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GOP Wins House Seat in California Special Election

Updated 2026-06-03 17:50 UTC 1 source Neutral

Republican James Gallagher won a special election to fill the vacant House seat left by Doug LaMalfa's death, bolstering the GOP majority. The race was endorsed by President Trump.

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The Hill
California State Assemblymember James Gallagher (R) on Tuesday won a special election to claim the House seat left vacated by Rep. Doug LaMalfa (R) following his death in January, giving a slight boost to the Republican majority in the House. Gallagher, who was endorsed by President Trump, will now
2026-06-03 17:26 UTC
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