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EPISODE · May 29, 2026 · 10 MIN

Two Democrats Battling to Unseat Longtime Central Valley Congressman

from KQED's The California Report · host KQED

One of the most competitive primary races for Congress right now is a swing district in the Central Valley. Democrats there are hoping to flip a seat long held by Republican David Valadao. But first they need a nominee. With just days until the primary , the party’s two candidates in the 22nd Congressional District are competing for who can appeal to the most voters - as the national Democratic Party contemplates its own identity. Reporter: Kerry Klein, KVPR California is rolling out first-of-its-kind regulations pushing manufactures to cut plastic pollution. One of the deadlines for producers is Monday. Reporter: Danielle Venton, KQED Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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