California Democrat Announces Bid to Replace Governor Newsom
January 29, 2026 • Google News World
San Jose Mayor to Run for California Governor
A San Jose mayor, Matt Mahan, has announced his candidacy for the governor of California.
Mahan is a Democrat and will be running in an election that is expected to take place later this year.
According to reports, Mahan’s entry into the race comes as a surprise to some, but he has been building support among voters in recent months.
Mahan’s campaign team has not released any official statements or platforms yet, but it is expected that he will outline his vision for California during his campaign.
The governorship of California is currently vacant, following the resignation of Governor Gavin Newsom.
Newsom had previously announced his intention to step down as governor in 2023, and a special election was held to determine his successor.
Mahan’s candidacy has been confirmed by multiple news sources, including The New York Times, San Jose Spotlight, Politico, The Guardian, and San Jose Inside.
The details of Mahan’s campaign are still emerging, but it is clear that he will be competing with other Democratic candidates for the governorship.
Source: Google News World