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 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.