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June 10, 2026
GOP Rep. David Valadao to Face Progressive Randy Villegas in California's 22nd District
- Republican Rep. David Valadao will compete against progressive Randy Villegas in the November election after both advanced from the primary.
- Moderate Democrat Jasmeet Bains failed to advance, signaling a setback for establishment Democrats amid ongoing party debates.
- The race is considered a toss-up following California's new congressional map, which has reshaped the district's demographics.
4 Sources
- Sanders-Backed Progressive Advances in California Swing District Against ValadaoJun 10, 2026 at 1:02 AM · NYT
- Democrat Villegas projected to advance in California's 22nd congressional districtJun 10, 2026 at 1:10 AM · Reuters
- GOP Rep. Valadao to face progressive Villegas in key California House district, in defeat for moderate DemocratsJun 10, 2026 at 1:13 AM · CBS News
- Valadao to show down against progressive in California House battlegroundJun 10, 2026 at 1:39 AM · The Hill