Politics

Kevin McCarthy’s Chosen Replacement Deemed Eligible to Run After All

OFF TO THE RACES

The Thursday ruling clears the way for Fong to face off with far-right challenger David Giglio.

Mark Alfred
Mark Alfred 

Breaking News Intern

Former Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy.
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Mark Alfred

Mark Alfred

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