“This is about life or death. This is about supporting an individual who might not have that support network for whatever reason”
The seat is currently occupied by incumbent Rep. Adam Schiff who declared his candidacy to replace retiring U.S. Senator Diane Feinstein
Her candidacy comes as most members of the Republican caucus in the Legislature continue to rack up dismal records on LGBTQ legislation
"I’ve never backed down from doing what’s right... Californians deserve a strong, progressive leader who has delivered real change"
The race to replace Feinstein already has two Calif. Democratic challengers, U.S. Reps. Katie Porter & Adam Schiff who had already announced
In an interview with Nicholas Wu, Politico's Congressional Reporter, Lee said she officially announce “when it’s appropriate"
Porter's announcement comes on the heels of Rep. Adam Schiff, who told Fox LA last week he will seriously consider a run to replace Feinstein
The award is presented to a mayor who has exhibited an outstanding commitment to bringing diverse communities together
"The work we do in this moment will shape the course of our country for generations to come. I’m ready to continue working..."
“Look, I am getting a lot of encouragement to run for the Senate from people in California and colleagues here in Congress," Schiff said
