Katie Porter Apologizes for Alleging Rigging in California Senate Primary

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Rep. Katie Porter expresses regret for using the word "rigged" to describe the California Senate primary after failing to advance, acknowledging that it carries connotations of fraud. She clarifies that she does not question the integrity of the election system but emphasizes the influence of big money in elections. Her initial comments were compared to those of Donald Trump, prompting Democratic Rep. Adam Schiff to emphasize the legitimacy of the election. Porter's regret comes amidst her campaign against big money influence in elections.
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