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INSANE: 2 - The Real Truth

Where California’s Gubernatorial Candidates Stand on Climate and Taking Big Oil Money

While frontrunners Steyer and Becerra slug it out, they’re clashing over their commitment to clean energy.

Capital & Main

In California Governor’s Race, Xavier Becerra Walks Away From Single-Payer

Once an advocate for a universal system, he now focuses on incremental reforms and shielding Californians from federal cuts.

Capital & Main

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

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California Democrat linked to Newsom and Becerra pleads guilty to fraud

Dana Williamson, who has ties to Gavin Newsom, conspired to steal gubernatorial hopeful Xavier Becerra’s campaign funds

The Guardian - US

Ex-aide to California Democrats admits guilt in scheme to steal campaign funds from health secretary

A top California Democratic political aide has agreed to plead guilty in a scheme to steal campaign funds from Xavier Becerra when he served as the federal health secretary

The Independent UK

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

The Independent UK

California's ugly succession war hangs over Gavin Newsom

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

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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.

International Business Times UK

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

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.

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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 Guardian - US

Lawmakers and community leaders react to ‘indefensible’ Cesar Chavez sexual abuse allegations

New York Times report leads to multiple cancellations of events meant to celebrate the late labor organizer

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

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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

The Independent UK

Newsom's ex-aide indicted on corruption, fraud charges. Here's what to know about the case.

A former top aide to California’s Gavin Newsom was arrested and indicted on federal corruption charges this week

The Guardian - US

Ex-top aide to Newsom indicted over scheme to steal money from ex-US health secretary

Dana Williamson among five co-conspirators in scheme to steal more than $225,000 from Xavier Becerra’s campaign

The Independent UK

Gavin Newsom’s former chief of staff arrested on fraud, tax and obstruction of justice charges

Williamson was Newsom’s chief of staff until late 2024

The Guardian - US

Democratic frontrunner for California governor threatens to walk out of interview

Interviews grows testy when CBS reporter asks Katie Porter about 40% of voters who went for Trump, saying: ‘I’m going to call it’

The Guardian - US

Kamala Harris announces she will not run for governor of California

Decision leaves race wide open, with candidates including Xavier Becerra, Antonio Villaraigosa and Katie Porter

Roll Call

Kamala Harris decides against run for California governor in 2026 - Roll Call

Former Vice President Kamala Harris announced Wednesday that she will not run for governor of California in the 2026 election.

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