Aisha Wahab Wins California Special Election, Praised by Democratic Leaders

California lawmaker overcomes pro-Israel spending to win special election

Al Jazeera • 22 août 00h40

State Senator Aisha Wahab defeated moderate Democrat Melissa Hernandez in a special election for California's 14th congressional district, despite significant advertising funded by pro-Israel groups.

Democrats rally behind progressive Aisha Wahab after win in California special election - US politics live

The Guardian • 21 août 11h18

Aisha Wahab became the first Muslim woman and Afghan American elected to the California legislature, winning a special election and receiving congratulations from House Democratic leaders.

State lawmaker Aisha Wahab wins California special election to replace former Rep. Swalwell

PBS • 21 août 01h12

California state Senator Aisha Wahab secured the 14th District seat in a special election, becoming the first Afghan-American member of Congress and will serve until the term ends in January.

Aisha Wahab wins California special election to succeed former Rep. Eric Swalwell

AP News • 21 août 00h48

State Senator Aisha Wahab defeated Melissa Hernandez in a special election, becoming the first Afghan-American to serve in Congress and will finish the remainder of Rep. Eric Swalwell's term.

Democrat Aisha Wahab wins California special election to fill Eric Swalwell’s US House seat

The Guardian • 20 août 22h48

State Senator Aisha Wahab secured the congressional seat in California’s East Bay after a closely watched special election, defeating Bay Area Rapid Transit board president John Hernandez.

Democrat Aisha Wahab wins the special election for Eric Swalwell’s former California district

NBC News • 20 août 22h41

State Senator Aisha Wahab defeated fellow Democrat Melissa Hernandez in a special election to complete the term of former Rep. Eric Swalwell in California’s 14th district.