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Young Kim’s six-year House run ended by fellow Republican

Kim targeted Ken Calvert’s longevity and argued during their primary that he had not proved himself in 30 years.

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Nov 13, 2026
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One of the first Korean American women in Congress has lost a redistricting-forced Southern California race to a fellow Republican, ending her House term after six years.

Two incumbents, one seat

U.S. Rep. Young Kim conceded California’s 40th congressional district race to U.S. Rep. Ken Calvert on Monday…

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