"Bonta was widely considered a potential gubernatorial candidate, but in recent days he said he will run for reelection instead. He cited the office's many ongoing legal challenges to the Trump administration for his desire to stay in his current post. Bonta also noted some recent federal actions including last week's shooting of Renee Good during an immigration enforcement operation in Minneapolis, and the Trump administration's attempt to withhold federal child welfare funds from California and other Democratic-leaning states as catalysts for his decision."
"Watching this dystopian horror come to life has reaffirmed something I feel in every fiber of my being: In this moment, my place is here, shielding Californians from the most brazen attacks on our rights and our families, Bonta said in a statement Monday afternoon. My vision for the California Department of Justice is that we remain the nation's largest and most powerful check on power, Bonta added. We aren't just defending the status quo; we are securing the California Dream for the next generation."
Rob Bonta will run for reelection as California Attorney General and emphasized remaining in office to confront federal actions and protect Californians. Bonta pointed to ongoing legal challenges to the Trump administration, a recent immigration-enforcement shooting, and attempted federal withholding of child welfare funds as catalysts for his decision. Bonta described the Attorney General's office as a powerful check on federal power and framed the role as defending rights and securing opportunities for future generations. Michael Gates has signaled interest and plans a major announcement in Huntington Beach with local officials and statewide figures expected to attend. The June 2 primary will determine the field.
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