Court Allows Calif. Republican Vince Fong to Run for Two Offices

In a landmark decision, Vince Fong is permitted to contest both state Assembly and Congressional seats, sparking debate and potential legislative changes.

A California appellate court ruled that Vince Fong, a Republican from Bakersfield, can legally appear on the November ballot for two different races, following his decision to run for both the state Assembly and Congress after Kevin McCarthy's retirement.
The court's decision is seen as a victory for Fong, who has received endorsements from former President Trump and financial support from Kevin McCarthy's political action committee.
Secretary of State Shirley Weber argued the decision could lead to voter disenfranchisement and disadvantage other candidates, with her office considering further actions.
If elected to both positions, Fong plans to resign from the Assembly seat and a special election would be held to fill the vacancy.
Legislation is being introduced to address the legal loophole that allows candidates to run for multiple offices simultaneously, aiming to prevent similar situations in the future.