Category: gubernatorial election

California Gubernatorial Candidates Argue Necessity of Recalling Newsom

YORBA LINDA, Calif.—A group of eight gubernatorial candidates gathered in Yorba Linda July 16 to discuss the state’s most pressing issues. With the special election set for Sept. 14, the candidates argued the necessity of recalling Gov. Gavin Newsom and discussed how they would handle the state’s most urgent matters. “I just want to say thank you very…


Assemblymember Kevin Kiley is Running for Governor

California lawmaker Kevin Kiley is joining the race to unseat Gov. Gavin Newsom during an upcoming recall election. The Republican assembly member announced his candidacy in a July 6 blog post. “With a strong initial showing, we can unify support,” Kiley said in a push for campaign contributions. “That will help prevent the field from…


Dozens of Californians Vie to Replace Governor Newsom

More than 70 Californians have announced their run for governor as the state’s gubernatorial approaches, with more anticipated to file for candidacy before the July 16 deadline. California’s recall election date has been officially set for Sept. 14 and candidates from a variety of backgrounds are joining the race. “It’s very simple to get on the…


Dozens of Californian Vie to Replace Governor Newsom

More than 70 Californians have announced their run for governor as the state’s gubernatorial approaches, with more anticipated to file for candidacy before the July 16 deadline. California’s recall election date has been officially set for Sept. 14 and candidates from a variety of backgrounds are joining the race. “It’s very simple to get on the…


California Recall Election Date Set for September 

California residents will vote September 14 on whether to recall Gov. Gavin Newsom, whose handling of the COVID-19 pandemic sparked fierce criticism from small businesses and the public. Lt. Gov. Eleni Kounalakis called the election July 1, days after legislation was signed by Newsom to bypass a 30-day financial review of the recall. Eliminating that stage of the process allowed the…


Will Newsom Survive the Recall? Experts Weigh In

As California’s gubernatorial recall takes shape, officials are weighing in on the possibility of an early election and the chances of Gov. Gavin Newsom being removed from office. Rescue California campaign manager Anne Dunsmore said she expects Newsom to call the election for August, when many Californians are distracted by the reopening. She said if he waits any…