California general election: November 3, 2026

Who is running for California Assembly, District 71 in 2026?

Here are the candidates for California Assembly, District 71 on the November 3, 2026 ballot. This race is on the ballot for voters in California Assembly District 71.

Positions come only from each candidate's own votes, official actions, statements and questionnaire answers, never from party labels. Every item links to its source.

JJ Galvez

Democrat

JJ Galvez (Democratic, ballot designation "Appointed Director, Silverado-Modjeska Recreation and Park District") is one of 2 candidates on the November 3, 2026 ballot for California Assembly, District 71¹. A full profile is coming.

Kate Sanchez

Republican · Incumbent

Kate Sanchez (Republican, ballot designation "California State Assemblywoman") is one of 2 candidates on the November 3, 2026 ballot for California Assembly, District 71¹. A full profile is coming.

Last reviewed 2026-10-10. Spotted something wrong? Every claim links to its source so you can check it yourself.