Sen. Dianne Feinstein (D-CA) is a strong favorite to win re-election over her little-known challenger, according to a new Field Poll.
The poll shows Feinstein claiming the support of 51 percent of likely voters, while Republican businesswoman Elizabeth Emken trails with only 32 percent support. Emken is stymied by low name recognition: 65 percent of likely voters surveyed have no opinion of the GOP nominee.
Meanwhile, Feinstein — who joined the Senate in 1992 — is viewed favorably by 52 percent of respondents. Forty-five percent of California voters approve of the job Feinstein is doing, compared with 32 percent who disapprove.
