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Porter Slips to Second as Bianco Gains Ground in CA Race
11/11/2025
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Story summary
- Katie Porter (Democrat) has fallen to second in California's 2026 governor's race with 11% support, down from 17% in August.
- Chad Bianco (Republican) has risen to first with 13%.
- Political analyst Steve Swatt says the shift signals gradual Republican gains.
- Xavier Becerra (Democrat) and Steve Hilton (Democrat) tie for third at 8%.
- Major unions continue backing Porter as the race remains fluid with potential new entrants.
