Aisha Wahab holds a narrow lead over Melissa Hernandez in bid for Swalwell's seat

Early results show State Senator Aisha Wahab holding a 51 to 49 percent lead over BART Board President Melissa Hernandez in the race to fill former Congressman Eric Swalwell's seat. The special election yesterday is only for the remainder of Swalwell's current term, and the two are already set to face off again in November for the full term. For more, Rebecca Goodeyon spoke with KCBS insider Phil Matier.

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