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Pressure mounts for Swalwell to exit California governor bid amid sexual misconduct allegations
politics2 hours ago

Pressure mounts for Swalwell to exit California governor bid amid sexual misconduct allegations

Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell faces growing calls to withdraw from California's open gubernatorial race after multiple women alleged sexual misconduct, including an incident in 2019. Swalwell denies the claims and says he will defend himself with facts, while losing endorsements from prominent Democrats (Adam Schiff, Nancy Pelosi) and labor unions such as the California Teachers Association. The scandal comes as a crowded primary tests the race weeks before ballots go out, with Gov. Gavin Newsom urging a serious investigation.

via BBC|
#california-governor-race#california-politics#endorsements
Porter distances herself from influencer tied to Swalwell allegations
california-politics2 days ago

Porter distances herself from influencer tied to Swalwell allegations

CBS News California reports that influencer Cheyenne Hunt, who has promoted allegations against Rep. Eric Swalwell, has academic and professional ties to UC Irvine Law professor and Porter’s rival for governor, Katie Porter. Porter's campaign says there is no meaningful relationship with Hunt, noting overlapping timelines but no collaboration; Hunt has hinted at coordinating with women who may come forward about Swalwell, while Swalwell’s campaign denies the allegations and dismisses them as political attacks. The piece also covers Hunt’s and Porter’s overlapping years at UC Irvine and Porter's public remarks on the matter, with CNN cautioning that independent verification of the allegations has not been established.

via CBS News|
#california-governor-race#california-politics#cheyenne-hunt
california-politics11 days ago

Swalwell seals union backing as Trump-era FBI drama shadows California governor race

Eric Swalwell lands a major labor endorsement (CTA) for his California gubernatorial bid, giving him a key boost in a divided field. The weekend also spotlighted a Washington Post report that Kash Patel is pushing to release a decade-old FBI file related to Swalwell’s ties to a suspected Chinese operative, a move Swalwell says could be used to influence the race. He leans into the Trump confrontation as a defining contrast, even as Democratic voters remain split about the primary lineup.

via Politico|
#california-governor-race#california-politics#california-teachers-association
USC debate fallout: exclusion of candidates of color derails plan and a rushed alternative fizzles
california-politics17 days ago

USC debate fallout: exclusion of candidates of color derails plan and a rushed alternative fizzles

USC canceled its planned gubernatorial debate after backlash that its invitation criteria excluded all candidates of color; a last-minute KNBC-moderated alternative could not be assembled in time due to scheduling conflicts, leaving several candidates of color and Matt Mahan out and highlighting gatekeeping concerns ahead of California’s 2026 race.

via Los Angeles Times|
#california-politics#candidates-of-color#gubernatorial-debate
California Reassesses Chávez Names as Schools and County Move to Farmworkers Day Amid Controversies
politics-california17 days ago

California Reassesses Chávez Names as Schools and County Move to Farmworkers Day Amid Controversies

California news today centers on rethinking public commemorations of César Chávez: LAUSD votes to rename two César Chávez Academies and remove Chávez murals by fall 2026, while designating Farm Workers Day on calendars; Los Angeles County votes to rename the Chávez holiday as Farmworkers Day and to inventory and remove Chávez names from county assets. Separately, California sues the federal government to block a Defense Production Act order to restart an offshore oil operation, arguing it oversteps state authority, and USC cancels a gubernatorial debate amid criticism over candidate inclusion and debate criteria.

via LAist|
#california-politics#cesar-chavez#energy-policy
california-politics18 days ago

California Reframes Chavez Legend After New Allegations

A New York Times investigation accusing Cesar Chavez of sexual abuse has forced California to confront a conflicted legacy, triggering a statewide reckoning within the Democratic establishment and Latino leadership as they balance decades of farmworkers’ rights advocacy with the need to acknowledge alleged crimes and the movement’s broader history.

via Politico|
#california-politics#cesar-chavez#dolores-huerta
california-politics22 days ago

Reexamining Cesar Chavez: A Biographer’s Candid Look at a Complex Legacy

Miriam Pawel, Chavez’s biographer, argues that his legacy is far more complex than the heroic myth, acknowledging new sexual-abuse allegations while noting his human flaws and the movement he built; the interview traces Chavez’s California-focused influence, discusses how the movement’s ethos sometimes muted red flags, and considers how farmworker memory should shift toward Dolores Huerta and other leaders rather than centering a single icon.

