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| Member of the California Assembly | |
| Incumbent | |
| Assumed office December 2, 2024 | |
| Preceded by | Sabrina Cervantes |
| Constituency | 58th district (2024–present) |
| Personal details | |
| Born | April 27, 1971 (53) Riverside, California |
| Political party | Republican |
| Occupation | Politician, Psychotherapist |
| Website | Campaign Website |
Leticia Castillo is an American politician and member of the California State Assembly. She is a Republican representing the 58th Assembly District, encompassing parts of Riverside County and San Bernardino County. The district includes the cities of Jurupa Valley, Corona, Eastvale, Riverside, and Grand Terrace. Prior to her election, she was a psychotherapist, and she currently owns a private practice.
Education
Castillo graduated from Buena Vista Vocational Educational High School while simultaneously attending Corona College of Cosmetology in 1989. She holds a B.S. degree in Human Services from the University of Phoenix, a M.A. in Counseling Psychology from National University, and an associate degree for social and behavioral studies at Riverside City College.
Political Experience
In 2024, Castillo ran for the California State Assembly in Assembly District 58. During the open primary, Castillo ran against Democrats Clarissa Cervantes and Ronaldo Fierro. After advancing to the general election, Castillo defeated Cervantes by roughly 600 votes. Cervantes had out-raised Castillo by $430,928 as of October 19, 2024.
| Primary election | ||||
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| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
| Republican | Leticia Castillo | 29,500 | 48.6 | |
| Democratic | Clarissa Cervantes | 15,713 | 25.9 | |
| Democratic | Ronald Fierro | 15,514 | 25.5 | |
| Total votes | 60,727 | 100.0 | ||
| General election | ||||
| Republican | Leticia Castillo | 78,097 | 48.6 | |
| Democratic | Clarissa Cervantes | 77,456 | 25.9 | |
| Total votes | 155,553 | 100.0 | ||
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