California has never elected a female governor, but Katie Porter’s entry to 2026 race raises the odds
Experts say the 2026 race for California governor is drawing strong female candidates. Ex-Rep. Katie Porter is the latest to join the field.
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Beyond her significant name recognition and ability to fundraise vast sums, Porter’s candidacy makes it even more likely that voters could elect the first female governor in California history.
Iowa native and former Congress member Katie Porter running for California governor
Katie Porter enters a field that includes an increasingly crowded field to succeed Gavin Newsom.
Former US Rep. Katie Porter steps into crowded California governor's race
Former Democratic U.S. House member Katie Porter announced Tuesday that she is entering the 2026 contest for California governor, joining a crowded field of candidates that could be upended if former Vice President Kamala Harris joins the race.
Ex-U.S. Rep. Katie Porter announces bid to be next governor of California
Former congresswoman Katie Porter on Tuesday announced her 2026 candidacy for governor of California. "What California needs now is a little bit of hope and a whole lot of grit. Fresh blood and new ideas.
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Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco, a Republican, announced his run for California governor in February. Others that have announced runs for California governor include hospitality businessman Stephen Cloobeck and Butch Ware,
Kamala Harris Remains the Wild Card as Katie Porter Enters CA Governor Race
Former Democratic Representative Katie Porter's early lead in the California gubernatorial race could be erased if former Vice President Kamala Harris chooses to jump into the race. Newsweek reached out to Porter's campaign for comment via email.
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