Rep. Ro Khanna is endorsing three insurgent Democratic candidates challenging incumbent House Democrats in California. This is a significant move for Khanna, who is seen as a potential presidential contender and embraces confronting the party establishment. He is backing progressive candidates who have not committed to supporting Hakeem Jeffries for Speaker. Khanna announced his endorsements for Angela Gonzales-Torres, Eric Jones, and Mai Vang. Gonzales-Torres challenges Rep. Jimmy Gomez, Jones runs against Rep. Mike Thompson, and Vang is opposing Rep. Doris Matsui. Khanna cited a desire for "new blood" and a "new politics" driving his decision. While he expressed respect for the incumbents, he believes voters are demanding change and it's time to pass the baton. The incumbents' campaigns pushed back, emphasizing local support and accusing their challengers of being outsiders. Khanna previously endorsed Thompson but has now shifted his support to Jones, citing a generational shift. Jones and Gonzales-Torres finished second in their primaries, and Vang narrowly advanced, while Matsui's re-election is considered uncertain by some Democrats.