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politics1 year ago

Katie Porter Apologizes for Alleging Rigging in California Senate Primary

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.

via NBC News|
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politics1 year ago

"Schiff Refutes Porter's Allegations of a Rigged California Senate Primary"

Representative Adam B. Schiff denied claims from primary opponent Katie Porter that the California Senate primary was rigged, stating that the term "rigged" connotes fraud and false claims. He defended his campaign strategy, which included airing ads targeting his Republican opponent, and contrasted the Democratic response to the allegation with the Republican treatment of election rigging claims. Porter's suggestion drew immediate criticism from Democratic colleagues, and she failed to advance in the primary, where Schiff and his allies spent millions on ads.

via The New York Times|
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politics1 year ago

"California Primary Controversy: Katie Porter's Concession Speech and Senate Election Upsets"

Progressive Democrat Katie Porter claims the California Senate primary was "rigged" after losing to centrist Democrat Adam Schiff, blaming billionaires for spending millions on attack ads against her. The race, to fill the seat left vacant by Dianne Feinstein, became the most expensive in the state's history, with Schiff outspending other candidates. Porter vows to continue fighting against special interests and for government accountability.

via Newsweek|
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politics1 year ago

"Katie Porter Alleges Billionaire Interference in California Senate Primary Loss"

After losing to Rep. Adam Schiff in the California Senate primary, candidate Katie Porter suggested that the race was rigged by billionaires and special interests, despite her own acceptance of big donor money. She claimed that her progressive platform threatened the establishment, but ultimately failed to win a single county. Porter's allegations echo former President Trump's claims of a "rigged" election, and she has called for leaders who cannot be bought and push for government accountability.

via Fox News|
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politics1 year ago

"Rep. Barbara Lee's Defeat in California Senate Primary: A Hard Route from Oakland to D.C."

Democratic Rep. Barbara Lee, a long-time advocate for progressive causes, lost her bid for a Senate seat in California's primary election, failing to secure one of the two spots on the November ballot. Despite her extensive career in the House and backing from influential left-leaning groups, she faced tough competition from fellow House Democrats with national platforms and larger campaign funds. Lee, known for her principled stance against the authorization of military force after 9/11, ultimately conceded the race as early results placed her fourth in the 27-candidate field.

via Roll Call |
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politics1 year ago

"Schiff and Garvey Secure Spots in California Senate General Election"

Rep. Adam Schiff won the California Senate primary, edging out progressive Democrat Katie Porter, with the support of the Democratic establishment and a formidable fundraising apparatus that spent $11 million to boost Republican Steve Garvey. Porter's loss means her tenure in Congress will soon come to a close, as Schiff is expected to win in the solid blue state. The race highlighted divisions within the Democratic Party, with Porter criticizing Schiff's ties to corporate interests and calling for faster change on issues like climate change.

via Rolling Stone|
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politics1 year ago

"California Senate Race: Schiff's Gamble Pays Off as Garvey Advances, Ending 32-Year Streak of Female Senators"

Rep. Adam Schiff has secured the top spot in California's Senate primary by using a shrewd strategy to boost Republican Steve Garvey, effectively closing out other Democrats. Schiff's move has drawn criticism from fellow Democrats, but it aims to avoid a costly intra-party fight and potentially help the GOP in key US House races. Despite Garvey being a longshot, his presence on the ballot could impact the balance of power in the chamber.

via Business Insider|
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politics1 year ago

"California's 2024 Senate Primary: Democrats and GOP Compete in High-Stakes Race"

The California Senate primary is heating up as top Democrats, including Rep. Adam Schiff and Rep. Katie Porter, battle for the top two spots in a race that has seen an unexpected surge from Republican Steve Garvey. The top two vote-getters will advance to the general election, and with Schiff leading the field, the race for the second spot is intensifying. Additionally, several down-ballot House races in California are also likely to play a pivotal role in determining who controls the U.S. House, with competitive races in districts such as California's 22nd and 47th, and the 27th District where the last Republican House member is facing a tough challenge.

via The Washington Post|
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