Afghan American Makes Historic Congressional Win | Panama City Beach News

Afghan American State Senator Aisha Wahab has made history by becoming the first Afghan American in Congress after winning a special election to fill Eric Swalwell’s seat, which he resigned from amid sexual assault allegations he denies. Representing California’s 14th District until January, Wahab defeated BART Director Melissa Hernandez despite heavy outside spending — including from AIPAC-backed groups — and declared her victory proof that “her district cannot be bought.” Rising from foster care, she pledged to serve the community that shaped her while championing housing, equity, and a now-vetoed bill against caste discrimination. Meanwhile, federal agents seized Swalwell’s devices and searched his D.C. home as investigations continue; his attorney remains silent. Wahab and Hernandez will face off again in November for the full term, with Wahab’s stark stance on Gaza — calling it genocide — contrasting sharply with Hernandez’s more cautious position. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/02e90d8d0392b9a6