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INSANE: 2 - The Real Truth

California governor’s race: DoJ sends in federal observer over slow count

Experts warn ballot-counting could drag on in primaries for governor, LA mayor and Congress, as Trump claims ‘rigging’

The Guardian - US · Jun 5

Tense governor’s race in California unsettled as vote-counting continues

State election officials continue to sift through uncounted primary ballots, which could take days or even weeks

The Guardian - US · Jun 4

LA Mayoral Run-Off: Karen Bass Moves to Run-Off, Will It Be Nithya Raman or Spencer Pratt?

Karen Bass advances to the Los Angeles mayoral run-off, facing Spencer Pratt and Nithya Raman amidst criticism over wildfire response and city issues.

International Business Times UK · Jun 3

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California, Iowa Primaries Shape Key 2026 Contests As Voters Weigh Cost-Of-Living, National Issues

The latest round of state primaries unfolded against a backdrop of international conflicts, economic uncertainty and ongoing debates over trade, immigration and government spending.

International Business Times · Jun 3

Eric Swalwell Sexual Assault Scandal Reshapes Crucial California Governor Race

Eric Swalwell's exit from the California governor race due to a scandal has reshaped the political landscape, benefiting candidates Tom Steyer and Xavier Becerra.

International Business Times UK · Jun 3

Mitch McConnell statement suggests he considers Bill Pulte unfit for national intelligence director role –as it happened

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The Guardian - US · Jun 3

Who won the California Governor race? Early results show Steve Hilton, Xavier Becerra and Tom Steyer battling for top spots

As preliminary results emerged Tuesday night, Steve Hilton, Xavier Becerra and Tom Steyer pulled ahead of a crowded field competing to succeed Gavin Newsom, who is barred from seeking another term, according to a report by The Guardian.

The Economic Times · Jun 3

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Trump takes a hit in nationwide primaries as voters shake up the map

Contests, spanning California, Iowa, Montana, New Jersey, New Mexico, and South Dakota, provided crucial takeaways for both major parties

The Independent UK · Jun 3

California primary election results: Hilton narrowly leads as governor’s race remains too close to call

Early results show Steve Hilton, Xavier Becerra and Tom Steyer emerging in front, with many ballots to be counted

The Guardian - US · Jun 3

Democratic Primaries 2026: California Governor Race and House Battles Put Party Future on the Line

Tuesday's elections in California, Iowa, Montana, New Jersey, New Mexico, and South Dakota will determine nominees in several battleground races.

International Business Times · Jun 2

Democrats are at a huge crossroads in California governor’s race

If Tom Steyer wins, that could send positive shock waves through the Democratic party

The Guardian - US · Jun 2

Trump's Ennui

Plus: California's races, how not to blow an inheritance, life extension hits the wall, and more...

Reason · Jun 2

What is California’s ‘jungle primary’ – and why are some Democrats calling to change the system?

Practice begun in 2012 under ex-governor Schwarzenegger could see two Republicans advance to general election

The Guardian - US · Jun 2

Californians vote in fiercely contested gubernatorial and congressional primaries

Californians have their final chance to vote Tuesday in a fiercely contested gubernatorial primary ahead of Democratic Governor Gavin Newsom’s mandate coming to an end at the end of the year. The state's open-primary system, which allows the two best-performing candidates to advance regardless of party, has raised fears among…

France 24 · Jun 2

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The Guardian - US · Jun 2

Trump’s $1.8bn ‘anti-weaponization’ fund scrapped, acting attorney general Todd Blanche confirms – as it happened

Blanche confirms fund set up to compensate president’s allies will not go ahead after fierce backlash and court setbacks

AAP · May 31

Here are the top candidates for California governor in Tuesday's primary

California voters face a crowded ballot with 61 names during Tuesday's primary to replace outgoing Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom

The Guardian - US · May 30

California elections: governor, LA mayor and Congress at stake as the state braces for turbulence

There is little sign of clarity in the closing stretch of a campaign season for governor, Congress and LA mayor

Latin Times · May 29

MEET Xavier Becerra, the Democrat Who Could Become the First Latino Governor of California in 150 Years

Xavier Becerra is asking California voters to believe that the next governor does not need to be the loudest person in the race. He is betting that experience, biography and the promise of the California Dream can still cut through a primary dominated by billionaire spending, voter fatigue and political…

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Capital & Main · May 28

Top Democratic Candidates Agree on Housing Urgency, Not the Fix

In the governor’s race, Steyer backs sweeping reforms and Becerra stresses enforcement.

The Independent UK · May 28

California’s messy governor showdown leaves Democratic voters totally split

Unlike previous high-profile contests that saw figures like Republican Arnold Schwarzenegger or Democrat Jerry Brown dominate, this election has left many voters feeling uninspired

The Independent UK · May 27

Billionaire Tom Steyer’s record spending dominates California governor race

Steyer, a former hedge fund manager and now prominent liberal activist, has already committed over $195 million to broadcast TV, cable, and radio advertisements, a figure that continues to climb, according to data compiled by advertising tracker AdImpact

The Guardian - US · May 23

Is boring back? The California governor’s race and the fight for the future of the Democratic party

A massive field, no clear frontrunners and one big scandal have turned the high-stakes battle into a head-scratcher

Capital & Main · May 22

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 · May 21

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.

The Guardian - US · May 15

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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