Schiff Leads in California Senate Race, Garvey Surges to Second

The race for second place intensifies, potentially shaping the November election as a red-versus-blue contest.

Adam Schiff leads the California Senate race with 28% of likely voters, including those who are undecided but leaning toward supporting him.
Republican Steve Garvey follows Schiff with 19% of likely voters, while Democrats Katie Porter and Barbara Lee are in a statistical tie for third place.
Garvey's rise in the polls is notable given his minimal campaign presence and limited public appearances since declaring his candidacy in October.
The race for second place is critical as it will determine whether the November election will be a contest between two Democrats or a red-versus-blue contest.
The candidates have expressed few differences on policy, but the ongoing Israel-Hamas war has been a point of divergence.