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Congressional Tribute to Konstantinos "Kosti" Kostibas
Original title: HONORING THE LIFE OF KONSTANTINOS "KOSTI" KOSTIBAS
May 21, 2026
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Finance Connection
Notable money activity
$1,019,985across 20 reported contributions
| Candidate | Donor | Amount | Industry | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No on C - Santa Clarans for Voting Rights, a coalition of community and civic org. and ind., sponsored by John Edward (Jed) York & Affilliated Entities, including the Forty Niners Football Company LLC | John Edward York (Jed) York and Affiliated Entities Including the Forty Niners Football Company LLC | $330,000 | - | Feb 2020 |
| No on C - Santa Clarans for Voting Rights, a coalition of community and civic org. and ind., sponsored by John Edward (Jed) York & Affilliated Entities, including the Forty Niners Football Company LLC | John Edward York (Jed) York and Affiliated Entities Including the Forty Niners Football Company LLC | $300,000 | - | Feb 2020 |
| Jennifer P. Johnson | Jennifer P. Johnson | $100,000 | Judge | Mar 2026 |
| John Gunter | John Gunter | $75,000 | Real Estate | Feb 2026 |
| Friends of John Campbell | John Campbell | $35,000 | CEO | Feb 2000 |
| Alvin DeJohnette for City Council 2024 | Moving California Forward | $20,000 | - | Oct 2024 |
| Samantha Scott | SAMANTHA SCOTT CAMPAIGN | $19,985 | POLITICAL CAMPAIGN | Dec 2025 |
| Robert LeWayne Johnson | JOHNSON R. LEWAYNE | $15,000 | RETIRED | Oct 2025 |
| Alvin DeJohnette for City Council 2024 | Riverside Sheriffs' Association Public Education Fund | $15,000 | - | Oct 2024 |
| Mayor John Valdivia Legal Defense Fund | Adam Levin | $10,000 | CEO President | Aug 2020 |
| John Power | John Power | $10,000 | Tax<br>Collector | Dec 2023 |
| John "Captain" Phillips | PHILLIPS JOHN | $10,000 | RETIRED U.S. COAST GUARD CWO4 | Dec 2025 |
| Friends of Senator Ross Johnson | CA Cable TV Assoc. | $10,000 | - | Jan 2000 |
| Alvin DeJohnette for City Council 2024 | Moving California Forward | $10,000 | - | Sep 2024 |
| Alvin DeJohnette for City Council 2024 | Moving California Forward | $10,000 | - | Sep 2024 |
| John B. Calovich | John B Calovich | $10,000 | Self | Dec 2025 |
| John B. Calovich | John B Calovich | $10,000 | Loan to<br>campaign | Jan 2026 |
| John B. Calovich | John B Calovich | $10,000 | Self | Dec 2025 |
| Friends of Senator Ross Johnson | AT & T | $10,000 | - | Jan 2000 |
| John B. Calovich | John B Calovich | $10,000 | Loan to campaign | Jan 2026 |
Reported financial relationships and timing signals. This does not prove motive or influence. Readers draw their own conclusions.
The Frame
What this does
This document serves as an official memorializing the life and professional contributions of a former and cybersecurity expert.
Who is mentioned in the record
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Family of Konstantinos Kostibas
The family is the subject of the memorial tribute entered into the official congressional record.
What changed
Last recorded activity May 21, 2026.
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Summary
Representative Bill Keating of Massachusetts delivered a speech in the House of Representatives to honor the life and career of Konstantinos "Kosti" Kostibas. The tribute recognizes his service as an Air Force intelligence officer, his work in cybersecurity for the Department of Defense, and his time as a .
Key Facts
- Konstantinos Kostibas passed away on April 22, 2026, at the age of 47.
- Kostibas served in the United States Air Force as an intelligence officer from 2002 to 2006.
- He worked in cyber operations at the Department of Defense and served at U.S. Cyber Command.
- He was selected as a legislative defense fellow for the 2023 Department of Air Force fellowship program.
- He held a bachelor's degree from Baylor University and a master's degree from St. Mary's University.
- The tribute was entered into the Congressional Record on May 21, 2026.
Why It Matters
This document serves as an official memorializing the life and professional contributions of a former and cybersecurity expert.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the purpose of this document?
It is a formal tribute delivered by Representative Bill Keating to honor the life and professional service of Konstantinos Kostibas.
What was Konstantinos Kostibas's professional background?
He was an Air Force intelligence officer, a cybersecurity expert at the Department of Defense and U.S. Cyber Command, and a .
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