California State Assembly: Who's running in the June 2 primary and why it matters

The California State Assembly primary on June 2 will elect representatives for all 80 districts, each with over 400,000 constituents. Many Assembly members will be new due to retirements and term limits, making the election of challengers and potential seat flips significant. State Assembly members pass laws on issues like paid family leave, in-state tuition for undocumented students, and minimum wage standards, which can influence statewide policies.