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California primary election 2026 today: Top candidates, where do I vote in California, polling place locator, complete voting guide

California's 14th Congressional District voters head to polls on August 18, 2026. State Senator Aisha Wahab and BART Board President Melissa Hernandez compete for the seat. The winner will serve the remainder of Eric Swalwell's congressional term. Both Democrats will also face each other in November for the full term. Polls close at 8 p.m. Pacific Time on election day.