Republican wins House seat in heavily Democratic California A Republican has captured a vacant U.S. House seat north of Los Angeles with support from President Donald TrumpLOS ANGELES -- Long-suffering California Republicans finally have something to celebrate. Former Navy fighter pilot Mike Garcia captured a vacant U.S. House seat north of Los Angeles with support from President Donald Trump. The win over Democratic Assemblywoman Christy Smith represents a rare victory for Republicans in heavily Democratic California. The last time the party reclaimed a Democratic seat was 1998. Two years ago, Democrats picked up seven Republican House seats in California, helping the party retake control of the chamber.

Source: ABC News May 13, 2020 13:31 UTC