California general election: November 3, 2026

Who is running for Secretary of State (California) in 2026?

Here are the candidates for Secretary of State on the November 3, 2026 ballot. This race is on the ballot for all voters in California.

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.

Donald P. (Don) Wagner

Republican

Donald P. (Don) Wagner (Republican, ballot designation "Orange County Supervisor") is one of 2 candidates on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Secretary of State¹. A full profile is coming.

Shirley N. Weber

Democrat · Incumbent

Shirley N. Weber (Democratic, ballot designation "California Secretary of State") is one of 2 candidates on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Secretary of State¹. 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.