A national Democratic Party group is backing Dr. Jasmeet Bains in the race for California\u2019s 22nd Assembly District, a unique move signaling the race\u2019s importance in the 2026 midterm elections.<\/p>\n
The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee announced early Monday Bains is among a slate of Democrats to receive special support from the group\u2019s \u201cRed to Blue\u201d program.<\/p>\n
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