LOS ANGELES — Newly appointed California Democratic Sen. Laphonza Butler will not seek election to a full term in 2024.

Butler - who was named earlier this month by Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom to complete the remaining term of the late Dianne Feinstein - says in a statement she made the decision after considering “what kind of life I want to have, what kind of service I want to offer and what kind of voice I want to bring forward.”

Her candidacy would have complicated an already crowded race that includes several other prominent Democrats - U.S. Reps. Katie Porter, Adam Schiff and Barbara Lee.

Newly appointed California Democratic Sen. Laphonza Butler will not seek election to a full term in 2024.{ai:summary}<p>Democratic Sen. Laphonza Butler won't seek re-election in 2024, according to a statement. Her decision was influenced by personal aspirations and the desire to make a meaningful impact. This choice avoids further complications in the race, as other prominent Democrats are already running. #politics</p>

Newly appointed California Sen. Laphonza Butler will not seek election to a full term in 2024

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