Adam Gray Wins California Congressional Race

Democrat Adam Gray narrowly defeated Republican incumbent John Duarte in California's 13th Congressional District, flipping the seat after a tightly contested race decided by fewer than 200 votes. This victory, along with Democrat Derek Tran's win over Michelle Steel in California's 45th District, contributes to narrowing the Republican majority in the U.S. House of Representatives. With these wins, Republicans hold 220 seats to Democrats' 215, posing a challenge for the GOP to pass party-line legislation. The results reflect ongoing Democratic efforts to capture GOP-held seats in districts won by President Joe Biden in 2020. As Republicans face internal challenges, including potential resignations, Democrats aim to leverage the slim majority for a more bipartisan approach. Both Gray and Tran's victories highlight the increasing competitiveness of California's political landscape and the potential for further shifts in the upcoming electoral cycles.