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Los Angeles Times
1 month ago
Los Angeles

Every vote counts in Silicon Valley, where two congressional candidates literally tied for second place

Three Democrats tied for second place in a Silicon Valley congressional race.
California's nonpartisan primary system led to a unique situation with all three candidates advancing to the November ballot. [ more ]
ABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago
Education

1st ever congressional primary forum hosted by high school students in Silicon Valley

High school students organized Silicon Valley congressional forum
Proposed lowering voting age to 16 [ more ]
San Jose Spotlight
3 months ago
San Francisco

Follow the money: Silicon Valley's 2024 primary election - San Jose Spotlight

The race to replace retiring Representative Anna Eshoo in Silicon Valley is highly anticipated and drawing big-name candidates.
Campaign spending in the race for California's 16th congressional district is already significant, with millions of dollars being spent on TV ads. [ more ]
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www.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
East Bay (California)

With only a few days left to count, Joe Simitian leads Evan Low by four votes in the Congressional District 16 race

Santa Clara County Supervisor Joe Simitian leads Assemblymember Evan Low by four votes in the congressional race.
The race has seen multiple lead changes with a narrow margin between the candidates, dependent on challenged ballots. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
2 months ago
East Bay (California)

Crowded field competes to replace retiring U.S. Rep. Anna Eshoo

Eleven candidates have raised over $4 million for the congressional seat in California District 16, which has been left open by U.S. Rep. Anna Eshoo's retirement.
Former San Jose Mayor Sam Liccardo is one of the top fundraisers and aims to address local issues such as homelessness and high living costs with a federal approach. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
New York City

John Avlon, CNN Commentator, Enters Race for Long Island Swing Seat

John Avlon, a moderate Democrat and former CNN political analyst, is running for Congress on Long Island.
Despite being in a Republican-held swing seat, Avlon aims to break the partisan divide and oust MAGA supporters. [ more ]
San Jose Spotlight
3 months ago
Silicon Valley real estate

San Jose mayor endorses predecessor for Congress - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan endorses former Mayor Sam Liccardo for the congressional seat in California's 16th district.
Liccardo emphasizes the need for unity to address national problems like homelessness, housing costs, and crime. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
5 months ago
California

California election officials say Assemblymember Vince Fong can't run for Congress in Bakersfield

California's chief elections officer has decided that Bakersfield Republican Vince Fong cannot appear on the ballot for a congressional seat because he is already running for reelection to the state Assembly.
Fong's decision to run for both offices prompted complaints from other candidates who argued it was prohibited by state law. [ more ]
POLITICO
5 months ago
US Elections

Sheila Jackson Lee files reelection bid for her House seat after losing Houston mayor's race

Amanda Edwards was the frontrunner for the nomination until Jackson Lee entered the race.
Edwards has shown strong fundraising efforts, raising over $1 million.
Jackson Lee may struggle to compete financially with Edwards. [ more ]
HuffPost
6 months ago
US politics

'QAnon Shaman' Seriously Wants Another Go At The Capitol

Jacob Chansley, known for his appearance during the Capitol riot, has filed a candidate statement of interest to run as a Libertarian for Arizona's 8th Congressional District seat.
Chansley pleaded guilty to obstructing an official proceeding in connection with the Capitol insurrection.
Chansley served about 27 months in prison before being transferred to a Phoenix halfway house in March 2023. [ more ]
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