Long Beach’s ABC affiliate reports:
Long Beach Mayor Robert Garcia was well ahead in early results and projected to win the race for California’s 42nd congressional district. Garcia, a Democrat who served 8 years as mayor, had a 2-1 lead over Republican John Briscoe in initial results. Garcia was the first Latino and first openly gay mayor in the history of Long Beach. He lost his mother to COVID and dedicated his win to her in his speech to supporters.
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Mom, we did it! pic.twitter.com/bqwwHMbhl5
— Robert Garcia (@RobertGarcia) November 9, 2022
Congratulations to @RobertGarcia on becoming the first LGBTQ immigrant to serve in Congress. This win will increase representation in Congress for Latinos and the LGBTQ community. pic.twitter.com/Nthgr6SE6Y
— Latino Victory (@latinovictoryus) November 9, 2022