Democratic candidate Randy Villegas advanced to the November general election for California’s 22nd congressional district, where he will face Republican David Valadao, who is seeking re-election.
According to the vote count available this Tuesday, June 9, Valadao was in front of the election, with 41.8% (26,602 votes), and Villegas in second place, with 31.4% (19,995 votes).
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— Randy Villegas (@Villegas_CA22) June 9, 2026
According to the California primary, The two candidates who receive the highest number of votes advance to the second roundwhich will take place on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.
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Villegas, son of working-class immigrants who works in his family’s mechanical workshopwill compete in the November general voting to win the election and bring the voice of working families to the United States Congress in Washington DC
“Central Valley voters have spoken out and declared that the Valley is not for sale. Despite the flood of money from outside corporations that has been spent against us, we have shown that working people are ready for change,” Villegas stated.
The Democratic candidate assured that The Central Valley community is ready for the federal government to work for everyone and not just the decision of the rich and people who have connections.
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“We want our hard-earned taxes Go to providing affordable health care, not meaningless wars abroad“he added.
In his campaign, Villegas refused to accept money from corporate political action committees, with the confidence to bring about change in a community-driven campaign.
The average donation for Villegas’s campaign for Congress was $Fifty three dollarsand 92% were $100 or less.
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CHC BOLD PAC congratulates Villegas
CHC BOLD PAC, political arm of the US Congressional Hispanic Caucus, expressed his approval for Randy Villegas’ advance to the November election for the 22nd congressional district, which brings together the largest Latino population in California.
“Randy Villegas’ victory is a powerful reminder that perseverance, community and hard work can overcome even the most difficult obstacles“said CHC BOLD political action committee president Linda Sánchez.
“Randy built a grassroots movement based on the values that define the Central Valley. “His victory reflects the aspirations of working families who want a leader who understands their difficulties and fights for their future,” he added.
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Who is Randy Villegas?
Randy Villegas He was raised in a hard-working immigrant family in Kern County.. He is a teacher at a community college and the owner of an auto shop.
Villegas, 30 years old, He was the first member of his family to earn a Ph.D. and used his education to empower others as a college professor, mentor, and community organizer.
The Californian politician is committed to fighting for the decisions of working familiesfor the protection of democracy and for bringing responsible, people-centered leadership to Congress.
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