Adam Gray defeats John Duarte in California's 13th district, final House race of 2024 elections
Democrat Adam Gray won California's 13th congressional district, defeating Republican John Duarte by fewer than 200 votes. This race was the last to be decided in the 2024 elections, leaving Republicans with 220 House seats and Democrats with 215. Gray's victory marks a shift from 2022, when Duarte won the seat by just 564 votes. The district, which spans five counties, has a Democratic lean, making Duarte's previous win notable. In this election cycle, Democrats gained three House seats previously held by Republicans in California. Both candidates emphasized bipartisan approaches, focusing on issues like water management and infrastructure.