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Audrey Denney Aims to Flip GOP Seat in California

1/22/2026

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Audrey Denney, a Democrat, campaigns in California's newly redrawn district to win a Republican-held seat.
The race follows the death of incumbent Doug LaMalfa, creating an open contest in a GOP-leaning district.
Denney supports non-profit single-payer healthcare and increased rural school funding amid rising costs, wildfires, and housing shortages.
Analysts say her performance in the upcoming special election could influence the broader fight for the House majority.

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Story summary

Audrey Denney, a Democrat, campaigns in California's newly redrawn district to win a Republican-held seat.
The race follows the death of incumbent Doug LaMalfa, creating an open contest in a GOP-leaning district.
Denney supports non-profit single-payer healthcare and increased rural school funding amid rising costs, wildfires, and housing shortages.
Analysts say her performance in the upcoming special election could influence the broader fight for the House majority.