State Sen. Josh Becker not running for Eshoo’s seat

(KRON) — California State Sen. Josh Becker will not be running for retiring Rep. Anna Eshoo’s seat, a spokesperson for his office has confirmed with KRON4. Becker, who represents the state’s 13th senate district, will instead seek re-election to his current office.

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Becker had been considered among the likely candidates to run for Eshoo’s seat, so his announcement comes as somewhat of a surprise.

Earlier this week, Silicon Valley Assemblymember Evan Low threw his hat into the ring to succeed longtime Rep. Eshoo (D-Calif.), who was first elected to the seat more than 30 years ago. Former San Jose Mayor Sam Liccardo has filed paperwork to run, but has not officially declared his candidacy.

Sen. Becker sent the following statement to KRON4:

“While I deeply appreciate and am humbled by the many asks and support to run for Congress, I have made the decision to continue representing SD13 and doing the job that I love – the job that is delivering for my diverse constituencies.

We are making significant and meaningful progress in tackling some of the most pressing issues of our generation, and I have big plans for the next few years in the state Senate in areas like climate change, early learning, economic opportunity, and much more.”

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