental Rights featuring Dr. Kevin McNamee, Sonja Shaw, and Jill Simonian. National security analyst Ken Timmerman delivered an update on the Iran conflict, while a panel on California fraud brought together Eric Early, David Serpa, Don Wagner, and Jenny Rae Le Roux. Faith and politics were explored in a conversation with Daniel West, Pastor Scott Furrow, and Chris Stigall.

State policy was also a central focus, with a California Assembly panel featuring Assembly Members Leticia Castillo, David Tangipa, and Carl DeMaio. Both gubernatorial candidates—Bianco and Hilton—addressed attendees, each outlining their perspectives on the challenges facing California.

Vargas noted the strong turnout and described the atmosphere as one filled with patriotism and shared values, including a visible emphasis on faith among many in attendance. The summit provided an opportunity for community members and candidates to engage directly on issues shaping the state’s political landscape.