After a heated Senate primary in California, Democrat Katie Porter conceded defeat while delivering a pointed critique of fellow Democrat Adam Schiff and third-party special interest groups. She suggested that Schiff’s campaign, instead of focusing on his candidacy, expended considerable resources to elevate Republican Steve Garvey.
Porter, recognized for her progressive stance and robust questioning of pharmaceutical executives in Congress, lamented the vast spending aimed against her, despite having a strong financial campaign backed by large donations. She remarked, “We’re standing three to one in TV spending and an onslaught of billionaires who spent millions peddling lies,” expressing that these tactics were intended to weaken her position.
Despite the financial pressure, Porter, who has notably refused corporate PAC contributions, remained defiant, asserting her resilience and claiming that the establishment felt threatened by her campaign. Her campaign did benefit from significant donations, including over half a million dollars from lawyers and law firms and substantial contributions from tech giants and academic institutions, as reported by Open Secrets.
Adam Schiff, the seasoned Burbank Democrat, utilized his considerable campaign funds to target Steve Garvey, framing him as a dedicated Trump supporter, in what was perceived as a strategy to outmaneuver Porter and another Democrat contender, Barbara Lee. This approach potentially set the stage for a more straightforward battle in the deeply Democratic state come November.
The late Sen. Dianne Feinstein’s seat, now filled by an appointee of Gov. Gavin Newsom, will see Schiff likely facing off against Garvey in the fall election. While Schiff is anticipated to clinch the win, Garvey remains optimistic, challenging the expectations of his detractors.
Steve, save your money. Schiff-for-brains has already paid everyone off and threatened those he couldn’t bribe. I’d move.
Not real sure why shifty-schitt is still breathing air let alone in politics! He lied to Congress and every other person he’s spoken too.