Anthony A. Strickland (born February 17, 1970) is an American politician who is a California state senator representing the 36th district since 2025. A member of the Republican Party, he previously represented the 19th district from 2008 to 2012.
He was a member of the Huntington Beach City Council from 2022 to 2025 and was Mayor of Huntington Beach from 2022 to 2023. During his tenure as mayor, he was involved in conflicts with the state of California due to his opposition to new housing.
He was also a state assemblyman representing the 37th district from 1998 to 2004. He owns a political and business consulting firm.[1] He is the president and CEO of Strong America, an advocacy group and super PAC.[2]
