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Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco is jumping in the ring to replace outgoing Gov. Gavin Newsom, becoming the latest candidate to officially announce his campaign for California’s top seat.
Newsom will finish his second and final term as governor at the end of 2026.
Jill McLaughlin is an award-winning journalist covering politics, environment, and statewide issues. She has been a reporter and editor for newspapers in Oregon, Nevada, and New Mexico. Jill was born in Yosemite National Park and enjoys the majestic outdoors, traveling, golfing, and hiking.