Oscar Ortiz announces run for California Assembly District 36

INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) -- Indio Councilmember Oscar Ortiz is joining the race for California State Assembly District 36.

Ortiz, who has served for seven years on the Indio City Council and was previously mayor, announced the run via social media Sunday.

The councilman lost a Congressional bid against Representative Raul Ruiz in 2024.

Republican Jeff Gonzalez of Indio currently represents the 36th district, which encompasses Imperial County, Coachella, Indio, and the Salton Sea communities, as well as Blythe, portions of the San Jacinto Valley, Winchester, Anza, and parts of Hemet.

Stick with News Channel 3 as we follow Ortiz's campaign.