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Who’s Running for California Governor? Here’s a Look at the Current Field of Candidates
At least 10 candidates from both parties compete in the wide-open California governor race with 44% of voters undecided, recent dropouts, endorsements, and controversies shaping the contest.
- Last month the 2026 governor's race remained unexpectedly wide open, with 44% of California voters undecided and no candidate polling above 15%.
- After Stephen Cloobeck's withdrawal on Monday, at least 10 candidates remain as many highlight candidates' biographies and government experience amid low name recognition.
- Viral videos and federal charges have altered candidate images, as Katie Porter was caught on camera trying to walk out of an interview, and prosecutors allege a dormant campaign account tied to Xavier Becerra diverted nearly $20,000.
- With few statewide officeholders in the field, Tony Thurmond, State Superintendent of Public Instruction, stands out as the only current statewide official, while Xavier Becerra runs on lowering health care costs.
- The primary next June, with at least 10 candidates, includes one pledging to build two units on surplus state land and Tom Steyer joining last month, highlighting key issues.
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Here’s Who’s Running for California Governor in 2026…So Far - Sonoma Valley Sun
The 2026 California gubernatorial election will take place on November 3, 2026, to elect the governor of California. The nonpartisan top-two primary election will take place on June 2, 2026. Incumbent Democratic governor Gavin Newsom is term-limited and ineligible for election to a third term. As of November 2025, over two dozen candidates have declared campaigns, and the field is expected to grow. Republicans
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