Republican hopefuls trade barbs at 42nd Assembly District debate
Simi Valley Acorn
May 22, 2026
If you missed it, the race for California’s 42nd Assembly District got a little heated right here in Simi Valley last week. According to the *Simi Valley Acorn*, the two Republican candidates squared off at the Simi Valley Cultural Arts Center during a forum hosted by our Chamber of Commerce—and honestly, it sounds like they didn’t hold back. Both took aim at Sacramento’s Democratic supermajority, but eventually they turned their fire on each other, each arguing they’re the one who can actually flip the seat. It’s the kind of local political drama that reminds you how much these down-ballot races matter, especially when every vote could shift the balance in the state legislature.
For Simi Valley residents, this isn’t just inside baseball. The 42nd District covers a big chunk of our community, and whoever wins this primary will face a tough general election battle. With housing costs, local schools, and public safety all on the line, seeing our candidates go toe-to-toe in our own backyard—at the Cultural Arts Center, no less—shows just how engaged our town is. Whether you’re a Republican, Democrat, or independent, it’s worth keeping an eye on this race. After all, the person who ends up in Sacramento will be representing *us*.
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