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Aug 9, 2024 · Who is running for California governor in 2026? Meet the potential candidates California Gov. Gavin Newsom, shown at the inauguration of his second term in office, cannot run for reelection.
- phil.willon@latimes.com
- Assistant Editor, Sacramento
Sep 29, 2024 · Four Democrats running for governor in 2026 answer questions before the National Union of Healthcare Workers, even before California voters have their November 2024 ballots. Tony Thurmond won a non-binding straw poll.
- Capitol Reporter
Mar 29, 2024 · Lt. Gov. Eleni Kounalakis was early out of the gate to declare her intentions to run for governor, announcing in April 2023.
- Kaitlyn Schallhorn
Jan 19, 2024 · Atkins, Kounalakis or Yee would be the first woman governor in California history. Atkins would also be the first openly LGBTQ+ person to lead the state, while Thurmond would be the first Black person and Bonta or Yee would be the first Asian American.
- Capitol Reporter
Aug 7, 2024 · A handful of other lawmakers and political figures are considering runs as well, including Attorney General Rob Bonta, U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra for the Democrats and...
While voters won’t get an official say until June 2026’s primary election, the race is heating up now as several vie to succeed Gov. Gavin Newsom, who will term out in 2027. A handful of...
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Jan 23, 2024 · Voters won’t weigh in for more than two years — the primary election is not until June 2026 — but the race to be California’s next governor is already growing crowded with major contenders....
