The state representative race for the Second Franklin District in Massachusetts has been thrown into a state of flux. The Democratic candidate dropped out, and now party officials are scrambling to replace her.

Denise Andrews was to challenge Republican incumbent Susannah Whipps Lee for the seat that covers eastern Franklin and western Worcester counties. But several media outlets report Andrews quit the race to take a job in the private sector.

A spokesperson for the Massachusetts Democratic Party said they are seeking candidates and are forming a committee to recommend a replacement for Andrews.

But time is short. The deadline for parties to replace candidates is Wednesday afternoon.

The incumbent, Whipps Lee, said in a statement she will continue campaigning as planned leading up to November.