Establishment Dems Stave Off the Left in Key California Congressional Primaries
Establishment Democrats in California have successfully advanced in key congressional primaries, fending off progressive challengers. State Senator Scott Wiener and Rep. Jimmy Gomez secured their positions despite facing criticism over their stances on Israel. The results reflect an ongoing struggle between the Democratic establishment and the progressive wing within the party.
- ▪Scott Wiener won over 40% of the vote in the race for Rep. Nancy Pelosi's seat in San Francisco.
- ▪Incumbent Rep. Jimmy Gomez easily advanced to the November ballot despite an ongoing ethics investigation.
- ▪Progressive candidates, including Saikat Chakrabarti, are struggling to secure spots in the general election.
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Establishment Dems Stave Off the Left in Key California Congressional Primaries State Senator Scott Weiner and Rep. Jimmy Gomez easily advanced ahead of challengers who called out their positions on Israel. Jonah Valdez June 3 2026, 3:39 a.m. Share Copy link Share on Facebook Share on Bluesky Share on X Share on LinkedIn Share on WhatsApp Candidates for California’s 11th Congressional District, from left: Saikat Chakrabarti, Connie Chan, and Scott Wiener debate at the Sydney Goldstein Theater in San Francisco on March 31, 2026.
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