USUS News

More Candidates Emerge as California Governor’s Race Gains Steam

Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco has announced his campaign for the top spot.
Save
More Candidates Emerge as California Governor’s Race Gains Steam
Sheriff Chad Bianco of Riverside County speaks during a news conference at the U.S. Capitol in Washington on May 15, 2024. Kent Nishimura/Getty Images
Jill McLaughlin
Updated:
0:00

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
Jill McLaughlin
Author
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.