Two candidates from opposite parties are heading to the November general election following Tuesday’s primary contest in California’s 48th congressional district, according to media projections.
Jim Desmond, a Republican who serves as a county supervisor, and Democrat Marni von Wilpert have secured their spots in the fall campaign after emerging from the open primary race.
The congressional position became open when Republican incumbent Darrell Issa decided not to pursue reelection. His decision came after the Southern California district underwent redistricting changes through voter-approved Proposition 50, which altered the boundaries to give Democrats an electoral advantage.
The outcome of this November contest will contribute to determining which party controls the U.S. House of Representatives following the election on Nov. 3.
