Congressional rivals Schiff, Porter, and Lee split on crucial debt ceiling vote

The three leading candidates to replace Senator Dianne Feinstein come from different backgrounds but all identify as progressives with nearly identical positions on most issues.
Representatives Adam Schiff, Katie Porter, and Barbara Lee split in a 314-117 vote on a bill to suspend the nation's borrowing limit, revealing differences in how progressive they each are.
Schiff joined most Democrats and Republicans in voting to pass the bill to avoid economic disaster, while Porter and Lee opposed giving concessions to Republicans.
The candidates have campaigned on similar platforms prioritizing housing, climate change, and democracy, but foreign policy, immigration, and military spending are key areas where they differ in approach.
With Feinstein retiring in 2024, Schiff, Porter, and Lee are competing in a top-two primary where the two candidates with the most votes will advance to the general election regardless of party.