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A ‘tax-the-rich’ billionaire candidate? Democrats are intrigued

Tom Steyer has built his campaign for governor of California around affordability – he’s not the only Democrat testing the party’s appetite for a populist from the 1%

The Guardian - US

A billionaire, a taco, reality TV: the top 4 attack lines in California’s elections

With the primary election less than three weeks away, the gubernatorial and mayoral races have taken a fiery turn

The Guardian - US

Xavier Becerra's decades in public office are a blessing and a curse in his California governor bid

Xavier Becerra, a Democrat running for California governor, is propping up his decades-long career in public office as proof he can succeed in the state's highest office

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California's ugly succession war hangs over Gavin Newsom

The winner of the California race matters a great deal for Newsom's campaign.

Axios

Trump-backed candidate Steve Hilton accused of lying to voters in fiery California governor debate

The punishing cost of living in California, particularly soaring gas prices, dominated the discussion, highlighting deep partisan divisions

The Independent UK

California gubernatorial frontrunners clash in high-stakes debate as early voting gets under way

Republican and Democratic candidates met again in race shaped by Eric Swalwell’s exit and Xavier Becerra’s rise

The Guardian - US

California Governor Race Debate 2026: Xavier Becerra Takes Centre Stage As Rivals Clash

Xavier Becerra took heavy fire from all sides as eight candidates for California governor traded attacks in a chaotic, high‑stakes debate at Pomona College.

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Row over Democrat billionaire saying ‘paying more taxes is not the answer’ amid talks of tackling inequality in California

A viral moment from California’s governor debate has put billionaire Democrat Tom Steyer under fresh scrutiny, after he appeared to dismiss the idea that he should personally pay more tax to tackle inequality.

The Times of India

Democrats Splinter in California Governor's Race: Trump-Endorsed Steve Hilton Eyes Stunning Upset

In a California gubernatorial debate, six candidates pitched to voters after former Rep. Eric Swalwell exited the race over sexual misconduct allegations.

International Business Times UK

Leading California governor candidates spar in debate as topsy-turvy race heats up

Six candidates clashed over homelessness and cost of living crisis in first debate since Eric Swalwell’s exit – with a clear frontrunner still to emerge

The Guardian - US

Six California governor candidates to attend first major debate following Swalwell’s exit

Six leading candidates vying for California’s governorship are set to clash in a televised debate Wednesday, each hoping for a pivotal moment in a chaotic and leaderless race.

The Independent UK

One billionaire spent over $115 million to attempt to buy a political job for which he has no prior experience

It is an attempt to fast track recognition.

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Democrat Betty Yee exits the race for governor of California

Former California controller Betty Yee has exited the race for governor, dealing another blow to an already fractured Democratic field and intensifying concerns that the party could split its vote in the state's unusual "top-two" primary system.

Latin Times

Eric Swalwell's Fall From Grace Has Rewritten California's Governor Race, and Katie Porter May Be the Biggest Early Winner

Eric Swalwell's implosion has done more than end one of California's most closely watched gubernatorial bids. It has scrambled the 2026 governor's race, opened a fight for his supporters, and created fresh anxiety inside the Democratic Party over whether a crowded field could hand Republicans an even bigger opening in…

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The Guardian - US

Swalwell’s shock exit throws California governor’s race into disarray: ‘This really tosses the table over’

The contest to replace Gavin Newsom was already bizarre – now after the downfall of its apparent frontrunner, the state’s Democrats are scrambling

The Guardian - US

Trump endorses ex-Fox News host Steve Hilton in California governor’s race

Move to back the Republican candidate could dash party’s hopes of locking Democrats out of the November runoff

The Guardian - US

California governor poll raises prospect of two Republicans contesting runoff

Survey puts Steve Hilton and Chad Bianco ahead with Democratic vote split between large field of candidates

The Independent UK

Crowded race to replace Newsom finally has a leader, at least by one measure

Even in the heavily Democratic state, an all-GOP general election is possible under the unusual top-two primary system

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The Guardian - US

California Democrats defy call from party to abandon crowded race: ‘Voters choose the next governor’

State party chair had urged candidates with no ‘viable path’ to victory to drop out to ensure Democratic win in November

The Guardian - US

Can’t win? Drop out: California Democrats plead with governor hopefuls as party fears Republican surge

Party worries crowded field to replace Gavin Newsom – and quirk of primary system – could open door for Republicans in November

The Guardian - US

Matt Mahan, mayor of San Jose, announces run for governor of California

The former tech entrepreneur joins a sprawling but stagnant field to succeed Gavin Newsom

Benzinga

Billionaire Environmental Activist Seeking To Succeed Gavin Newsom As Governor, Saying Corporations Need To Pay Their Fair Share Again

Billionaire businessman and environmental activist Tom Steyer has officially launched his campaign for California governor, joining a crowded field of Democrats and Republicans aiming to succeed term-limited Gov. Gavin Newsom.

The Guardian - US

California dreaming: who is running to succeed Gavin Newsom as governor?

A total of 150 candidates have submitted paperwork, but here are the frontrunners for the election

Axios

Rep. Eric Swalwell swipes at Trump as he joins crowded California governor's race

Swalwell said he wants to "keep the worst president in history out of our homes, out of our streets, and out of our lives."

The Guardian - US

Billionaire environmental activist Tom Steyer announces run for California governor

Steyer, who ran to be Democratic presidential nominee in 2020, joins crowded field seeking to replace Gavin Newsom

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