California congressional candidate resumes campaign after aide erroneously announced suspension
- Aditya Pai, a Democratic candidate for California's 45th district, initially announced he was suspending his campaign due to a lack of joy.
- Pai later said the suspension notice was sent in error by a former aide and that he was continuing his campaign.
- Pai has replaced most of his campaign staff in an effort to reset the culture and focus more on service.
- Pai is challenging Republican incumbent Michelle Steel for the competitive swing district seat.
- The California primary election will take place in March before the November general election.