California Republican Primary

California governor, Matt Mahan and San Jose Mayor

California governor’s race: Who are the major contenders now?

San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan’s entry into California’s governor’s race further widens an already crowded field of contenders for the state’s top office.

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San Jose Mayor Mahan jumps into wide‑open California governor’s race

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San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan announces run for California governor in 2026

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‘California can do better’: San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan enters crowded California governor’s race

San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan announced Thursday that he is running for governor of California, jumping into an already crowded race less than six months before the June primary.

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San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan launches run for California governor

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San José Mayor Matt Mahan, a Newsom critic and political moderate, enters race for California governor

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What to know about California’s 2026 elections and key dates

Prop 50 maps shift House races and districts statewide. Primary June 2 and general Nov 3 check your district register and vote early.

The Western Journal on MSN

Cliff from 'Cheers' actor backs California Republican, denounces 'crime and corruption' under Newsom

“Cheers” star and Pixar voice actor John Ratzenberger announced his support for Republican California gubernatorial candidate Chad Bianco, calling out Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom’s leadership. With California’s June primary approaching,

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Who's running for California governor in 2026? A look at the crowded field.

Several possible candidates for governor have recently said they won't run. The Bee has compiled a guide to see who's in the race.

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California Governor Election 2026: Latest Polls

The open all-party primary will be held on June 2.