‘Make California Golden Again’: Former Fox News Host Announces Bid For Governor
Former Fox News host Steve Hilton announced on social media that he is running for California governor as a Republican post April 21st. In his announcement to X, Hilton wrote that it was “time to make California golden again.” He emphasized the need for “balance” and “practical policies” 10 and a half years after the […]
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker Ramps Up National Profile For Possible Presidential BidÂ
Illinois Governor JB Pretzker has expanded his national profile and has created buzz about his potential presidential candidate in 2028. The second term Illinois governor was the heir to Fortune at the Hyatt Hotel, making him the wealthiest governor in American history and one of the wealthiest elected officials of his tenure. Pretz Car Millionaire […]
‘Red Flashing Warning’: Chris Cillizza Explains Why ‘Kamala Harris Absolutely Should Not’ Launch 2028 Bid
News Nation political contributor Chris Chiliza said Thursday that former Vice President Kamala Harris should definitely avoid the 2028 presidential run based on the current vote. Multiple Close Harris Allies told the New York Times on April 10 article That the former Vice President was more interested in pursuing California governor in 2026 than in […]
Former OneRepublic Bassist Tim Myers Announces Congressional Bid
Former Onerepublic bassist Tim Myers announced Thursday that he is running for Congress as a California Democrat via a video shared with his verified Instagram account. in videoMyers, who appears to have been filmed inside a recording studio, said he is running for Congress in California’s 41st District, challenging incumbent Republican Rep. Ken Calvert. “I’m […]
Supreme Court Agrees To Hear Trump Admin’s Bid To Keep Birthright Citizenship Restrictions In Place
The Supreme Court on Thursday agreed to consider the Trump administration’s request to maintain restrictions on birthright citizenship while the lawsuit continues. The judge delayed determining the Trump administration’s request to block a lower court order to prevent the president’s executive order from coming into effect, but they scheduled an oral debate on May 15th […]
Menendez brothers face key hearing in bid for freedom
The Los Angeles County judge is expected to begin hearing evidence in Van Nuisse’s courtroom, which will give the Eric brothers and Lyle Menendez their first chance of freedom in more than 35 years. Defense attorney Mark Jelagos asks LA County Superior Court Judge Michael Jessick to resent his brother on manslaughter in the execution-style […]
Californians Are Seriously Unenthused About A Hypothetical Kamala Harris Gubernatorial Bid, Poll Finds
Some Californians have little experience with the prospect of former Vice President Kamala Harris launching a governor bid. Politico and UC Berkeley Citrin Center The vote was released on Tuesday. Opinion survey Two groups of California voters and “policy influencers” asked the state governor to choose from a list of emotions Harris may have felt […]
Column: Becerra boasts about his anti-Trump resume in bid for governor
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Sen. Michael Bennet Announces 2026 Bid For Governor, Would Get To Pick Successor If Successful
Democrat Colorado Sen. Michael Bennett announced Friday morning that he is running to become the state’s next governor in the 2026 medium cycle. The senator has declared the intent to set up a competitive major battle with Governor Jared Police, a term-limited incumbent Democratic Colorado Governor Jared Police, of the Blue State government, a major […]
Stephen A. Smith Suggests Growing Influence Of Bernie Sanders And AOC In Democratic Party Fuels His Potential 2028 Bid
ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith on Tuesday hinted that independent Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders and Democrat New York State Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez helped open their minds to the 2028 presidential election. Smith said Monday on the National Broadcasting Agency (NAB) that he had no interest in pursuing a presidency, but that he has shown that he […]
