George Whitesides, California

Congressman George Whitesides represents California’s 27th District. The former NASA Chief of Staff and CEO of Virgin Galactic helped advance America’s leadership in commercial spaceflight and innovation. During the pandemic, he co-chaired the Antelope Valley Task Force, coordinating NASA, local government, and industry to support frontline workers. In Congress, George serves on the Armed Services and Science, Space & Technology Committees, where he focuses on national security, advanced manufacturing, and good jobs for the future.