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Senator Padilla Declines California Governor Bid, Stays in Senate

11/5/2025

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U.S. Senator Alex Padilla announced he will not run for California governor to succeed Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Padilla confirmed the decision in the U.S. Capitol, saying, "I choose to stay in this fight because the Constitution is worth fighting for."
Padilla is the first Latino senator from California and has received encouragement to run from various community members.
The Democratic field remains competitive, featuring Katie Porter, Xavier Becerra, and Republican Sheriff Chad Bianco.

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U.S. Senator Alex Padilla announced he will not run for California governor to succeed Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Padilla confirmed the decision in the U.S. Capitol, saying, "I choose to stay in this fight because the Constitution is worth fighting for."
Padilla is the first Latino senator from California and has received encouragement to run from various community members.
The Democratic field remains competitive, featuring Katie Porter, Xavier Becerra, and Republican Sheriff Chad Bianco.