Santa Ana election results show Mayor Amezcua leading and Measure N likely to pass

Unofficial election returns from the Orange County Registrar of Voters indicate that Santa Ana Mayor Valerie Amezcua is on track for reelection. Amezcua holds a lead of approximately 46.03 percent, with 18,830 votes, ahead of challenger Dan Shimeli, who has 40.03 percent.

City voters appear poised to approve Measure N, a sales tax measure intended to fund streets, public safety, and essential services. Current results show 67.61 percent in favor of the measure.

While the Ward 2 council race appears decided with Benjamin Vazquez leading significantly, other contests remain competitive. In Ward 4, Sandra De Anda holds a lead over incumbent Phil Bacerra. In Ward 6, Isuri Ramos is leading Giovanni Chavez. Some reports suggest that progressive candidates could potentially flip the city council majority, which is currently backed largely by the police union.