White concedes defeat says, “This election concludes my pursuit of political office in the City of Antioch.”

By Allen D. Payton

In a post on her official Facebook page on Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026, Antioch District 4 Councilwoman Monica Wilson offered appreciation for re-election to her fifth term. The latest results, which are expected to be finalized later today, Friday, Nov. 13, show her maintaining the lead she’s had since election night over third-time challenger Sandra White and two other candidates, Matty Mathews Alappat and Andrew Becker. As previously reported, Wilson currently has 4,169 votes or 46.04 percent of the vote to White’s 2,488 or 27.48 percent, followed by Alappat with 1,457 votes or 16.09 percent and Becker with 941 votes or 10.09 percent of the vote. There were only 7,500 ballots remaining to be counted in the county at that time.

Wilson wrote:

“THANK YOU, ANTIOCH!

I am deeply honored and grateful to the residents of District 4 for once again placing your trust in me to serve on the Antioch City Council.

To every voter, volunteer, supporter, and community member who stood with me throughout this campaign, THANK YOU! Your encouragement, dedication, and belief in our shared vision made this possible. I do not take your support or your trust for granted.

I also want to take a moment to acknowledge and thank my opponents. Putting yourself out there, opening yourself up to public scrutiny, and running for elected office is no easy undertaking. It takes courage, commitment, and a willingness to serve. While we may have different perspectives on how to move our city forward, we share something important: a love for Antioch and a desire to see our community thrive. Thank you for stepping forward and being part of the democratic process.

Serving this community has never been about a title. It has always been about the people, the work, and our collective responsibility to move Antioch forward.

There is still much work ahead, and I remain committed to strengthening public safety, supporting local businesses, protecting essential services, and ensuring that every resident has a voice in shaping our city’s future.

Whether you voted for me or not, I am here to represent you. I AM HERE TO REPRESENT ANTIOCH! Elections may bring out our differences, but our shared commitment to Antioch should always bring us together. Our community is strongest when we work together.

Thank you again, District 4, for the opportunity to continue serving you. Now, let’s get back to work!

Proven Experience. Trusted Leadership. Antioch First.

With heartfelt gratitude,

Monica E. Wilson

Antioch City Council | District 4”

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In a post on Tuesday, following the latest results update from the Contra Costa Elections office, White wrote on her campaign Facebook page:

Dear Friends and Supporters,

With a heavy heart, I share that I was defeated in the race for Antioch City Council, District 4. The incumbent will prevail and serve another term. While this is a disappointing outcome, I respect the voters’ decision.

This election was especially difficult because so much was at stake for our city’s future. My concerns about ineffective leadership and poor decision-making were a driving force behind my continued efforts to run for office. I believed our residents deserved stronger leadership, greater accountability, and meaningful progress, and I still do.

Although I continue to struggle with what I see as shortcomings in a few of our city’s leadership, the voters have chosen otherwise. This election concludes my pursuit of political office in the City of Antioch. My commitment to our community, however, will continue through my volunteer and advocacy work.

To everyone who donated, volunteered, displayed a sign, shared my message, or offered encouragement: thank you! Your support carried me through this campaign, and I will always be grateful for the time, trust, and hope you invested in me.

I continue to pray for our city, its residents, and its leaders. My hope remains that Antioch will become a city where every resident feels safe, heard, and proud to call it home.

With heartfelt gratitude,

Sandra White

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Neither Alappat nor Becker have posted anything about the election results on their Facebook pages.

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