Event Brief
Aisha Wahab wins California special election
By The BriefBrief · Sources (13)
Filed: Aug 21, 2026 at 2:12 PM ET
Summary: State lawmaker Aisha Wahab won California’s special election to replace former Rep. Swalwell. Swalwell, a Democrat running for California governor, ended his campaign and resigned from Congress in April after accusations of sexual assault and harassment, which he denies.
WHO: Aisha Wahab; former Rep. Swalwell
WHAT: Aisha Wahab won California’s special election to replace former Rep. Swalwell.
WHEN: Aug 20, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET
WHERE: California
WHY: The seat became vacant after Swalwell resigned from Congress in April, prompting the special election.
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📋 How this story developed
- Aug 21 Aisha Wahab wins special election for Swalwell seat
- Aug 21 Aisha Wahab Wins California Special Election for Swalwell Seat
- Aug 20 Progressives win California special election to replace Swalwell
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