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StatewideCANovember 3, 2026
California Governor
The leader of your state, kind of like a president but just for your state. Usually serves 4 years.
42days
·19hours
until Election DayGavin Newsom (D) term-limited. Open seat.
Party Breakdown
4
Candidates4
This candidate list is unconfirmed and may be incomplete. It has not been checked against state filing records, so challengers may be missing.
Antonio VillaraigosaRunning
Former mayor of Los Angeles (2005-2013) and former Speaker of the California State Assembly. Ran for governor in 2018 primary. Moderate Democrat focused on education, infrastructure, and business climate.
Betty YeeRunning
Former California State Controller (2015-2023). Fiscal policy expert and longtime state government administrator. Running on government efficiency and fiscal responsibility platform.
Rob BontaRunning
California Attorney General since 2021, appointed by Newsom. Former state assemblymember. First Filipino American state AG. Focused on gun control, environmental justice, and civil rights. Major gubernatorial contender.
Toni AtkinsRunning
President pro tempore of the California State Senate and former Assembly Speaker. First openly lesbian leader of a state legislative chamber. San Diego native. Leading candidate for governor. Focused on housing, healthcare, and climate.