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California Congressional Races: Key Primaries to Watch

01 May 2026 06:25

California's June 2 primary will determine which candidates advance to the November general election, with several races critical to control of the U.S. House.

- In the 22nd District, Democrats Jasmeet Bains and Randy Villegas compete to challenge Republican David Valadao. - In the 48th District, Democrats Marni von Wilpert and Ammar Campa-Najjar face Republican Jim Desmond to replace retiring Rep.

Darrell Issa. - In San Francisco's 11th District, Scott Wiener, Saikat Chakrabarti, and Connie Chan vie to succeed Nancy Pelosi.

- In the 7th District, incumbent Doris Matsui faces a challenge from Mai Vang. These primaries will set the stage for November's battle for House majority.

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