Democrats' already-ugly California Senate fight takes another early turn

Rep. Adam Schiff (D-CA) announced he is entering the fray for the still-filled Senate seat occupied by Dianne Feinstein (D-CA).

Schiff, whom Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) recently removed from his post on the powerful Intelligence Committee, is the second Democrat to announce they are running for the safe California seat. Rep. Katie Porter (D-CA) started the battle for the seat when she launched her campaign last week.

"Our democracy is at great risk," Schiff tweeted. "Because GOP leaders care more about power than anything else. And because our economy isn't working for millions of hard working Americans."

He continued, "We’re in the fight of our lives — a fight I’m ready to lead as California’s next U.S. Senator."