The president of the San Diego City Council, Gómez, a Democrat, trailed with 40.5% against fellow Democrat Sara Jacobs, who garnered 59.5% in the race for California's 53rd Congressional District, according to preliminary results.
Jacobs will succeed Susan Davis (D), who has served in the House since 2001 and opted not to seek reelection."As votes here in San Diego continue being counted, the results of the election do not seem to be what we all hoped for.
While we did not win this one, I will never give up the fight for equality and justice and a sustainable planet," Gómez tweeted. "Tonight's results do not define my commitment to building a more just society, I will continue to do the work along with you all.