FILE - This undated file photo provided by the Garcia For Congress campaign shows Mike Garcia. The former naval fighter pilot and Santa Clarita businessman announced Wednesday, April 10, 2019, that he will challenge first-term Rep. Katie Hill in 2020, arguing that the Democratic agenda is out of step with the district anchored in northern Los Angeles County. (Garcia For Congress via AP, File)
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Democrat Smith advances in fight for California House seat
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Democratic legislator Christy Smith advanced Wednesday in her bid to fill a Southern California U.S. House seat left vacant after the resignation of former Rep. Katie Hill.