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From $49 to $15 Million: How Rhonda Shader Helped Rescue a City, and Why She Believes Trump’s Tax Cuts Could Help Rescue California

When Rhonda Shader first joined the Placentia City Council in northern Orange County, California, her new job came with a rude awakening: the city only had $49 in its bank account. Yet, by the time Shader left office eight years later, the city of Placentia had more than $15 million in reserves. That transformation, she…

Rhonda Shader – The Power of Choice | EPISODE # 316 – The Paco’s Place Podcast

In this episode, I sit down with Rhonda Shader, Republican candidate for the California State Senate 2026. Our conversation covers many topics, but everything leads back to one key idea—choices. Rhonda believes that a healthy democracy thrives on genuine dialogue and diversity of thought. When one side dominates, we lose the balance that keeps our…

A Conversation with Rhonda Shader, 2026 Candidate for State Senate

In this episode of ChamberTalk, hosted by Andrew Gregson, they engage in a profound conversation with Rhonda Shader, a former NOCC Chamber Chair, Placentia Mayor, and current candidate for the 34th State Senate District.

Republican Party of Orange County endorses challengers and incumbent legislators ahead of 2026

The Republican Party of Orange County Central Committee voted to early endorse challengers and incumbent legislators Monday evening in targeted seats. These early endorsements signal that Orange County Republicans are united and determined to defend our incumbent members and break Democrat majorities. The majority of the Orange County Board of Supervisors will be decided by…

Regional Elected Officials Endorse Rhonda Shader for California State Senate

Candidate Rhonda Shader, a proven leader and former Mayor of Placentia, announced a coalition of local elected leaders who have endorsed her campaign for California State Senate District 34. Endorsements include Senator Tony Strickland, Assemblymember Phillip Chen, Assemblymember Laurie Davies, Orange County Supervisor and former State Senator Janet Nguyen, Placentia Mayor Kevin Kirwin, Anaheim Mayor…

OC Register: Former Placentia Mayor Rhonda Shader running for California’s 34th Senate District

After an unsuccessful bid for the seat in 2022, former Placentia Mayor Rhonda Shader is making another run for California’s 34th Senate District in 2026. Shader, a Republican, said she’s running because she’s seen the impact of state laws on cities and residents and wants to play a role in shaping policy. A longtime North…

Meet Rhonda Shader

I proudly call Orange County home: my husband and I raised our children here, and I own my small business here. In 2016, a city employee embezzled $5,000,000 of taxpayer money. I was outraged, so I ran for office for the first time and was elected as a Councilwoman. Since my election, I have helped…

One-on-one with Rhonda Shader, Placentia City Councilwoman and 2026 State Senate Candidate

Arjun Patel sits down with Rhonda Shader, Placentia City Councilwoman and 2026 State Senate Candidate to discuss her job on city council, what she’s accomplished, and her message to voters in 2026.

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