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    California Democrats Struggle to Unify Behind Governor Candidate

    Party leadership, including Newsom and Pelosi, refuse to intervene as crowded field splits votes ahead of primary

    EMILY's List Touts Porter as 'Strongest Path to Victory' After Swalwell Exit

    Pro-abortion PAC argues Porter best positioned to win California governor race following Swalwell's departure.

    California Democrats Struggle to Coalesce Behind a Gubernatorial Candidate

    Party leadership, including Newsom and Pelosi, have declined to intervene in the crowded primary race.

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    Congressional Candidate Scott Wiener to Hold Q&A at Bookshop West Portal

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    Swalwell Suspends California Governor Campaign Amid Assault Allegations

    The Democratic congressman faces multiple accusations of sexual misconduct from former staffers.

    Apr. 13, 2026

    Top DOJ Official Mocks California Governor Candidate After Swalwell Exit

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    Swalwell Suspends California Governor Campaign Amid Allegations

    Congressman faces mounting pressure to resign from Congress over sexual misconduct claims.

    Apr. 13, 2026

    Swalwell Suspends California Governor Bid Amid Sexual Assault Allegations

    Congressman denies claims but ends campaign amid mounting political fallout

    Apr. 13, 2026

    Rep. Swalwell suspends California governor campaign amid assault allegations

    The Democratic congressman faces multiple accusations of sexual misconduct from former staffers.

    Apr. 13, 2026

    Swalwell suspends California governor campaign after sex claims

    Congressman denies allegations from multiple women, vows to fight 'false' charges

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    Scott Wiener Touts Record in Bid for Congress

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    Immigration

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    Civic Engagement

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    Tax Day Protesters Gather in San Francisco to Oppose War Spending

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    Government

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    Political Parties

    Potential 2028 Democrat Primary Contenders Emerge

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    Law

    Hawley Introduces Bill to Deny Pensions for Congressional Sex Offenders

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    Commentary

    Rahm Emanuel Criticizes Democrats for Ignoring Mississippi's Reading Success

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    International Relations

    Japan Lodges Protest Over Chinese Vessels Near Disputed Islands

    UK Shelves Diego Garcia Deal After Trump Opposition

    Rubio Strikes Conciliatory Tone in Munich Speech on US-Europe Relations
    Unions

    San Francisco Unions, Workers Protest Looming Job Cuts

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    Legislative Policy

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