US EditionOneRepublic founding member unveils bid for California lieutenant governor
CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, JUL 7 – Tim Myers cites dissatisfaction with current leadership and aims to represent California's 40 million residents in a race featuring several prominent Democrats, according to campaign statements.
- On July 9, 2025, Tim Myers, a founding member and former bassist of OneRepublic, declared his Democratic candidacy aimed at becoming California’s lieutenant governor.
- Myers redirected his campaign efforts from challenging the incumbent Republican in California's 41st district to pursuing the lieutenant governor position, citing frustration with the state's current leadership.
- He campaigns on addressing climate change, crime, and homelessness while aiming to represent a new generation and unite California's 40 million residents against political stagnation.
- Myers stated, "California is under attack. Our leaders are silent," and pledged to help "protect and rebuild the California we love" for working families and seniors.
- His entry continues California's tradition of entertainers entering politics and suggests potential shifts in the state's political landscape as he seeks to challenge establishment figures.
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OneRepublic star Tim Myers announces run for California lieutenant governor
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