A congressional candidate debate has taken a contentious turn with a statement made by Melissa Hernandez about her opponent Aisha Wahab. According to expert David McCuan, this statement, which likened Wahab to the Taliban, may ultimately harm Hernandez's campaign.

The battle for the congressional seat is expected to become increasingly heated. McCuan, a professor of political science at Sonoma State, believes Hernandez's comment could backfire against her.

Further details about the debate and its potential impact on the campaign are available from the source. The statement has sparked concern about the tone of the campaign, with McCuan predicting a increasingly ugly battle for the seat.