All articles tagged with #california governor
Originally Published 6 days ago — by CalMatters
As Gavin Newsom's final year as California governor approaches, he faces the challenge of fulfilling his ambitious promises on housing, homelessness, and healthcare, amid political and budgetary hurdles, while positioning himself for a potential presidential run.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Politico
California Senator Alex Padilla has left open the possibility of running for governor, which could significantly impact the state's gubernatorial race, currently featuring several Democratic candidates and no clear frontrunner. Despite not confirming his candidacy, Padilla's potential entry would shake up the race and position him as a high-profile contender, without needing to resign from his Senate seat.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Politico
Senator Alex Padilla is rumored to be considering a run for California governor in 2026, with some polls including his name as a potential candidate, though he has not officially announced his intentions and is currently focused on passing Proposition 50.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Politico
A recent poll shows Katie Porter leading the California governor's race among Democrats, with 21% support, boosted by her visibility and support from white and Asian voters, especially in a crowded field lacking Kamala Harris's influence. Other candidates like Becerra and Villaraigosa follow, while support for Kounalakis and others remains low.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by The Hollywood Reporter
Kamala Harris announced she will not run for California governor, citing a desire to avoid the broken political system and focus on engaging with people directly. She plans to travel, listen, and share her experiences in a new memoir about her 107-day 2024 presidential campaign, while emphasizing the importance of collective effort in democracy and reflecting on her time in office and her views on current political challenges.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Deadline
Kamala Harris, in an interview with Stephen Colbert, explained her decision not to run for California governor, citing a desire to avoid returning to a broken system and to focus on listening to people rather than transactional politics. She indicated she is not ruling out a presidential run in 2028.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Politico
Kamala Harris has decided not to run for governor of California, instead focusing on her national role, supporting Democratic campaigns, and exploring philanthropic efforts, with an eye toward a potential 2028 presidential run.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by The New York Times
Kamala Harris announced she will not run for California governor in 2026, focusing instead on national issues and potential future presidential bids, which opens the field for other Democratic candidates in the state.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by The Washington Post
Kamala Harris announced she will not run for California governor in 2024, leaving her options open for a potential 2028 presidential bid after her recent loss to Donald Trump and her return to California.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by The New York Times
Kamala Harris's decision not to run for California governor keeps her options open for a 2028 presidential bid, with her high profile and fundraising network positioning her as a leading contender, though her recent campaign and support for Biden may complicate her prospects. She plans to stay active in politics through media, fundraising, and supporting Democratic candidates, while taking a break from holding office.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by BBC
Kamala Harris has decided not to run for governor of California, leaving open her potential future presidential bid and impacting the state's political landscape, with primary elections set for 2026.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by ABC News
Kamala Harris has decided not to run for California governor in 2026, which may allow her more flexibility to pursue a presidential run in 2028. She expressed her love for California and her commitment to public service, while indicating she will explore other ways to contribute politically in the coming months.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Bloomberg
Kamala Harris announced she will not run for California governor in 2026, ending speculation and leaving the field open for other Democratic candidates, while potentially keeping her options open for a future White House bid.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by NBC News
Kamala Harris announced she will not run for California governor, ending speculation after her 2024 presidential defeat, and plans to remain active in national politics and Democratic efforts.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by CalMatters
Gavin Newsom, previously denying interest in running for president, has recently acknowledged the possibility, amid his active opposition to Trump and rising national profile, suggesting he may be considering a future presidential campaign.