Barbara Lee to Become Second Congresswoman to Enter California Senate Race
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Rep. Barbara Lee, who represents Oakland and surrounding areas, told members of the Congressional Black Caucus she is making plans to run for Senate. The California Senate race is shaping up to be a showdown between Democratic House members, even before the state’s sitting Sen. Dianne Feinstein has announced if she plans to run again in 2024. On Wednesday, Rep. Barbara Lee , 76 years old, who represents Oakland and surrounding areas, told members of the Congressional Black Caucus she is making plans to run for Senate, according to a...
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