California gubernatorial race Archives - Times of San Diego

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Eric Swalwell withdraws from gubernatorial race

by Arturo Garcia • Times of San Diego April 12, 2026, 6:05 p.m.April 13, 2026, 7:19 a.m.

Swalwell’s departure creates a vacuum among Democratic Party gubernatorial candidates.

State GOP convention ends without endorsement in gubernatorial race

by City News Service April 12, 2026, 4:00 p.m.April 12, 2026, 2:55 p.m.

Rep. Eric Swalwell, D-Calif., departs following votes at the Capitol, Thursday, March 5, 2026, in Washington.

A messy California governor’s race raises Democratic fears of potential loss

by Associated Press April 2, 2026, 5:30 p.m.April 2, 2026, 5:38 p.m.

Seven candidates stand at podiums on stage during a California governor debate. A large screen behind displays "The Race for California Governor." Audience in view.

Lesser gubernatorial candidates should drop out, Democratic Party chair says

by Dave Mason • The Center Square March 6, 2026, 8:05 a.m.March 5, 2026, 6:39 p.m.

Seven candidates stand at podiums on stage during a California governor debate. A large screen behind displays "The Race for California Governor." Audience in view.

Analysis: No clear frontrunner for California governor, but new poll names 5 with best shot

by Dan Walters • CalMatters Columnist Feb. 27, 2026, 9:15 a.m.Feb. 27, 2026, 9:15 a.m.

California Secretary of State Alex Padilla told students the American dream was under attack by Washington.

Alex Padilla won’t rule out a gubernatorial run in California

by Samuel Larreal • NOTUS Sept. 10, 2025, 12:56 p.m.Sept. 10, 2025, 12:56 p.m.

State Sen. Toni Atkins of San Diego spoke to Democrats congregated at The Westin.

Potential conflicts of interest arise with gubernatorial candidate Toni Atkins

by Alexei Koseff • CalMatters Aug. 11, 2025, 1:04 p.m.Aug. 11, 2025, 1:04 p.m.

California's Senate President pro Tempore Toni G. Atkins speaks to union workers at a car rally downtown on Election Day.

Atkins to open San Diego campaign HQ with state, federal, local leaders in her corner

by Gabrielle Wallace • Times of San Diego Aug. 5, 2025, 1:27 p.m.Aug. 6, 2025, 6:55 a.m.

Toni Atkins gains key endorsements ahead of Harris opting out of gubernatorial race

by Gabrielle Wallace • Times of San Diego July 30, 2025, 4:27 p.m.July 30, 2025, 4:27 p.m.