Candidates Seek to Represent The Antelope Valley in Key 2026 Elections

ANTELOPE VALLEY, CA — November 3, 2026 — Voters across the Antelope Valley are heading to the polls today to help determine who will represent their communities in the California State Assembly and the U.S. Congress.

Several important races include Assembly Districts 34 and 39 and Congressional Districts 23 and 27, covering different portions of the Antelope Valley and surrounding High Desert communities.

California State Assembly District 34

• Randall Putz (Democrat)

• Charles Hughes (Republican)

California State Assembly District 39

• Juan Carrillo (Democrat)

• Paul Andre Marsh (Republican)

U.S. Congressional District 27

• George Whitesides (Democrat)

• Jason Gibbs (Republican)

U.S. Congressional District 23

• Jay Obernolte (Republican)

• Tessa Lynn Hodge (Democrat)

The Latino vote is also receiving attention across California, particularly in Southern California, where Latino residents represent a significant portion of the population.

In communities such as Palmdale, Lancaster, Lake Los Angeles, Littlerock, and Sun Village, issues including housing affordability, education, jobs, public safety, and the cost of living remain important concerns for many families.

"It's Election Day Today, and in the Antelope Valley voters are deciding who will represent their communities in the California State Assembly and U.S. Congress, with key races across Districts 34, 39, 23, and 27. These elections will help shape decisions affecting housing, education, jobs, public safety, and the cost of living for families across our region, so make your voice heard and vote today!" Said — Erica Schwartz SBCC Community Organizer

As voters cast their ballots, the results will determine who represents these districts in Sacramento and Washington, D.C.

AV Daily News will continue covering the 2026 election results and their impact on Antelope Valley communities.