Tom Steyer’s in the headlines as a California governor race spotlight, with his criticism of AIPAC and billionaire influence front and center. Bio: billionaire environmentalist, Farallon cofounder, OneCalifornia Bank cofounder.
Polls in Illinois's Democratic primary show a highly uncertain race, with narrow leads and many undecided voters. The race features Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton and Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, amid infrequent polling and last-minute voter decisions, making the outcome unpredictable as the election approaches today.
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.
Sergey Brin has mobilized against California’s proposed 5% billionaire tax, citing his family’s escape from socialism. He has spent tens of millions through Building a Better California, opposed the tax, and has relocated assets out of California as he backs efforts to defeat the measure ahead of the November ballot.
With mail-in voting opening for the June 2 primary, California's gubernatorial field remains unsettled. A crowded slate including Democrats and Republicans has limited consensus, raising questions about the path to a contest against a Democrat-led state government. Recent campaign twists and endorsements have not yielded a clear frontrunner.
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.
California has announced a sweeping Clean Fuel Reward program, boosting rebates for zero‑emission commercial vehicles and aiming to accelerate fleet electrification. The program, funded by the Low Carbon Fuel Standard, could total over $1 billion by 2030 and begins accepting applications in late June. The move reflects a broader climate‑and‑jobs strategy as lawmakers argue electric trucks reduce air pollution near ports and freight corridors.
Xavier Becerra has vaulted to the lead in an Emerson College poll, with 19% support, ahead of Republican Steve Hilton and Democratic Tom Steyer. The top two vote-getters in June will advance to the November general election under California’s jungle primary system. Becerra’s rise follows scrutiny over a KTLA interview and after gains from political dynamics within Governor Newsom’s circle.
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.