Porter sparks swing-state buzz again amid California governor chatter and party clashes; ex-Rep (CA 2019–25), Yale undergrad, Harvard Law.
Recent violent incidents in the US, including a college shooting in Virginia and a synagogue attack in Michigan, are connected to Middle East conflicts. Perpetrators had terrorist backgrounds or links, raising security concerns as regional tensions escalate. Today’s date: Mon, 23 Mar 2026.
A California gubernatorial debate was canceled after controversy over candidate selection criteria, which excluded several candidates of color. The university defended its data-driven approach but reversed course following political pressure, highlighting ongoing debates over fairness in candidate inclusion.
Multiple women have accused Congressman Eric Swalwell of sexual misconduct, including rape and inappropriate messages, prompting calls for investigation and support withdrawals. Swalwell denies the allegations, claiming they are politically motivated. The reports emerged days before California's gubernatorial primary on June 2, 2026.
A crowded field of seven candidates has faced off ahead of California’s June 2 primary. Debates have aired on CNN and NBC, with topics ranging from gas prices to homelessness, immigration, and the state’s high-cost economy. The race to replace term-limited Gov. Gavin Newsom remains unsettled as voters head toward mail-in ballots.
Early mail ballots have surged in California ahead of the June 2 primary, with Republicans leading in early returns and Democrats tightening in second place. Data from Political Data Intelligence shows Republicans at 37% and Democrats at 41% of ballots returned, while independents/other make up 22%. Analysts caution that these numbers are early and may shift as campaigns unfold.