LA County 2026 Primary Election
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LAist is helping you cast your ballot in more than 100 races in Southern California, including the always-hard-to-choose judges. You ask, and we'll answer: Whether it's about who's funding the campaigns or how to track your ballot, we're here to help you understand the 2026 electionThe Democratic race for governor remains a toss-up, with Tom Steyer and Katie Porter most likely to benefit from Rep. Eric Swalwell’s withdrawal.
California Republicans caught between Trump loyalty and winning swing districts California Republicans embrace Trump at their convention while candidates in competitive races keep him at arm’s length to win over voters.Major organizations also are reviewing endorsements following a report in the San Francisco Chronicle alleging he assaulted a former staffer. Swalwell denied the allegations.
Trump's endorsement of Steve Hilton for governor over Chad Bianco has upended the California GOP's strategy, forcing the party to refocus on other races.He and Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco are the only two Republicans among the 10 notable candidates in the primary field.
Ideas for financial relief include increasing money for special education, funding districts by enrollment, not attendance, and raising annual cost-of-living adjustments.Steve Hilton and Chad Bianco need to split the vote nearly evenly to lock Democrats out of the race. Their strategy? Attack each other relentlessly.
Here’s a snapshot of the incomes and taxes of the top candidates for California governor. Billionaire Tom Steyer dwarfs them all.
Incumbent Karen Bass declined the invitation. The debate, organized by the groups Streets for All and Housing Action Coalition, focused on housing and transportationCalifornia’s next insurance commissioner will have ‘brutal’ balancing act Ricardo Lara’s successor will have a full plate. Insurance premiums are rising; fire survivors are struggling; the FAIR Plan is still growing.
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