While many Californians are aware of what the governor, the legislature and Congressional members do, some titles on the primary election ballot might not be so clear. When it comes to the Secretary

Democrat Shirley Weber, the incumbent, faces Republican Don Wagner in the race for California secretary of state. Here is your election guide.

Secretary of State Shirley Weber, who made history in 2021 as the first Black person to hold the office, is seeking a second four-year term.

Democrat Shirley Weber and Republican Don Wagner are running for Secretary of State in California's 2026 election. Learn about them in our voter guide.

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SECRETARY OF STATE OVERSEES. KURTIS MING BREAKS IT DOWN. CALIFORNIA IS ELECTING A SECRETARY OF STATE THIS YEAR. BUT WHAT DO THEY ACTUALLY DO? LET'S TAKE A LOOK INTO IT. THEY ARE CONSIDERED CALIFORNIA'S CHIEF ELECTIONS OFFICER. WHILE ELECTION LAWS ARE RUN ...