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Kamala Harris is Democratic front-runner for California governor in 2026: Poll

Former Vice President Kamala Harris leads the Democratic field for the California gubernatorial race in 2026, with support from 57% of Democratic primary voters, according to a survey by Emerson College Polling/Inside California Politics/The Hill.
Former Representative Katie Porter follows Harris with 9% support, while 17% of voters remain undecided about their choice for the primary, as reported by The Hill.
Governor Gavin Newsom is unable to seek reelection due to term limits, leaving an open primary for Democrats, according to multiple reports.
If Harris does not run, the Democratic primary will be open.

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