"Katie Porter leads the 2026 California governor's race with 18% of likely voters, following former Vice President Kamala Harris's decision not to run. Her support has increased from 12% since April."
"The poll indicates that 38% of likely voters remain undecided about who should replace Gov. Gavin Newsom, a decrease from 54% in April."
"Lt. Gov. Eleni Kounalakis has dropped out of the governor’s race to run for state treasurer after garnering only 3% support."
"Conservative commentator Steve Hilton is the leading Republican candidate with 12%, closely followed by Sheriff Chad Bianco at 7% and former Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa at 5%."
A new poll shows Katie Porter leading the 2026 California governor's race with 18% support, benefiting from former Vice President Kamala Harris's exit from the race. Lt. Gov. Eleni Kounalakis announced her withdrawal to pursue a campaign for state treasurer, having only secured 3% support. Steve Hilton, a Republican commentator, follows Porter with 12%, along with Sheriff Chad Bianco at 7%, and former Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa at 5%. Notably, 38% of voters remain undecided, indicating potential shifts in voter sentiment as the election approaches.
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