Early Results Show Shoemaker and Ransom Leading in California State Contests

Republican Jim Shoemaker is currently leading in the California State Senate’s 5th District primary elections, surpassing Democrats Jerry McNerney and Carlos Villapudua. The top two candidates will advance to the general election in November.

In San Joaquin County, Shoemaker, a businessman and trucker, has secured 45.53% of the votes, outpacing McNerney’s 31.18%, with Carlos Villapudua at 23.29%. Shoemaker remains optimistic about winning the primary.

In the battle for Villapudua’s 13th Assembly spot, Democrat Rhodesia Ransom is leading against Republicans Denise Aguilar Mendez and Edith Villapudua. Ransom is ahead with 39.73%, while Mendez has 37.56%, and Edith Villapudua is at 22.71%.

The outcomes of these races may be influenced by last-minute changes, as the Villapuduas switched races just before the ballot registration deadline. McNerney and Ransom entered the contests following this unexpected development.

Both McNerney and Ransom entered their respective races due to last-minute changes, as the Villapuduas switched races just before the ballot registration deadline.

The top candidates from each race will proceed to the general election on November 5. For further updates, stay tuned to Stocktonia.

With Republican Jim Shoemaker securing a substantial lead in the 5th District Senate primary, he’s optimistic about the strong turnout from his base, setting the stage for an exciting general election in November.

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Meanwhile, in the battle for the 13th Assembly spot, Democrat Rhodesia Ransom is forging ahead, positioning herself as a formidable contender.

Stay tuned for more updates and insights from Stocktonia as the races unfold and candidates gear up for the next phase of this thrilling political journey.