Katie Porter Sparks Controversy with Claims of Rigged California Senate Race

Democratic Rep. Katie Porter faced backlash after claiming the California Senate race was "rigged" due to donors supporting Adam Schiff allegedly using their money to manipulate the election. Early results showed Schiff leading the crowded field, with former Dodger Steve Garvey close behind. Porter's claim was criticized by Sen. Alex Padilla and fact-checking website Politifact.com, which labeled it as "false." Porter clarified that she did not claim the vote count or election process was rigged, but rather that donors were using their money in inappropriate ways. Schiff and Garvey will face off in a November runoff for the Senate seat previously held by Dianne Feinstein.