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Democrat David Penaloza, a councilmember from Santa Ana, took a slight lead ahead of three other candidates Tuesday evening in early returns for the June 2 primary election in California\u2019s 68th Assembly District.<\/p>\n

Read more 2026 Election Results: Every U.S. House race for Orange County<\/a><\/p>\n

Republican Mayra Ruiz, a business owner in Santa Ana, followed closely behind and Democrat Jessie Lopez, also a Santa Ana councilmember, trailed.<\/p>\n

Democrat Shannon Wingfield, secretary for the Juane\u00f1o Band of Mission Indians, Acjachemen Nation Tribal Council, was in fourth.<\/p>\n

The two candidates who get the most votes will appear on the general election ballot in November.<\/p>\n

Read more 2026 Election Results: In CA-46, D-Lou Correa faces 4 challengers<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2022 Also see: <\/strong>June 2 Primary Election Results<\/strong><\/p>\n

Geographically, the district covers Anaheim, Santa Ana and Orange.<\/p>\n

Politically, voter registration data suggests the district leans left, with 48% of voters registered as Democrat, 22% registered as Republican and 25% registered as no-party preference.<\/p>\n

The seat currently is held by Assemblymember Avelino Valencia (D-Anaheim), who is running for a state Senate seat rather than seeking re-election.<\/p>\n

Read more 2026 Election Results: In CA-49, D-Mike Levin faces 2 challengers<\/a><\/p>\n

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