GOP Incumbent Mike Garcia Admits Defeat in California House Seat

November 12, 2024 TruthUSA

Democrat George Whitesides is poised to secure the House Seat for California’s heavily Democratic Congressional District 27.

Democrat George Whitesides is set to win the House Seat for California’s heavily Democratic Congressional District 27, as incumbent Republican Rep. Mike Garcia conceded in the race on Monday night.

In a post to X at 7 p.m. local time, Garcia said he had spoken with Whitesides to congratulate him on his win.

“I will ensure a smooth handoff of open constituent case work packages to him and his team,” wrote the former navy fighter pilot, who was endorsed by President-elect Donald Trump.

“Representing the people of California’s 27th Congressional District the last 4.5 years has been an honor of a lifetime, I want to thank my family for making the sacrifices, and my team and my volunteers for working harder than any other team in the nation during this journey of providence.

“I will always seek to serve this wonderful nation in any capacity and remain at her disposal for the maintenance of her splendor, the security of her people and the protection of her future.”

Having received 48.8 percent of the vote, Garcia’s made the announcement as Whitesides led by 2.4 percentage points, or 6,983 votes, with 51.2 percent of the vote. An estimated 83 percent of the votes has been counted.