Kamala Harris appears poised for a strong gubernatorial run in 2026, leading polls decisively over former Rep. Katie Porter. In other political news, Governor Gavin Newsom has signaled a veto threat against Assemblyman Mike Gipson's AB 15, which would stop the transfer of undocumented inmates, even violent offenders, to ICE. Meanwhile, Fremont's Mayor Raj Salwan has been commended by local residents for new city council measures aimed at removing homeless encampments, but the ambiguous wording of the laws has led to uncertainty regarding potential penalties for people who offer aid to those affected.
A recent Emerson poll indicates that Kamala Harris, if she decides to run for California governor in 2026, has a commanding lead over former Rep. Katie Porter, with 57% support compared to Porter's 9%.
Governor Gavin Newsom has issued a rare veto threat against Assemblyman Mike Gipson's AB 15 legislation, which aims to prevent state prisons from transferring undocumented inmates to ICE, even for violent offenders.
Fremont Mayor Raj Salwan has gained respect from residents after enacting new city council rules to remove homeless encampments, though the rules' vague language raises concerns about possible penalties for those providing assistance.
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