California 2026 primary election: L.A. County voter turnout exceeds 2022 levels with over 1.1 million votes cast
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Summary
Live coverage of California's 2026 primary election, with a focus on Los Angeles County voter turnout trending 2-3% higher than the 2022 midterm primary. Over 1.1 million votes had been cast by 1 p.m. on election day. The article covers key races including California governor, Los Angeles mayor, and L.A. city council, along with polling hours, voter guides, and live updates. L.A. County Registrar Dean Logan noted the higher turnout amid heightened election rhetoric nationwide.
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· 3 pulledWith all the noise and rhetoric that we're hearing around elections across the country, I think here in
Voter turnout in Los Angeles County so far is trending higher than the last midterm primary election
This year's turnout is expected to be about 2% to 3% higher than in 2022 — with over 1.1 million votes cast as of 1 p.m.
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