In California's 22nd Congressional District top-two primary on June 2, incumbent Republican David Valadao leads challengers with superior fundraising, holding over $2.8 million cash on hand as of late March, bolstering his position in this Central Valley battleground rated as a toss-up. Democrats Jasmeet Bains, backed by party establishment figures, and Randy Villegas, supported by progressives including Senator Bernie Sanders and recent national environmental group endorsements on April 21, compete intensely for the second advancement spot amid no state party endorsement. Mid-decade redistricting has tilted the district slightly Democratic, but Valadao's bipartisan record on water and agriculture sustains his edge; early voting begins soon, with turnout key in this closely contested race.