US EditionRep. Eric Swalwell announces run for California governor
Rep. Eric Swalwell joins a crowded California governor race with an anti-Trump platform, focusing on affordability and positioning as a fighter for the state, amid nine Democrats competing.
- On Thursday night, Rep. Eric Swalwell announced on ABC's Jimmy Kimmel Live! that he is running for California governor and launched a campaign website and video the same evening, with the statewide primary set for June 2, 2026.
- Swalwell argued the next governor must defend California from President Donald Trump and deliver a new California focused on housing and affordability as Gov. Gavin Newsom terms out next year.
- A longtime House critic of Trump, Swalwell gained national visibility as an impeachment manager and served on the House Intelligence Committee, traveling to nearly 40 countries to build global research ties.
- Politically, the move risks Swalwell giving up a safe Bay Area House seat after more than 12 years and facing legal attacks, including a DOJ referral alleging mortgage fraud he denies as politically motivated.
- With limited voter engagement, about 44% of registered voters remain undecided while nearly a dozen candidates vie for attention in the compressed eight-month campaign window.
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