Incumbent Republican David Valadao faces Democratic challengers Jasmeet Bains and Randy Villegas in California's June 2, 2026, top-two primary for the 22nd Congressional District. California's nonpartisan primary advances the two highest vote-getters to the November general election, regardless of party. Valadao, who won reelection in 2024 with 53.4 percent, benefits from incumbency, established fundraising, and unified Republican support in the Central Valley swing district. The Democratic contest between Bains, a state assemblymember and physician, and Villegas, a school board trustee and business owner, has centered on differing approaches to appealing to moderate voters, with both candidates focusing on local economic issues and endorsements from party delegates. No other candidates have registered significant support, leaving the outcome likely to feature Valadao and one Democrat.