Kevin Kiley open to caucusing with Democrats in next term after going independent

Published March 19, 2026 3:01pm ET



Rep. Kevin Kiley (I-CA) said he is open to caucusing with House Democrats next year if he wins a third term in November.

Earlier this month, Kiley announced he had left the GOP and become an independent as he runs for reelection. The congressman will be listed as an independent on the ballot come November, but for the rest of the year, he will caucus with Republicans.

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