Laphonza Butler Chosen to Fill Feinstein's Senate Seat
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Laphonza Butler, president of Emily's List and former labor leader, has been appointed by Governor Gavin Newsom to fill the Senate seat of the late Senator Dianne Feinstein. Butler, a prominent figure in California politics, has never held elective office but has extensive experience in labor activism and political consulting. As the second Black woman to represent California in the Senate and the first openly LGBTQ+ senator from the state, Butler's appointment aligns with Newsom's promise to appoint a Black woman to fill any vacant Senate seat. She will serve until the 2024 election, where she may choose to run for the seat herself.
- What to Know About Laphonza Butler, Newsom's Appointee to the Senate The New York Times
- Butler to replace Feinstein FOX 11 Los Angeles
- Newsom names Laphonza Butler, former Kamala Harris adviser, to fill Feinstein's vacant Senate seat Fox News
- Newsom chooses Laphonza Butler to fill the seat of the late Democratic Sen. Dianne Feinstein NBC News
- Governor makes appointment to fill vacancy following death of U.S. Senator WHIO
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