AP Decision Notes: What to expect in California’s special congressional election
Summary
California’s 14th Congressional District will hold a special election to choose a replacement for Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell, who resigned amid sexual assault allegations. Two Democrats, State Sen. Aisha Wahab and BART Board President Melissa Hernandez, are competing to serve the remainder of Swalwell’s term and for a full term starting in 2027.Key Facts
- Eric Swalwell resigned from Congress due to sexual assault allegations.
- The special election guarantees the seat will remain with the Democratic Party.
- Aisha Wahab and Melissa Hernandez advanced from the June 16 special primary to the special election.
- Wahab led Hernandez by more than 20 percentage points in the primaries.
- Hernandez has raised and spent more campaign money than Wahab but they have similar cash on hand.
- Outside groups linked to the American Israel Public Affairs Committee have spent over $4 million mostly supporting Hernandez.
- The 14th District’s boundaries will change in January 2027 due to Proposition 50, a voter-approved redistricting measure.
- Both the current and new boundaries of the district lean strongly Democratic.
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