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Donalds taps Miami-area senator Ávila as running mate for Florida governor
florida-politics1 day ago

Donalds taps Miami-area senator Ávila as running mate for Florida governor

Republican gubernatorial nominee Byron Donalds announced state Sen. Bryan Ávila of Hialeah as his running mate, aiming to broaden support in Miami-Dade and among Latino voters. Ávila, a Cuban-American and National Guardsman who has sponsored tax-cut and data-center legislation and backed Florida’s Stop WOKE Act, was unveiled at the Freedom Tower in Miami as Donalds seeks to rally a statewide coalition against Democrat David Jolly and Gwen Graham, with a focus on affordability and opposing socialism.

via Miami Herald|
#bryan-avila#byron-donalds#florida-politics
Klobuchar under fire after rival uncovers receipts in Minnesota governor race
politics3 days ago

Klobuchar under fire after rival uncovers receipts in Minnesota governor race

Republican challenger Lisa Demuth accuses Sen. Amy Klobuchar of campaigning on fraud while not addressing Minnesota’s Feeding Our Future scandal in years of press releases; a Fox News Digital review found Klobuchar’s office urged action on other fraud but did not mention the $250 million Feeding Our Future scheme (prosecutors say the broader fraud could reach up to $9 billion). Demuth says Klobuchar could have pressed hearings and done more, while Klobuchar’s campaign says she will fight fraud and would audit on day one. The controversy unfolds as Walz faces fraud fallout and Klobuchar remains a leading candidate to replace him.

via New York Post|
#amy-klobuchar#feeding-our-future#fraud
Barlow clinches Wyoming GOP governor nomination for November race
politics7 days ago

Barlow clinches Wyoming GOP governor nomination for November race

Wyoming Republicans nominated state Sen. Eric Barlow, a former House Speaker, to run for governor in November after a four-way primary; he will face Democrat Kenneth Casner, with Megan Degenfelder finishing second behind him despite a Trump endorsement. Republicans hold every statewide office, giving Barlow a built-in advantage in a deeply red state as other open races on the ballot also shape the slate.

via Fox News|
#eric-barlow#gubernatorial-race#megan-degenfelder
politics21 days ago

Populist Holscher unseats Kansas Dem establishment in gubernatorial primary

Kansas state Sen. Cindy Holscher defeated establishment-backed Ethan Corson in the Democratic gubernatorial primary, setting up a tough general election against Republican Ty Masterson. In Michigan, Abdul El-Sayed leads Rep. Haley Stevens in a tight Senate primary, highlighting ongoing progressives-versus-moderates tensions, with Mallory McMorrow endorsing El-Sayed; William Lawrence also won the MI-7 Democratic primary. Missouri saw Wesley Bell defeat Cori Bush in MO-1 and Rick Brattin win the GOP’s MO-5 race, while Kansas voters rejected a constitutional abortion amendment, underscoring abortion politics’ persistence. The night showcased persistent intra-party divisions as races shape up for November.

via Politico|
#abortion-politics#democratic-primary#gubernatorial-race
Trump backs Lindell in Minnesota governor bid amid residency questions
politics1 month ago

Trump backs Lindell in Minnesota governor bid amid residency questions

Former President Donald Trump endorsed Mike Lindell for Minnesota governor ahead of the August 11 GOP primary, praising him as a patriot and election-integrity advocate, even as Lindell trails in polls against Democrat Amy Klobuchar; Lindell's residency has come under scrutiny after he previously registered in Texas but says he has re-established Minnesota residency to meet constitutional requirements for the race.

via The Guardian|
#endorsement#gubernatorial-race#mike-lindell
Becerra vs. Hilton: California’s governor race narrows to a November duel
politics2 months ago

Becerra vs. Hilton: California’s governor race narrows to a November duel

California’s top-two primary all but ensures a November showdown between Democrat Xavier Becerra and Republican Steve Hilton, with Tom Steyer fading; Hilton leans into MAGA rhetoric and voter-fraud claims, while Becerra must present a governing vision addressing deficits, disasters, and healthcare beyond anti-Trump campaigning. Steyer’s self-funded bid sparks debate—some see bold climate and healthcare ideas, others call it vanity. The columnists defend California’s slow ballot count as thorough and participation-driven, urge better funding for county election offices, and warn that money in politics will shape the race. In short, the blue tilt remains, but the next five months will hinge on policy clarity, governance plans, and how candidates handle big-money dynamics.

