November 5 individual House race report following a source-verified AP call.
A newly called House win
Democrat Marni von Wilpert won California's 48th Congressional District over Republican Jim Desmond, according to Associated Press results reported by Axios San Diego on November 5. The report listed the projected split at approximately 59.5% to 40.5% with the count then available. Von Wilpert, a San Diego city council member, won an open district after Republican Darrell Issa chose not to run again. This is one House race call, not a prediction of every remaining district.
California's new boundaries mattered
The 48th District was redrawn and stretches across parts of inland San Diego and Riverside counties. Democratic strategists targeted it as a possible gain after boundaries changed; Republicans sought to defend a seat long represented by their party. Election outcomes reflect candidate campaigns, voter preferences and turnout as well as district design. Democrats also flipped seats in other states in the broader midterm sweep.
What changes in Washington
The victory contributes to Democrats' new House majority and helps determine the chamber's final margin. The next Congress begins in January 2027, when members elect a speaker and organize committees. Seat totals can change as other races are called or state officials certify results. CDN News reports the specific November 5 call and does not imply every California election has completed its count.
Sources & transparency
Axios San Diego, Marni von Wilpert wins 48th district November 5Original CDN News coverage. Sources are linked for reference.
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