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California lawmaker Aisha Wahab wins special election to succeed Eric Swalwell in Congress
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Sophie Austin, Associated Press , as published by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· August 20, 2026
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Key points She will fill the remaining term of a former congressman who resigned in April. A special election victory has been secured by California state Sen.
A special election victory has been secured by California state Sen. Aisha Wahab. She will fill the remaining term of a former congressman who resigned in April. This individual had been accused of certain misconduct, which they deny.
The winner of this election will be a trailblazer, as she will become the first person of Afghan ancestry to hold congressional office. Her term will run until January.
Further information about this election and its outcome is available from the source.
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Published: August 20, 2026 ·
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