via Politico|
#biography#california#california-politics
politics22 days ago

Chávez memorial bills slowed as sexual misconduct allegations resurface

California Democrats said they will pause and revise legislation to convert the César E. Chávez National Monument into a National Historic Park after new sexual misconduct allegations against Chávez; sponsors plan to rename the bills, remove Chávez’s name from landmarks, and honor victims while recognizing the broader farmworker movement, with companion measures like a Farmworker Peregrinación National Historic Trail under review.

via Politico|
#california-politics#cesar-chavez#farmworker-movement
Trump mocks Newsom’s dyslexia, intensifying feud as 2028 buzz grows
politics24 days ago

Trump mocks Newsom’s dyslexia, intensifying feud as 2028 buzz grows

President Trump again mocked Gov. Gavin Newsom’s dyslexia as a disqualifying trait, marking at least the fourth such dig in a week. Newsom responded by embracing the spotlight and highlighting dyslexia as a strength, with experts noting the condition can coincide with leadership abilities. The exchange is framed as part of a broader feud and Newsom’s efforts to raise his national profile ahead of a possible 2028 presidential bid, including comments from Newsom and his wife on the issue.

via Los Angeles Times|
#2028-presidential-race#california-politics#dyslexia
Becerra accuses USC/ABC of sidelining candidates of color in California governor debate
california-politics28 days ago

Becerra accuses USC/ABC of sidelining candidates of color in California governor debate

Democratic California gubernatorial candidate Xavier Becerra blasted USC and ABC for a March 24 debate that would exclude all candidates of color, calling the eligibility criteria biased; USC and the Center for the Political Future say the selection weighed polling and fundraising data, with six invitees including late entrant Matt Mahan, while Becerra and other excluded candidates condemn the process as discriminatory and unfair in a crowded race ahead of the June primary.

via Los Angeles Times|
#abc#becerra#california-politics
Kiley pivots to no party preference to seek reelection in CA
politics1 month ago

Kiley pivots to no party preference to seek reelection in CA

California Rep. Kevin Kiley filed to run for reelection as 'no party preference' (independent) rather than as a Republican, a move spurred by redistricting that put his district in more Democratic-leaning territory. While it's not yet official whether he will leave the GOP, he emphasizes nonpartisanship. He faces a crowded race in California’s 6th District and is currently the best-funded candidate, with about $2.1 million in fundraising, as he competes with Democrats Richard Pan and Thien Ho.

via Axios|
#california-politics#independent-candidate#kevin-kiley
california-politics1 month ago

Steyer questions Swalwell’s California residency in bid for governor

Tom Steyer’s campaign has asked California’s secretary of state to review Eric Swalwell’s residency, arguing Swalwell may live in California only on paper as he runs for governor. The move centers on a dormant five-year residency requirement that state officials have long treated as unconstitutional or unenforceable. Steyer warns the ambiguity could spark a constitutional crisis if Swalwell wins and the Trump administration challenges his legitimacy, potentially affecting federal funds and state operations. Swalwell’s team says it’s common for candidates to list an attorney’s or treasurer’s address for safety, and the secretary of state did not commit to action. Legal experts say any ruling could require a court, highlighting the unsettled nature of California’s residency rules amid a crowded, high-stakes governor’s race.

via Politico|
#california#california-politics#governor
Calif. Dems pressure crowded governor field to drop out or risk GOP win
politics1 month ago

Calif. Dems pressure crowded governor field to drop out or risk GOP win

California's Democratic Party urged candidates without a viable path to the general election to suspend their campaigns, but nine Democrats remain in a crowded gubernatorial field, fueling fears that two Republicans could reach November. Party chair Rusty Hicks warned of a possible GOP surge and urged strategic withdrawals, a stance criticized by candidates. Polls divide the race into a competitive core and trailing candidates, the party did not endorse anyone at its convention, and Newsom acknowledged concerns.

via The Guardian|
#california#california-politics#democratic-party
california-politics1 month ago

Schwarzenegger Inducted into California Hall of Fame as Newsom Celebrates Legacy

Gavin Newsom announced Arnold Schwarzenegger's induction into the California Hall of Fame, months after his name was left off an early list amid a redistricting dispute; Newsom praised Schwarzenegger as a singular figure in California history despite the former governor's opposition to Newsom's redistricting, joining other inductees like Jamie Lee Curtis, Janet Evans, and Nobuyuki Matsuhisa.

via Politico|
#california-hall-of-fame#california-politics#induction