Controversial recount breaks tie in Silicon Valley congressional race
Los Angeles Times -

After more than two weeks of recounting and several contested ballots, the verdict in California's 16th Congressional District is in. Democratic Assemblymember Evan Low has narrowly edged out Santa Clara County Supervisor Joe Simitian for second place, meaning Low will continue to the November ballot alongside first-place finisher former San José Mayor Sam Liccardo, also a Democrat. Low gained 12 votes during the recount and Simitian gained seven. That shift gave Low a five-vote advantage,...

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