In the recent District 3 City Council special election in San Jose, Anthony Tordillos, a Google engineer and planning commission chairman, triumphed over labor-backed candidate Gabby Chavez-Lopez. Meanwhile, Larry Stone's unexpected resignation as Santa Clara County assessor raises concerns over the high cost of a special election, estimated at $13.1 million for taxpayers. Additionally, Robert Garcia, previously the mayor of Long Beach, has secured the role of top Democrat on the influential House Oversight Committee, though his effectiveness will depend on the outcome of the 2026 elections.
Anthony Tordillos, a Google engineer who serves as the San Jose planning commission chairman, has successfully defeated labor-backed Gabby Chavez-Lopez in the special election for District 3 City Council.
In a surprising resigning move, Larry Stone, the veteran Santa Clara County assessor, faces scrutiny as his sudden exit prompts a costly $13.1 million special election.
Robert Garcia, the former mayor of Long Beach, was elected as the top Democrat on the influential House Oversight Committee, although real power hinges on the 2026 House majority.
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