NewsWPLG Local 10 – PoliticsAugust 17, 2026Miami-Dade
California voters to elect replacement for former U.S. Representative Eric Swalwell
Voters in California's Bay Area will head to the polls on Tuesday to elect a new representative to serve the remainder of Eric Swalwell's term. This special election follows Swalwell's resignation from Congress four months ago.
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The election determines who will represent the Bay Area district in the U.S. House of Representatives for the remainder of the current term, impacting the district's voting power and constituent services.
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Who's Mentioned
personEric Swalwell“Resigned from Congress amid allegations.”organizationAmerican Israel Public Affairs Committee“Lobbying organization backing the United Democracy Project.”organizationBold America“Group funded by United Democracy Project that spent $1.7 million.”personKamala Harris“Former Vice President who carried the district in 2024.”locationCalifornia“State where the special congressional election is taking place.”organizationUnited Democracy Project“Super PAC backed by AIPAC that spent $1.2 million in the race.”personAisha Wahab“State Senator and candidate for the 14th District.”personMelissa Hernandez“BART Board President and candidate for the 14th District.”personDonald Trump“Former President associated with redistricting efforts.”