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California Governor's Race: Crowded Field Vies to Replace Newsom

Lesser-known Democrats, Republicans, and a Green candidate compete for voters' attention in 2026 election.

AI Industry Pours Millions Into Super PACs for 2026 Midterm Elections

OpenAI, Anthropic, and other AI companies are major donors to political action committees that aim to shape federal AI regulation and boost pro-innovation candidates.

Newsom Says He's Ignoring California Governor's Race: 'Haven't Taken a Look'

Governor claims public doesn't seem to care much either about 'underwhelming' field of candidates

California Democrats Face Uphill Battle in Governor's Race

With a crowded field and a quirky primary system, the party risks being shut out of the general election

California Governor's Race Wide Open as San Francisco Political Machine Wanes

With no clear Democratic frontrunner, Republicans see an opening in the deep-blue state

Pelosi Fights to Flip the House in Final Campaign

Former Speaker Nancy Pelosi is raising money and hitting the campaign trail to help Democrats win the House in what she calls 'the most consequential election of our time'.

Nichelle Henderson Tops Delegate Vote in Superintendent of Public Instruction Race

Black Democratic candidates see mixed results at state party convention

California Lawmaker Favored to Succeed Pelosi Faces Balancing Act

Scott Wiener won the California Democratic Party's endorsement, giving his candidacy a boost in a competitive primary.

California Democrats Struggle to Coalesce Around Governor Candidate

Party convention ends without endorsement as nine Democrats vie for nomination

California Gubernatorial Candidates Face Off in Speed Dating Session

Democratic activists get quick pitches from 8 contenders vying for the party's nomination

Two Republicans Lead California Governor Race in Polling

Sheriff Chad Bianco says 'Democrat policy is indefensible' as GOP candidates top California governor polling

California Democrats Endorse Scott Wiener for Pelosi's House Seat

State Senator Wiener secures party backing in race to succeed longtime Congresswoman Nancy Pelosi.

California Democrats Fail to Endorse Governor Candidate

Party convention leaves field wide open with no clear frontrunner emerging

California Lawmaker Favored to Succeed Pelosi Faces Tough Balancing Act

Scott Wiener, a state legislator known for his progressive policies, is expected to win the Democratic endorsement for Pelosi's House seat.

California Lawmaker Favored to Succeed Pelosi Faces Tough Political Terrain

Scott Wiener, a state legislator known for his policy advocacy, is expected to win the California Democratic Party's endorsement for Pelosi's House seat.

California Lawmaker Favored to Succeed Pelosi Faces Tough Balancing Act

Scott Wiener, a state senator, is expected to win the California Democratic Party's endorsement for Pelosi's House seat, but must navigate divisive issues like Israel-Palestine.

Eight California governor candidates pitch to Democratic voters

Hopefuls had just 4 minutes each to make their case at state party convention

Tech-Savvy Progressive Challenges SF Establishment Candidate

Congressional race in San Francisco pits grassroots challenger against party stalwart with developer backing

Americans Expect Instability in 2026, Yet Remain Confident in Their Own Futures

New Verasight poll finds rising prices, political turmoil and fears of violence, but most believe their personal finances will improve

San Francisco Congressional Race Highlights Progressive Divide

Candidates Wiener, Chan, and Chakrabarti make their case to Working Families Party

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