"The year 2026 is sure to bring another round of big political battles and shifts in leadership ahead of what's expected to be a hotly contested midterm election season. Needless to say, it's going to be a busy year. That's right. We'll have several competitive and already expensive races throughout California that will impact not only the future of our state, but the balance of power in Congress."
"And for the first time since the pandemic, the two-term Democrat will give his speech during a joint session of the California legislature at the capitol. Newsom's lame duck year isn't expected to be easy, with California's budget deficit projected to reach nearly $18 billion. With the governor's term ending, so begins the crowded race to replace him. More than a dozen candidates are vying to be California's chief executive."
The year 2026 will bring major political battles and leadership shifts ahead of a hotly contested midterm season. Several competitive and costly California races will influence state policy and the balance of power in Congress. Gov. Gavin Newsom will deliver his final state of the state address during a joint session of the legislature. California faces a projected nearly $18 billion budget deficit during Newsom's lame duck year. More than a dozen candidates are competing to replace the governor. Polling shows top gubernatorial contenders with only about 12–14% support and roughly 44–45% undecided. Affordability and opposition to Trump are emerging campaign themes. Nationwide, Republicans will defend a narrow congressional majority while Democrats pursue gains.
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