カリフォルニア州知事選に向け、民主・共和両党の候補者が火曜夜のテレビ討論会で、税制や医療へのアクセス、そして拡大する財政赤字下での州支出について激しく意見を戦わせた。
CNNが主催した討論会には、民主党のハビエル・ベセラ、ケイティ・ポーター、トム・ステイヤー、マット・マハン、アントニオ・ビヤライゴーサの各氏に加え、共和党のチャド・ビアンコ、スティーブ・ヒルトンの両氏を含む計7人の候補者が登壇した。議論は、2026-2027年度に180億ドルに達するカリフォルニア州の財政赤字と、行政サービスの拡充案を中心に展開された。
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California Democratic Party Chair Rusty Hicks urged Democrats running for governor in 2026 to take an “honest” look at whether they can reach the top two in the state’s June 2 primary, warning that a splintered field could, in a low-probability scenario, allow two Republicans to advance to the November general election.
Two Republicans top a recent survey of likely voters in California's race to succeed term-limited Governor Gavin Newsom, prompting Democratic leaders to warn of a potential lockout from the general election. The EVITARUS Research poll, conducted March 12-17 among 2,000 voters, shows Steve Hilton at 16% and Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco at 14%. Democrats Eric Swalwell, Katie Porter and Tom Steyer trail tied at 10%.
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The University of Southern California canceled a planned gubernatorial primary debate hours before it was due to start on March 24, following criticism over the lack of racial diversity in its invited candidates. Lawmakers had demanded an expansion of the participant list, threatening a voter boycott if changes were not made. The decision leaves voters without the high-profile forum amid a crowded race to replace Governor Gavin Newsom.
California Governor Gavin Newsom kicked off his nationwide book tour in Nashville, Tennessee, on Saturday night, focusing on his memoir while sharply criticizing President Donald Trump and Republican policies. Moderated by Justin Kanew of the Tennessee Holler, the event drew hundreds of attendees who heard Newsom advocate for economic reforms and oppose voter registration measures. He expressed optimism about Democrats regaining control of the House in the 2026 midterms.
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President Donald Trump endorsed Republican Steve Hilton for California governor on Monday, consolidating GOP support amid a crowded primary field. A new poll shows Hilton tied with Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco at 14%, ahead of leading Democrats. The endorsement may prevent a potential Democratic lockout under the state's top-two primary system.
Following state Rep. James Talarico's win over U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett in the March 4, 2026, Democratic U.S. Senate primary, and Sen. John Cornyn's first-place finish short of a majority against Attorney General Ken Paxton in the GOP contest, new details emerge on record costs, party reactions, and a May 26 runoff outlook amid concerns over unity and funding.
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Rep. Eric Swalwell, a Democrat running for California governor, has denied an online allegation that interns were required to sign nondisclosure agreements to conceal inappropriate conduct. No accusers have publicly come forward, and major news outlets have not independently confirmed the claims.