California gubernatorial candidates set to square off at Wednesday debate

The Hill
by Marty Hobe
April 22, 2026
2 min read

Quick Insights

The Bottom Line

California gubernatorial candidates will debate Wednesday, simulcast nationally and livestreamed.

How This Affects You

This debate provides an opportunity for you to assess candidates' platforms and challenge opponents before the upcoming election.

AI Summary

California gubernatorial candidates are scheduled to participate in a debate on Wednesday. This event provides a platform for the candidates to present their platforms and challenge opponents ahead of the upcoming election. The debate will be simulcast nationally on NewsNation, making it accessible to a wide audience. Additionally, it will be livestreamed on The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, allowing for broad digital viewership. This public forum is a key opportunity for voters to assess the candidates directly.

Following this story?

Get notified when new coverage appears

Should this be getting more attention?

You Might Have Missed

Related stories from different sources and perspectives

Republican gubernatorial candidate dismisses Trump’s approval rating in California
Politics

Republican gubernatorial candidate dismisses Trump’s approval rating in California

Steve Hilton, a Republican running for governor in California, said Sunday that President Trump’s low approval rating in his state will not play a role in the outcome of the gubernatorial race. “This election is going to be about the future of California and the fact that we’re desperate for change in California,” Hilton, whom…

The HillApr 19
California gubernatorial candidate Matt Mahan calls out "waste and inefficiency in government"
Politics

California gubernatorial candidate Matt Mahan calls out "waste and inefficiency in government"

Eric Swalwell's departure upended an already chaotic race for California governor. San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan, who is looking for support from the moderate wing of the Democratic Party, joins "The Takeout" to discuss his gubernatorial campaign.

CBS NewsApr 17
California cities scramble to comply with or fight major state housing law - AP News
Politics

California cities scramble to comply with or fight major state housing law - AP News

<a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiowFBVV95cUxPTEo1Y3UyM2pKTnh5eEprWTk5bmdwdFhNWkczQ04zdGM4MkVRR1J6WlM5V0lKc3pSYWpkM0dGSWhGaXUwS2JjanUxMlQwLXE5dGVydjF0b1hwZTlUelU1d2VnRllVM1JYQ3liRnRKTVN5Vnc4NDU0SHpmRThPSWVLQ1JJTnpkVjdIUUdhc1hTVjRibTA4dDNEa0tKSVp5bG55X0R3?oc=5" target="_blank">California cities scramble to comply with or fight major state housing law</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<font color="#6f6f6f">AP News</font>

AP NewsApr 15
California attorney who tried to help overturn 2020 election loses law license - AP News
Politics

California attorney who tried to help overturn 2020 election loses law license - AP News

<a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiqwFBVV95cUxOUmtfM3pJazRDZGZSSllNMlNEUGxUSDBSZTMwWlE0T0ZwaW5fdWJEdENGQXFTaXRYdnN1Wm51UzNMMVM5cjZuTmtqeTExYkp0U1lGTVpPQmpBWHFEUjJqdTRvQ0FlQWIxV2FCZUo3YTNoOVVYTlA3MU9vaWt6VHJGaDZqM05aaGlQRmFqMmdLRlZXZUswZmFoOHVyN19WUi02R20yd2RHUVZuOUE?oc=5" target="_blank">California attorney who tried to help overturn 2020 election loses law license</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<font color="#6f6f6f">AP News</font>

AP NewsApr 16
The 2028 Democratic primary is coming for hopefuls' partners too
Politics

The 2028 Democratic primary is coming for hopefuls' partners too

<p>The dozen-plus <a href="https://www.axios.com/2026/04/05/dems-weighing-2028-campaigns-run-from-2020-positions" target="_blank">Democrats</a> with White House ambitions aren't the only ones gearing up for the 2028 campaign slog: Political foes now see spouses as fair game, so potential candidates' partners are prepping for the vitriol — in wildly different ways.</p><p><strong>Why it matters: </strong>Would-be first ladies and first gentlemen already are building public profiles — some with vigorous enthusiasm, others not so much.</p><hr><p><strong>Driving the news: </strong>The partners with the sharpest contrast in their approaches are Jennifer Siebel Newsom and Lori Shapiro — the wives of California Gov. <a href="https://www.axios.com/2026/03/27/axios-show-gavin-newsom-extended-interview" target="_blank">Gavin Newsom</a> and Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, respectively. </p><ul><li>Siebel Newsom is very public-facing, frequently opines on political issues, gets in spats with the...

AxiosApr 19
Emails show Amazon colluding with other firms to raise prices, California authorities allege
Corporate

Emails show Amazon colluding with other firms to raise prices, California authorities allege

<p>The previously redacted messages were unveiled as part of an antitrust battle with California attorney general Rob Bonta</p><p>Emails released on Monday by <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/california">California</a>’s attorney general show <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/technology/amazon">Amazon</a> allegedly colluding with other companies to raise the prices of pet treats, khaki pants, eyedrops and other products sold online.</p><p>According to a newly unsealed court filing released by attorney general Rob Bonta, Amazon employees have repeatedly worked with vendors using its platform to push retail vendors including Walmart and Chewyto set higher prices collectively.</p><p>The ones that went up on Amazon immediately went up on Chewy </p> <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/ng-interactive/2026/apr/20/amazon-sellers-price-raises-california">Continue reading...</a>

The Guardian US NewsApr 20
Read Next
Trump labor secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer resigns amid misconduct investigation - The Guardian
Politics

Trump labor secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer resigns amid misconduct investigation - The Guardian

Continue reading

Did this story change how you see things?

Stories like this only matter when people see them. Help us get verified journalism in front of more eyes.

Share this story

Get the daily digest

Save for later

The Verity Ledger curates verified investigative journalism from trusted sources only.

See our sources