Katie Porter

Democratic former Orange County congresswoman appears to be the biggest beneficiary in the 2026 governor’s race after Kamala Harris opts out, as a new poll now shows her in the lead and her fundraising grows.

Eleni Kounalakis

Stuck at 3% in polls, low-profile Democratic lieutenant governor, part of a wealthy Sacramento developer family, drops out of 2026 governor’s race, and announces she will run for state treasurer instead.

Rick Caruso

Los Angeles billionaire who lost 2022 L.A. mayor’s race may have an opportunity in the governor’s race with Harris and Kounalakis out. But he’s a Republican-turned-Democrat in a very blue state.