Sheriff Ends Campaign for McCarthy's Former House Seat, Backs Fong
Mike Boudreaux endorses incumbent Vince Fong, solidifying Republican hold on California's 20th District.
- Tulare County Sheriff Mike Boudreaux suspended his campaign and endorsed Rep. Vince Fong.
- Fong, backed by McCarthy and Trump, won a special election to complete McCarthy's term.
- Boudreaux acknowledged long odds in reversing the special election outcome.
- The 20th District, a conservative stronghold, is likely to remain Republican.
- Boudreaux plans to stay politically active through a new organization, Golden State Justice.