"California Congressional Primary Ends in Unprecedented Tie, Setting Stage for November Showdown"

A U.S. House race in California's 16th District may result in an improbable tie for second place, potentially leading to a third candidate on the November ballot. With the top spot claimed by former San Jose mayor Sam Liccardo, two other Democrats are deadlocked for the second spot. The contest will not impact the control of the House, and the outcome remains uncertain weeks after the election. A three-way contest in November would reshape the dynamics of the race, with a recount unlikely due to the high cost.