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Hey, good morning, playbookers on Rogumonovalin. It's Tuesday. It's primary day in seven states,

but the day's biggest news will likely come from California. It's your Politico Playbook Daily Briefing.

Today in California, voters are poised to make major statements about the directions of their

respective parties.

For Republicans, the big question, how large does Donald Trump loom in the party?

The races were watching, GOP reps Young Kim and David Valadeo are facing close primaries in swing districts

with pro-Trump candidates nipping at their heels.

A loss by either would be a

disaster for Republicans, as Democrats see the battleground seats as potential pickup opportunities in

November. Put it goes, Lara Cordy, Alex Nevis, and Ali Munnick have a preview on the state's

races in today's playbook. Quote, Joe Biden won both of these districts in 2020, running up a 13-point margin

in Balladeo C. Democrats are targeting both districts and would much rather face their

opponents than the two incumbents who have large campaign accounts and known crossover appeal.

For Democrats, the big question is where either tough on crime politics is making a comeback

among Democratic voters.

From Laura Alex and Alley, quote,

Concerns about the rising rates of homicide, assault, and property crime

have put an uncomfortable spotlight on California's Democratic leaders,

who in recent years have favored policies that reduced sentencing

and aimed to lower the population of overcrowded prisons.

There are two races in particular were watching.

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