Democrat Mike McGuire takes early lead in redrawn California House race
The gist
Democratic state Sen. Mike McGuire took an early lead in California's reshaped 1st Congressional District race.
The seat is one of five redrawn to favor Democrats.
How it unfolded
- Jun 9, 2025Senate President pro Tempore Mike McGuire announced the Senate Democratic Caucus unanimously elected Sen. Monique Limón as Pro Tem Designee, with a transition early in 2026.
- Nov 13, 2025McGuire, termed out of the state Senate next year, formally announced his run for the newly redrawn congressional seat, challenging Republican Rep. Doug LaMalfa.
- Jun 2026Gallagher won a June special election to finish LaMalfa's term, taking 62% under the old boundaries; in the primary for the full term under the new lines, Gallagher edged McGuire 42.1% to 41.8%.