Issa Questions Constitutionality of Newsom's Out-of-State Senate Pick
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Rep. Darrell Issa sending letter to Newsom questioning constitutionality of appointing Laphonza Butler while she lives in Maryland.
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Butler's address listed as Silver Spring, Maryland though she will represent California.
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Issa says Californians have a right to a senator who puts their state first.
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Appointment has implications for 2024 election as seat is highly contested.
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Butler will be the only Black woman and first openly LGBTQ+ senator from California.