A recent California Elections and Policy Poll unveils a nail-biting competition for the second spot in the California US Senate race 2024 with Rep. Katie Porter and former Dodger Steve Garvey deadlocked at 15%. Rep. Adam Schiff leads with 25%, setting the stage for a decisive March 5 primary and November runoff election, according to The Orange County Register.
California US Senate Race 2024 Revealed a Tight Battle for Second Place Between Katie Porter and Steve Garvey (Photo from The Orange County Register)
California US Senate Race 2024 Tight Race Breakdown
As per the poll, Schiff maintains a strong lead at 25%, while Porter and Garvey share 15% each, and Rep. Barbara Lee trails at 7%. The data, capturing voters’ responses post the Jan. 22 Senate debate, identifies a significant 29% of undecided voters, crucial for determining the ultimate runner-up.
Despite Garvey’s robust Republican candidacy, baseball fans haven’t overwhelmingly favored him, with 29% of Dodgers fans leaning towards Schiff, showcasing the unpredictability of voter preferences.
Fundraising dynamics reveal Porter’s financial advantage, boasting $13.2 million compared to Garvey’s $309,000. However, with 42% of undecided voters identifying as independent, Garvey’s potential advantage among Republicans may play a pivotal role.
California US Senate Race 2024 Appealing to Undecided Voters
The poll emphasizes the undecided Asian American (37%) and Latino (31%) voters, underscoring their pivotal role in shaping the outcome. Porter and Garvey have yet to demonstrate a statistically significant appeal to these demographics.
With ballots set to mail on Feb. 5 in L.A. County, candidates have an opportunity to sway undecided voters, particularly the 42% identifying as independent, in this dynamic and fluid California US Senate race 2024.
