Democratic state Sen. Dave Min won the highly competitive race for California’s 47th Congressional District, defeating Republican Scott Baugh despite recent GOP gains in voter registration. The victory ensures Democrats will retain the seat, but may not be enough to secure a majority in the House. Min, a former law professor, emphasized women’s rights, gun violence prevention, and climate action during his campaign, while Baugh focused on border security, inflation, and fighting the fentanyl epidemic. Min raised nearly $6 million for his campaign, while outside groups spent millions supporting and opposing both candidates.
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Emerging from 2024 loss, Tim Walz holds a town hall in an Iowa Republican’s district – Chicago Tribune
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is back on the road to engage with voters after last year's election loss, focusing on town halls in competitive Republican-held congressional districts. He called for elected officials to listen to the concerns of Americans and held a successful event in Iowa's 3rd congressional district. Walz is not currently a candidate, but is reemerging to address issues such as health care, financial aid, and veterans' funding, aiming to understand why some...
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