In the race to succeed former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi in California’s 11th Congressional District, state Sen. Scott Wiener has advanced, according to CBS News projections. The district, located entirely within San Francisco, saw a crowded field of candidates, including eight Democrats, two Republicans, and one candidate with no party preference. The top two vote-getters will move on to the November election. Wiener, who has served in the state Senate since 2016 and previously on the San Francisco Board of Supervisors, has been a prominent figure in local politics, known for his legislative work on housing and transit. He received the endorsement of the California Democratic Party. Saikat Chakrabarti, a former software engineer and political aide, and Connie Chan, a San Francisco Supervisor, are also notable candidates. Chan has Pelosi’s endorsement, while Chakrabarti has spent significant funds on his campaign. Pelosi, at 86, is concluding a historic congressional career, having been the first woman to serve as Speaker of the House.
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Connie Chan and Scott Wiener advance in race to succeed Pelosi, CBS News projects
