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Afghan American Elected to Congress | San Antonio News
Aisha Wahab just won a special election to fill the seat vacated by Eric Swalwell, making her the first Afghan American in Congress—and she’s already locked in for a rematch against Melissa Hernandez in November. Wahab, known for her housing advocacy and a controversial caste discrimination bill vetoed by Newsom, defeated Hernandez in a primary that signaled strong momentum. Meanwhile, Swalwell’s investigation continues as federal agents seized his devices and searched his home—his team remains silent. With AIPAC-backed groups pouring millions into Hernandez’s campaign, the race for full term…
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