State Sen. Aisha Wahab takes early lead in race to replace ex-Congressman Eric Swalwell

ALAMEDA COUNTY, Calif. -- Results are starting to roll in for the race to replace ex-Congressman Eric Swalwell, and one California state senator has taken an early lead.

With nearly 47% of the votes counted, State Sen. Aisha Wahab is leading the race with 34% of the vote.

Former Dublin Mayor and BART Director Melissa Hernandez is in second with 16% of the vote.

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Swalwell did not run for his seat again, favoring a gubernatorial campaign instead, until multiple women came forward with allegations of sexual misconduct back in April.

Swalwell denied the allegations but still ended his campaign for governor and resigned from Congress.

Alameda County voters will have to cast another ballot for this seat on June 16 in a special election to fill the remainder of Swalwell's term in Congress.

Depending on the results, there could be a runoff election on Aug. 18.