City Councilmember in Fresno gathers support for 2026 state Senate run. Who’s backing him?

The latest to announce his backing is Rep. Jim Costa, D-Fresno, whose 21st Congressional District overlaps part of the 14th Senate District in Fresno and southern Fresno County. Esparza said he has been acquainted with the congressman since he began getting involved in electoral politics about nine years ago.