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Tight races emerge in key California congressional districts that could determine House control - AP News — Michelle Steel | ChamberLight
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The AP reported that early, incomplete returns showed close races in six California House districts, with Republicans holding narrow leads in each. The results could affect control of the House, but the article noted that California’s mail-ballot counting often continues after Election Day.
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ALSO MENTIONED Barbara Boxer, Former U.S. Senator
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