The Republican maintains a big lead in the special election, with the results to be certified later this week.

Huntington Beach Councilmember Tony Strickland celebrated his victory after winning the California State Senate District 36 ...

Huntington Beach Councilmember Tony Strickland declared victory Monday in the special election race for California’s 36th ...

Huntington Beach Councilmember Tony Strickland declared victory Monday in the special election race for California’s 36th ...

(Photo by Michael Slaten, Orange County Register/SCNG) Huntington Beach Councilmember Tony Strickland declared victory Monday in the special election race for California’s 36th State Senate ...

(Photo by Michael Slaten, Orange County Register/SCNG) Huntington Beach Councilmember Tony Strickland declared victory Monday in the special election race for California’s 36th State Senate ...

Republican Tony Strickland claimed victory today in last month’s special election to fill the vacant seat in the California ...