Campaign announcements and major political analysis

Vince Fong Wins Special Election to Fill Kevin McCarthy's Vacant House Seat, Boosting GOP Majority

May 22, 2024, 03:27 AM

Vince Fong, a California State Assembly member and former staffer for Kevin McCarthy, has won the special election to fill McCarthy's vacant 20th Congressional District seat. The election was held on Tuesday night to determine who would complete the remainder of McCarthy's term after he resigned as House Speaker. Fong, who was backed by former President Donald Trump, faced off against Tulare County Sheriff Mike Boudreaux. The election took place in the state's Central Valley farm belt. The results were confirmed by the Associated Press, with Fong emerging victorious. This victory helps to maintain the GOP's slim majority in the House.