via Los Angeles Times|
#california#california-politics#campaign-finance
California governor race narrows to three as Hilton and Becerra take early leads, Steyer clings to slim hopes
politics2 months ago

California governor race narrows to three as Hilton and Becerra take early leads, Steyer clings to slim hopes

Republican Steve Hilton and Democrat Xavier Becerra lead California’s unsettled governor’s race as billionaire Tom Steyer fights to survive elimination; Becerra’s surge followed Swalwell’s scandal, Hilton drew Trump’s endorsement, and Steyer’s massive self-funding faces a steep climb as ballots continue to be counted in the open-primary top-two contest.

via Los Angeles Times|
#becerra#california#california-politics
Becerra Leads California Governor Primary as Hilton and Steyer Vie for Second
politics2 months ago

Becerra Leads California Governor Primary as Hilton and Steyer Vie for Second

Berkeley IGS/LA Times poll shows Xavier Becerra leading California’s June 2 gubernatorial primary with 25% support, followed by Steve Hilton at 21% and Tom Steyer at 19%; turnout remains uncertain and the jungle primary keeps the top two finishers in play, with Hilton benefiting from Trump’s endorsement and Steyer leading in fundraising; the race remains wide open with implications for November and state policy debates such as healthcare funding, inflation, and voting rights.

via Los Angeles Times|
#california#gubernatorial-race#politics
politics4 months ago

Steyer commits to California governorship, rules out another presidential bid

Tom Steyer, a frontrunner in California's governor's race, says he will not run for president again, focusing on governing California. His stance follows Eric Swalwell's exit from the presidential contest and comes amid warnings from Democrats like Antonio Villaraigosa that the governor's office should not be treated as a stepping stone to higher office, with Newsom potentially pursuing national office in 2028.

via Politico|
#california#democrats#gavin-newsom
Swalwell accusers describe fear, vindication as scandal ends his bid and triggers resignation
politics4 months ago

Swalwell accusers describe fear, vindication as scandal ends his bid and triggers resignation

Two women who accused Rep. Eric Swalwell of sexual misconduct tell CBS News they feel vindicated as Swalwell ends his California gubernatorial bid and resigns from Congress, while a Manhattan DA investigation continues. Ally Sammarco and Annika Albrecht describe explicit messages and Snapchat exchanges that they say reflected a pattern of impunity; Swalwell denies the allegations and says they are politically motivated. The women say the fight for accountability isn’t over and note that dozens of others have reached out with similar concerns. The CBS interview airs on CBS Mornings and CBS Evening News.

via CBS News|
#california#eric-swalwell#gubernatorial-race
Swalwell fallout reorders California’s high-stakes governor’s race
politics4 months ago

Swalwell fallout reorders California’s high-stakes governor’s race

Sexual misconduct allegations against Rep. Eric Swalwell have upended California’s crowded governor’s race, with endorsements pulled and prominent Democrats urging Swalwell to withdraw. The field remains wide open heading into the June jungle primary, as candidates like Katie Porter, Xavier Becerra, Antonio Villaraigosa, Matt Mahan, Tom Steyer, Steve Hilton and Chad Bianco vie for support. The Democratic National Committee’s California delegation quickly issued a statement urging accountability and Swalwell’s withdrawal, while debates on April 22 and May 5 loom large as campaigns seek to capture Swalwell’s base. Analysts warn no candidate has a clear lane yet, making the contest highly fluid and potentially letting Republicans into the top-two spot.

via CNN|
#california#elections#gubernatorial-race
Crowded California governor’s race tests Dems as calls to drop out fall flat
politics5 months ago

Crowded California governor’s race tests Dems as calls to drop out fall flat

California’s Democratic Party chair urged underperforming candidates to drop out to avoid a GOP victory, but eight of nine top contenders stayed in as the June primary nears. One candidate withdrew and endorsed Swalwell, while others—including candidates of color—criticized the pressure as the field remains crowded and the race appears tightly contested in polls. The split field could still yield two Republicans on the November ballot, risking California’s first GOP governor since 2006.

via Los Angeles Times|
#california#crowded-field#democratic-party