Gloria, who previously served on the City Council and in the state Assembly, was leading political newcomer Larry Turner, a Marine veteran and police officer, by 54.6% to 45.4% with 62% of ballots counted After polling 50.

Incumbent Gloria held a 54.5% share of the vote compared to Turner's 45.4%, a lead that has closed slightly since initial results but still appears insurmountable with a 33,000-vote deficit.