California State Assemblyman Vince Fong is now putting his hat in the race to replace Kevin McCarthy in Congress.  Fong made the announcement Monday morning after State Senator Shannon Grove said she would not seek McCarthy’s congressional seat. 

Fong initially decided to not run for Congress, but later changed his decision saying the Central Valley “must continue to be represented by proven, conservative leaders in Congress.”

“It is my strong belief that the Central Valley must continue to be represented by proven, conservative leaders in Congress,” said Fong in a post. “In light of recent developments and in an attempt to unite our community in this critical moment in our nation’s history, I have decided to run for Congress in 2024. Let’s go!”