Rep. Mike Garcia concedes, congratulates George Whitesides over victory in California's 27th Congressional District
Rep. Mike Garcia conceded Monday and congratulated political newcomer George Whitesides as the two vied to represent California's 27th Congressional District. NBC News projected that Whitesides took the lead with 51.2% of voters's support, compared to incumbent Garcia's 48.8%. As of Monday evening, more than 288,000 votes were counted.