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Early filings show money leaders in Santa Monica races
Filed: Aug 01, 2026 at 7:00 AM ET
Summary: First 2026 disclosures lift early frontrunners in four Santa Monica races, though the field remains wide open.
WHO: Four candidates leading early fundraising in Santa Monica races; additional hopefuls not yet reflected in filings
WHAT: Initial campaign finance disclosures reveal early fundraising frontrunners across four Santa Monica races
WHEN: Aug 01, 2026 at 6:00 AM ET
WHERE: Santa Monica, CA
WHY: The first campaign finance disclosures of the 2026 election cycle were released, showing early fundraising totals.
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