House Republican David Valadao, who voted for Trump's impeachment, loses reelection in California
Updated on: November 4, 2026 / 2:42 PM EST / CBS News
TL;DR
- GOP Rep. David Valadao lost his reelection bid in California's 22nd District to Democrat Randy Villegas.
- Valadao was the last House Republican who voted to impeach Trump to lose reelection or retire.
- Valadao had previously won and lost the seat, becoming one of the 10 House Republicans to vote for Trump's impeachment.
- Villegas' primary win was seen as a defeat for establishment Democrats who backed a moderate candidate.
- The district is heavily Hispanic, a key constituency that has shifted away from Democrats.
- California's congressional map was redrawn, making it more favorable to Democrats.
- House Speaker Mike Johnson had campaigned with Valadao, highlighting the race's importance.