Burbank's Adam Schiff Wins California Senate Seat, Defeats Steve Garvey in Low-Key Contest

Nov 6, 2024, 04:07 AM

Democratic Rep. Adam Schiff, a Burbank native, has won the California U.S. Senate seat, defeating Republican former professional baseball player Steve Garvey. Schiff, who has served in Congress since 2001, will replace Sen. Laphonza Butler, who was appointed by Gov. Gavin Newsom following the death of Sen. Dianne Feinstein. Schiff's victory was projected by multiple news outlets, including the Associated Press and NBC News, right at 8 p.m. This win maintains the Senate seat in Democratic hands and marks the continuation of Schiff's political career, which has included being a prominent anti-Trump voice in the House. Garvey, a former Los Angeles Dodgers star, sought to become the first Republican elected statewide in California in 18 years. The race was described as a lopsided, low-key contest.