David Tangipa
| David Tangipa | |
|---|---|
| Member of the California State Assembly from the 8th district | |
| Assumed office December 2, 2024 | |
| Preceded by | Jim Patterson | 
| Personal details | |
| Born | David Jariustokaeutulelei Tangipa December 9, 1995 Sacramento, California, U.S. | 
| Political party | Republican | 
| Residence(s) | Fresno, California, U.S. | 
| Education | California State University, Fresno (BS, MBA) | 
| College football career | |
| Position | Tight end | 
| Class | 20 | 
| Major | Political science/Criminology | 
| Career highlights and awards | |
David Jariustokaeutulelei Tangipa (born December 9, 1995) is an American businessman, former college football player, and politician who is a member of the California State Assembly from the 8th district. Tangipa is believed to be the first Tongan American to be elected to public office in the United States.