Wrap-Up of Super Tuesday 2024 Races: California, North Carolina, and Texas

The Super Tuesday races have come to a close, and the results are in for several key districts. In California’s 16th District, the race is still too close to call between Democrats Evan Low and Joe Simitian, with only 63 votes separating them. Over in California’s 45th District, Republican Rep. Michelle Steel is leading, but the race for second place is tight between Democrats Derek Tran and Kim Nguyen-Penaloza.

In North Carolina’s 8th District, Mark Harris is just above the 30 percent threshold needed to avoid a runoff in the Republican primary. The AP has called the primary for Harris, but it’s still unclear if he will win outright or be forced into a runoff. Meanwhile, in Texas’s 32nd District, Julie Johnson is hovering at 50.4 percent in the Democratic primary, potentially avoiding a runoff, but the final decision is pending.

In other news, California’s 20th District will see Republican Mike Boudreaux face off against fellow Republican Vince Fong in the general election. In California’s 31st District, Republican Daniel Martinez will advance to the general election against Democrat Gil Cisneros. Additionally, in California’s 22nd District, Republican Rep. David Valadao and Democrat Rudy Salas are set for a rematch in the general election.

The progressive movement’s impact on the Democratic Party is also being closely watched, with key races showcasing the dynamics within the party. The results of these races will provide insight into the future direction of the party and the influence of progressive candidates.

Stay tuned for more updates on the Super Tuesday races and their implications for the upcoming general election.