Aisha Wahab Wins Special Election for Swalwell’s Remainder Term
California lawmaker Aisha Wahab won a special election in San Francisco-Oakland-San Jose to fill the remainder of Eric Swalwell's congressional term, which concludes in January.
San Francisco Oakland San Jose, CA, August 20, 2026 —
Aisha Wahab, a California lawmaker, has won a special election for a congressional seat representing the San Francisco-Oakland-San Jose region. The election was held to fill the remainder of Eric Swalwell’s term.
Wahab’s victory means she will serve in the U.S. House of Representatives for the portion of Eric Swalwell’s congressional term that concludes in January. Specific details regarding the date of the special election or the margin of victory were not provided in the trend summary.
The district encompasses areas within San Francisco, Oakland, and San Jose. Further information on Wahab’s platform or her priorities as she enters this interim role was not detailed.
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