California's primary election for governor and Los Angeles mayor is approaching with no clear leaders, as mail-in voting began in early May but only 15% of voters had returned their ballots as of Sunday. - The governor's race features multiple Democratic and Republican candidates.
- The Los Angeles mayor's race is crowded, focusing on homelessness, public safety, and economic recovery. - The primary is scheduled for June 7, 2026, with top two advancing to November.
- Low ballot return rate indicates lack of clear momentum for any candidate.