Congressional Races

In New Congress, More Latinos Than Ever

Jan. 3: By Jill Replogle; 0 Comments

The new U.S. Congress has more Latinos than ever before.

Brian Bilbray Concedes In 52nd Congressional Race

Nov. 16: By Susan Murphy and City News Service; 0 Comments

Rep. Brian Bilbray, R-Solana Beach, conceded defeat today to Democratic San Diego Port Commissioner Scott Peters in the close race for the 52nd Congressional District.

Peters Widens Lead Over Bilbray In 52nd Congressional Race

Nov. 13: City News Service; 0 Comments

Port of San Diego Commissioner Scott Peters padded his lead over Rep. Brian Bilbray, R-Solana Beach, in vote counting today in their close congressional race.

52nd Congressional Voters Cross Party Lines In Mayoral Election

Nov. 9: By Kevin Crowe; 0 Comments

A lot of those voters were in neighborhoods such as La Jolla, Bay Park, Bay Ho, North Clairemont and University City south of UCSD.

How You Voted: 52nd Congressional Race

Nov. 9: I-Newsource and KPBS Investigations Desk; 0 Comments

It’s still too close to call a winner in the race for the congressional seat in the 52nd district, which stretches from Poway to Del Mar and then hugs to coast down to Coronado.

Peters Appears To Unseat Bilbray In 52nd Congressional Race

Nov. 7: Midday Edition; 1 Comment

Democratic Port Commissioner Scott Peters appears to have unseated Rep. Brian Bilbray, R-Solana Beach, in the 52nd District.

Bilbray Leads Peters For 52nd Congressional District

Nov. 6: By Claire Trageser; 0 Comments

Congressman Brian Bilbray is leading Port Commissioner Scott Peters in the race for the 52nd Congressional District.

The Battle For Congress: Senate And House Races To Watch

Nov. 6: Carrie Johnson / NPR; 0 Comments

For Republicans itching to regain control of the Senate, Tuesday's election presents a rare opportunity. Only 10 GOP incumbents are on the ballot, compared with nearly two dozen Democrats and independents who caucus with them.

Bilbray Supports Cancer Research Over Health Access

Nov. 5: By Alison St John; 0 Comments

An emotionally wrenching ad featuring Congressman Brian Bilbray's daughter, Briana, highlights inconsistencies in the candidate’s claims.

Briana Bilbray Ad About Cancer Research Raises Contradictions

Nov. 1: By Alison St John; 3 Comments

An ad featuring Congressman Brian Bilbray’s daughter has introduced a very personal note to the tight race between Bilbray and Scott Peters for the 52nd congressional seat. But the ad reveals contradictions in Bilbray’s position on health care.

Bilbray, Peters Tied In 52nd Congressional Race, New Poll Says

Oct. 31: CHANNEL 10 NEWS; 0 Comments

A poll conducted by SurveyUSA found that the race for the 52nd Congressional District is tied between Republican Brian Bilbray and Democrat Scott Peters.

Clinton Tips His Hat To San Diego During Irvine Campaign Rally

Oct. 24: By Marissa Cabrera; 0 Comments

Former President Bill Clinton sings the praises of San Diego and thinks he should be on the city's payroll too.

California Senate Candidates Differ On Water, Health Care, Budget Cuts

Oct. 23: Midday Edition; Evening Edition; 4 Comments

Elizabeth Emken and Dianne Feinstein, the two California candidates for U.S. Senate, talk to KPBS.

Roundtable: Navy/Broadway; Orchestra Nova; Bilbray/Peters; Lightner/Ellis

Oct. 19: Midday Edition; Evening Edition; 2 Comments

The Navy's waterfront project gets a go-ahead; Jung Ho Pak leaves Orchestra Nova behind. Brian Bilbray and Scott Peters turn on each other; Sherri Lightner and Ray Ellis take it to the wire.

Peters Leads Bilbray In Fundraising For 52nd, But With Big Self Loan

Oct. 16: By Alison St John; 0 Comments

The latest campaign fundraising figures show Democrat Scott Peters ahead of Republican Brian Bilbray in the race for the 52nd Congressional District. But if you take away the money Peters loaned his own campaign, they are running neck and neck.