State of play: What to know about California showdown to replace Swalwell after massive scandal

A special election is underway in California to fill the seat vacated by Eric Swalwell after his resignation amid sexual assault allegations. Two candidates, Aisha Wahab and Melissa Hernandez, are competing for the remainder of the term and will also face each other in the primary race for the midterms. Their campaigns feature differing policy stances, with Wahab focusing on anti-ICE legislation while Hernandez maintains a moderate approach to immigration.