SACRAMENTO, CA — The California Hispanic Legislative Caucus (CHLC) today announced its first round of non-incumbent endorsements for the 2026 election cycle, affirming its commitment to supporting leaders who reflect the diversity, values, and priorities of California’s diverse Hispanic communities.
This initial endorsement slate builds on the Caucus’s previously announced support for current legislators, including State Senator Marie Alvarado-Gil, Assemblyman Jeff Gonzalez, and Assemblywoman Leticia Castillo.
Today’s newly endorsed candidates include:
State Assembly Endorsements
Assembly District 35 – Saul Ayon
A retired Kern County Sheriff’s Deputy, teacher, and local mayor, Saul Ayon has spent decades working to improve his Central Valley community.
Campaign Website: https://www.ayonforassembly.com
Assembly District 60 – Ed Delgado
A military veteran, Assistant Sheriff for Riverside County, and Moreno Valley City Council Member, Ed Delgado brings a strong record of public service, accountability, and commitment to strengthening Inland Empire neighborhoods.
Campaign Website: https://www.voteeddelgado.com
Assembly District 70 – Gracey Van Der Mark
The daughter of immigrants, Gracey Van Der Mark has long championed parental rights engagement, government transparency, and community-centered public safety. She is a local business owner and a Huntington Beach City Council Member.
Campaign Website: https://graceyforassembly.com
State Senate Endorsement
Senate District 16 – Guillermo Gonzalez
A local family business owner, Guillermo Gonzalez, has dedicated his career to serving and working with the people of the Central Valley, providing jobs, and making his community better.
Campaign Website: https://gonzalezforsenate.com
“The California Hispanic Legislative Caucus is proud to endorse this outstanding group of local leaders. Each of these candidates has demonstrated a deep commitment to serving California’s Hispanic communities and improving the quality of life for all residents. Their experience, leadership, and integrity reflect the values our Caucus stands for, and we are confident they will bring strong, thoughtful representation to the State Legislature,” noted the California Hispanic Legislative Caucus.