Sad news out of southern California today…
Citing a recent diagnosis of a serious health problem, former California Assembly Speaker John A. Pérez said Saturday he is dropping out of the race to replace U.S. Rep. Xavier Becerra (D-Los Angeles).
"I've got to focus on my health right now," Pérez said in an interview. "But it was a very hard decision."
I was so pleased to see Pérez run for this seat. I thought it was a perfect fit after Pérez lost to Betty Yee for the California Controller position. I really hope he will be okay and beats whatever he is facing.
See the LA Times article for more information…
Former Assembly Speaker John A. Pérez decides against running for Rep. Xavier Becerra's congressional seat
UPDATE: