Vince Fong Wins California Special Election to Complete Former Speaker McCarthy’s Term

Vince Fong will face off against Tulare County Sheriff Mike Boudreaux again in November to win the full two-year term.

California State Assemblyman Vince Fong asks questions during a meeting in Sacramento, Calif., on Jan. 23, 2024. Travis Gillmore/The Epoch Times

California Assemblymember Vince Fong won a special election on Tuesday to replace ousted former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) until the end of his term next January.

The Associated Press announced the result on Tuesday night. Mr. Fong, a protege of Mr. McCarthy, beat out Tulare County Sheriff Mike Boudreaux in the special runoff election to fill the seat.