DemocraticIncumbentLaw enforcement
Steve Padilla is a Democratic candidate for California State Senate District 18 in the 2026 election. They are the incumbent.
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California State Senate District 18
2026 election
General election
RepublicanFirst-time candidate
Art Hodges is a Republican candidate for California State Senate District 18 in the 2026 election. This is their first run for office.
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