Chad Bianco, Riverside County Sheriff, has declared his candidacy for California governor in 2026, becoming the first prominent Republican in the race. Known for opposing California's pandemic policies, he has garnered conservative support but faces scrutiny due to past affiliations with the Oath Keepers. During his candidacy announcement, Bianco criticized current leaders for being "out of touch" with Calfornia's rising cost of living. Despite strong competition from Democratic candidates and a challenging political landscape, he aims to address key issues affecting Californians, including affordability and energy reliability.
"Californians want leadership that actually cares about the cost of living and leaders who will do something about it... We want homes we can afford."
"Bianco has long odds of victory - a Republican has not won a statewide election in California since 2006 - but he could split the vote and prevent two Democrats from advancing from the top-two primary."
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