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Democrats Redraw California Map, Add Five Target Seats

6/1/2026

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Democrats redrew California’s congressional map for 2026, adding up to five seats they hope to win.
The top-two primary ends June 1, 2026, and advances the two highest vote-getters to the November 3 general election.
Rep. Kevin Kiley (R-CA) runs as an independent in the newly Democratic-leaning 6th District.
Rep. Ken Calvert (R-CA) contests the new 40th District with a Trump-focused campaign.
Rep. Young Kim (R-CA) also seeks the 40th District seat.

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Story summary

Democrats redrew California’s congressional map for 2026, adding up to five seats they hope to win.
The top-two primary ends June 1, 2026, and advances the two highest vote-getters to the November 3 general election.
Rep. Kevin Kiley (R-CA) runs as an independent in the newly Democratic-leaning 6th District.
Rep. Ken Calvert (R-CA) contests the new 40th District with a Trump-focused campaign.
Rep. Young Kim (R-CA) also seeks the 40th District seat.