California Governor Election 2026: Latest Polls
Key Takeaways
- June 2 hosts an open all-party primary.
- Gov. Gavin Newsom cannot run due to term limits.
- At least 10 candidates will appear on the ballot.
Primary date and format
The open all-party primary will be held on June 2.
“The open all-party primary will be held on June 2”
Learn more about the candidates here.
Newsom term limits impact
The race for governor has become a wide-open contest, with term limits preventing Gov. Gavin Newsom, a Democrat, from running for re-election.
Candidate field size
At least 10 candidates will be on the ballot in the nonpartisan primary.
“The open all-party primary will be held on June 2”
Polling methodology and sources
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