Ahead of the March primary, The Orange County Register compiled a list of questions to pose to the candidates who wish to represent you. You can find the full questionnaire below. Questionnaires may have been edited for spelling, grammar, length and, in some instances, to remove hate speech and offensive language.
MORE: Read all the candidate responses in our Voter Guide
Name: Robert Ochoa
Current Job Title: Entrepreneur
Political Party Affiliation: Republican
Incumbent: No
Other political positions held: None
City where you reside: Diamond Bar
Campaign website or social media: www.robertzochoa4congress.com
How much assistance should the U.S. provide — military and/or financial — to foreign countries at war, like Israel or Ukraine? What, if any, should be the litmus test for American allies to receive assistance from the U.S.?
We should help our allies by lending assistance while ensuring other countries contribute a proportional amount of assistance.
Border security continues to be a concern for many Americans. What is one proposal, that you believe could get bipartisan support, to address the border?
Shut down the border and implement the “Remain in Mexico” policy and also implement a guest worker program.
As AI technology continues to rapidly expand, what do you see as the federal government’s role in creating and enforcing a regulatory framework?
The government should implement common-sense regulations that strictly adhere to the U.S. Constitution and prior regulatory frameworks when looking to regulate any industry.
The role — and size — of the U.S. Supreme Court has come under scrutiny in recent years. Do you believe more justices should be added to the nation’s highest court, or would you support any kind of reform, like term limits?
Leave the Supreme Court as it is today.
What is one environment or climate policy you’d champion if elected?
Voluntary solar and EV vehicles.
The George Santos saga made for numerous memes and “SNL” skits. But what is one thing Congress should take away from the former congressman’s expulsion from the House?
Let the voters decide who will represent them in Congress.
2023 was a year for labor in California. What is one policy you’d champion to support workers, if elected?
Improving the economy by reducing interest rates and inflation.
If you are an incumbent, tell us the most significant accomplishment of your most recent term. If you’re a newcomer, tell us how you, as a freshman, would stand out.
I’m not an incumbent.
Describe your political philosophy in 10 words or less.
Socially common sense moderate, fiscally conservative.
What is your go-to campaign trail snack or drink?
Pistachio nuts and Arizona iced tea.
