California candidates trade blows in key district, as Republican slams Dem over ‘MeToo’ court controversy

A California Republican congresswoman’s campaign is criticizing her Democratic attorney opponent of intentionally crafting a legal defense for a client that blamed victims for their alleged sexual harassment — and the challenger is hitting right back.

Rep. Michelle Steel, whose Democratic-leaning Orange County seat is considered a crucial hold for Republicans in November, is facing off with Derek Tran. 

Tran is an attorney and military veteran who recently defended a former employee...