"California Democrats Grapple with Senate Race Candidates and Gaza War Split"

California Democrats were divided on endorsing a candidate for the U.S. Senate race, with none of the leading candidates reaching the 60% threshold needed. Rep. Barbara Lee led with 41% of delegate votes, followed closely by Rep. Adam Schiff with 40%, and Rep. Katie Porter with 16%. The lack of endorsement was overshadowed by protesters calling for a ceasefire in the Gaza war, disrupting the convention and prompting party officials to cancel events and increase security. Lee's support for a ceasefire energized her campaign, while Schiff and Porter called for "humanitarian pauses" in the conflict.