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Trump-backed Hilton and Sheriff Bianco wage bruising California GOP governor showdown
politics1 day ago

Trump-backed Hilton and Sheriff Bianco wage bruising California GOP governor showdown

Trump-endorsed Steve Hilton and Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco lead California’s crowded GOP bid for governor, trading harsh attacks on immigration, election integrity, and governance as the June primary approaches under California’s top-two system. The race, which could snap Democrats’ long dominance if a Republican wins, is further complicated by Bianco’s past ballot-seizure probe and Hilton’s national profile, while both tout similar agenda items (spending, crime, and immigration). Democrats worry about a split or a late surge that could leave them shut out of the November race.

via Los Angeles Times|
#bianco-hilton#california#donald-trump
Gubernatorial debate canceled after outcry over excluding candidates of color
politics17 days ago

Gubernatorial debate canceled after outcry over excluding candidates of color

USC scrapped its planned California gubernatorial debate after days of backlash over a criteria that excluded all candidates of color, with excluded candidates planning alternative events and lawmakers urging boycotts; the dispute focused on a data-driven candidate viability formula used by USC and partners, highlighting debates about fairness ahead of the top-two primary.

via Los Angeles Times|
#california#candidates-of-color#debate
California sheriff seizes over 500,000 ballots in 2025 election probe
politics19 days ago

California sheriff seizes over 500,000 ballots in 2025 election probe

Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco, a Republican gubernatorial candidate, seized more than 500,000 ballots from the county elections office as part of an investigation into a ballot-count discrepancy from the November 2025 redistricting election. County officials dispute the claimed discrepancy, noting a small gap between machine totals and the final count and suggesting handwritten logs may have errors; Bianco says the effort is a fact-finding mission that will resume under a judge-appointed special master. California Attorney General Rob Bonta called the seizure unprecedented and warned it could sow distrust in elections, while Bianco emphasized the probe’s independence from his campaign.

via CNN|
#ballots#bianco#california
CA GOP governor hopeful cites massive ballot seizure in disputed probe
politics19 days ago

CA GOP governor hopeful cites massive ballot seizure in disputed probe

Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco, a Republican candidate for California governor, says his office launched a probe into ballot counts from a 2025 redistricting special election after a local complaint, claiming more than 500,000 ballots were seized; elections officials dispute the assertion as Bianco competes in a GOP primary that includes multiple Democrats.

via The Independent|
#california#elections#governor
Bailey clinches GOP nomination in Illinois rematch with Pritzker
politics24 days ago

Bailey clinches GOP nomination in Illinois rematch with Pritzker

Darren Bailey won the Illinois GOP gubernatorial primary with just under 54% of the vote, earning a rematch against incumbent Gov. JB Pritzker in November. Bailey, a downstate farmer who lost to Pritzker in 2022, ran a quieter campaign this time, while Pritzker portraying him as aligned with Trump and attacking his policies. The primary included rivals Ted Dabrowski, James Mendrick and Rick Heidner, and Bailey’s personal tragedy earlier this year helped shape his campaign narrative.

via Chicago Tribune|
#elections#governor#illinois
Washington moves toward 9.9% tax on high earners as governor poised to sign
politics29 days ago

Washington moves toward 9.9% tax on high earners as governor poised to sign

Washington’s Legislature passed a 9.9% income tax on households earning over $1 million, clearing the way to Gov. Bob Ferguson’s desk after a last-minute Republican challenge; the governor has signaled he will sign, and the bill would take effect after revenue begins in 2029 to fund schools, health care, higher education and public safety, with expanded tax breaks for small businesses and low‑income families. Supporters say it corrects a regressive tax code, while opponents warn of constitutional questions and potential impacts on business and capital flight, and amendments were added during passage to clarify language and offset revenue losses.

via king5.com|
#governor#income-tax#millionaires-tax
California's jungle primary could force a GOP showdown in the governor race
politics1 month ago

California's jungle primary could force a GOP showdown in the governor race

California's jungle primary could produce a November GOP showdown with two Republicans, potentially sidelining a Democrat in this blue state. Emerson polling shows Rep. Eric Swalwell leading a crowded field, but money, endorsements, and a potential Newsom tilt will determine who breaks out, keeping a Democratic path open despite the runoff risk for Republicans.

via Straight Arrow News - SAN|
#california#democrats#gop
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
California's Open Governor Contest Sets Stage for 2026
politics1 month ago

California's Open Governor Contest Sets Stage for 2026

With Governor Newsom term-limited and Pelosi retiring, California's 2026 governor race is wide open. The June 2 primary will determine the two finalists for November among a crowded field of Democrats (Xavier Becerra, Matt Mahan, Katie Porter, Tom Steyer, Eric Swalwell, Tony Thurmond, Antonio Villaraigosa, Betty Yee) plus Republicans Chad Bianco and Steve Hilton and Green Party candidate Butch Ware, with voters focused on housing, homelessness, taxes, and the state’s relationship with the federal government.

via The New York Times|
#california#candidates#elections
Abbott’s GOP edge and Cornyn’s tight Senate path dominate Texas 2026 primary results
politics1 month ago

Abbott’s GOP edge and Cornyn’s tight Senate path dominate Texas 2026 primary results

Texas voters in the 2026 primary nominated party contenders for major statewide and federal races. Incumbent Gov. Greg Abbott won the Republican governor primary; Sen. John Cornyn led a competitive GOP Senate race against Ken Paxton; Gina Hinojosa topped the Democratic governor primary; Democrats also held early leads in the Comptroller race (Sarah Eckhardt) and the Attorney General race (Nathan Johnson), while Mayes Middleton led the Republican AG field as results continued to come in.

via Austin American-Statesman|
#elections#governor#politics
Texas primaries heat up as Senate battles shape 2026 midterms
politics1 month ago

Texas primaries heat up as Senate battles shape 2026 midterms

Texas’ primaries kick off the 2026 cycle with two high-profile U.S. Senate races, a crowded governor contest, and newly redrawn congressional districts; Republicans including Sen. John Cornyn and Gov. Greg Abbott face strong challengers, Democrats face uphill odds in statewide contests, and turnout patterns and regional bases will matter in the vote. The AP will not call races until the last polls close and a runoff is possible if no candidate wins a majority.

via PBS|
#governor#midterms#politics