Move Over, Dianne! Katie Porter Announces 2024 California Senate Bid

Susannah LuthiJanuary 10, 2023

California Rep. Katie Porter (D.), announced Tuesday that she will run to the Senate in 2024. This puts pressure on Dianne Feinstein, an 89-year old Democratic senator.

“California needs a warrior in the Senate,” Porter In a tweet Announced her candidacy and stated that she would “stand up to special interests” “hold so-called leaders like Mitch McConnell accountable for rigging our democracy.”

Democratic lawmakers are concerned that Feinstein may be too liberal. Cognitively impaired She will continue to serve her term but the veteran senator is not indicating that she will be leaving her seat in 2024. The senator has been under pressure to resign after reports that Feinstein’s close friends have raised concerns about her mental health. Porter’s announcement will make it clear that Feinstein must clarify her future plans.

California governor Gavin Newson, (D.), has promised to appoint an African-American woman if Feinstein resigns. Porter is white.

Porter, who is from California’s 47th Congressional district, may face a difficult fight for the Senate seat. California lawmakers are not often successful in state elections. These elections have been dominated for decades by the San Francisco Democratic machine, which produced Feinstein and Newsom, Rep. Nancy Pelosi and Vice President Kamala Harris.

Porter, the deputy chairwoman of Congressional Progressive Caucus has been admired for her brash interrogations at congressional hearings. She was also praised for her reading last week. The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck During the GOP Speaker fight.

The opposition representative was elected to a 3rd term in November. She has been criticised for not living up her progressive ideals. She refused to provide health insurance for her campaign staff and declined to pay for it. Reportedly using racial slurs mocking and ridiculing those who report sexual harassment. Porter has often dismissed Porter. considerable wealth To cultivate a good image. “minivan-driving single mom.”