2026 Primary Election: Announcing second wave of candidate endorsements
New Endorsements for 2026 Primary Election. Ballots to be mailed out May 4th, 2026.
Following a rigorous evaluation by the Candidate Assessment Teams (CATs), the Committee has officially endorsed additional leaders who embody feminist values of social, racial, and gender equality.
2026 California Primary Information | Election Day June 2, 2026
The newly endorsed candidates include:
Salud Carbajal
U.S. House of Representatives, 24th District of CA
Congressman Salud Carbajal represents California’s 24th District. He focuses on economic opportunity, environmental protection, infrastructure, and healthcare affordability.
Serving on the Armed Services, Agriculture, and Transportation committees, he helped pass the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, securing over $1 billion for the Central Coast. He championed the Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary and has secured $50 million for local projects, including public safety and health clinics.
A Marine Corps veteran and first-generation college graduate, Carbajal previously served 12 years on the Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors.
Melinda Greene
Santa Barbara County Clerk-Recorder Assessor
Melinda Greene has served Santa Barbara County for nearly 30 years, beginning as a CPA in the Auditor-Controller’s office. She later worked as a Budget Analyst and Certified Public Finance Officer in the County Executive Office. Since 2003, she has held leadership roles in IT and currently serves as Chief Deputy Clerk-Recorder and CFO. An Advanced Certified Appraiser and Certified Elections Registration Administrator, Melinda has supported elections since 1998 and served as a County Public Information Officer during emergencies since 2000. She holds a degree in Business Economics from UCSB.
Kyle Slattery
Santa Barbara County Auditor-Controller
Kyle Slattery, a lifelong resident of Santa Barbara County, is a CPA and a seasoned public sector leader. His extensive experience spans public accounting and government, including over a decade in the Auditor-Controller’s Office, where he held the position of Chief Deputy Controller. Currently, he serves as the Deputy Chief Information Officer, where he spearheads the modernization of County enterprise systems to enhance efficiency.
His campaign emphasizes experienced, professional leadership, transparency, accountability, and the establishment of effective systems.
No Endorsement
CA Insurance Commissioner
Malia Cohen
CA State Controller
Malia is the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of the world’s fifth-largest economy, focused on economic equality, financial accountability, and a fair tax structure.
Anna Caballero
CA State Treasurer
From Mayor, to Cabinet Secretary, to the State Senate, Anna Caballero is trailblazing woman of firsts. Born to a family of copper miners, she learned early in life the value of hard work, the power of collective action, and that every dollar counts.
These candidates join a distinguished first slate of endorsements that includes:
Gregg Hart
CA State Assembly, 37th District
As a member of the Assembly, Gregg Hart prioritizes ensuring our community’s safety, protecting our environment, and promoting economic growth by supporting working families. He believes California must lead in these areas, and his extensive experience in both local and state government equips him to effectively advance these critical state priorities and improve the quality of life for all Californians.
Laura Capps
Santa Barbara County Supervisor, District 2
Laura Capps has dedicated her career to public service, driven by a passion for making our community and country the best they can be for everyone. As Chair of the Board of Supervisors and a six-year member of the Board of the Santa Barbara Unified School District, she has demonstrated her responsiveness and impact during challenging times.
Laura is a steadfast advocate for affordable housing, environmental preservation, and open spaces. She is also committed to transitioning to renewable energy. Above all, she consistently delivers tangible results.
Rob Bonta CA Attorney General
Running for re-election to protect our freedoms, defend our democracy, and stand up to abuse of power.
Shirley Weber CA Secretary of State
Dr. Weber’s unimpeachable integrity and moral clarity have made her one of the most respected public officials in California.
In addition to formal endorsements, the SBWPC has authorized financial contributions to support their campaigns.
2026 California Primary Information | Election Day June 2, 2026