Valadao And Villegas Spend More Than $11.5 Million In California House Race
In California's 22nd Congressional District, incumbent Rep. David Valadao and challenger Randy Villegas are engaged in a closely watched race, collectively pouring over $11.5 million into their campaigns. The contest, which could influence control of the U.S. House, features significant…
Fresno Visalia, CA, October 20, 2026 —
Incumbent Rep. David Valadao and challenger Randy Villegas have collectively put more than $11.5 million into their campaigns in California’s 22nd Congressional District, according to the available summary of the race.
The contest is being closely watched because its outcome could influence control of the U.S. House. Valadao leads Villegas in overall fundraising, while Villegas spent more heavily on advertising earlier in the campaign. The summary does not provide separate fundraising or spending totals for either candidate, or specify the period covered by the figures.
The figures indicate substantial campaign spending by both candidates, but do not establish how the money was divided among advertising or other campaign activities. The information provided also does not identify the sources of the candidates’ funds, describe particular advertisements, or give details about polling or voter response.
Several details needed to assess the financial picture are not available in the summary. It does not state when the campaign spending occurred, how much each candidate raised or spent in total, or how much Villegas directed to advertising. It also does not provide a specific election date or explain what factors contributed to Valadao’s fundraising lead.
As presented, the available information shows a race marked by more than $11.5 million in combined campaign spending and contrasting financial measures: Valadao is ahead in overall fundraising, while Villegas spent more on advertising earlier in the campaign. Further detail on individual totals and timing was not provided.
Story summarized from the original created by Jason Oliveira on abc30.com, see more information here.
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