Steyer, a Democratic donor who ran for president in 2020, announced on Wednesday he is running for governor in California.

With Porter dropping in the polls, Riverside County Sheriff and Republican Chad Bianco has moved into first place with 13% support, up from 10% in August. Swatt said the shift reflects gradual Republican gains in California.

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“Easy to see how the two major Republican candidates for California governor squeeze into the top two with 20% and 19% of the vote, therefore locking Democrats out of November. If you’re a Dem running at 5% or less before the March filing deadline, drop out,” he wrote.

The primary election will be held in June, where the field of candidates running for governor of California will winnow down to two.

A new poll shows former Orange County Rep. Katie Porter's support in the 2026 governor's race dropped after she tangled with a reporter in a TV interview.

Republican Chad Bianco told Newsweek, "Californians are craving real leadership after eight years of Newsom’s posturing."

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