California attorney Nicole Shanahan briefly ran with RFK Jr. on an independent 2024 presidential bid. (Tayfun Coskun/Anadolu via Getty Images)
"I believe that my job in 2026 is to get people to break out of their political orthodoxy, to think about what is really in the best interest of California," she said. "I am not a Democrat, I am not a Republican, I am an independent, and I'm here to support the revival of California."
She continued, saying "now is the time for people to step up" and that she will be "watching closely" and "supporting" individuals who "continue to be brave enough to stand up against harmful political ideology to do what is right for the people."
Shanahan has been involved in several political efforts in California, including being a major donor in the effort to recall Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass.
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The 2026 California governor race will be an open contest for both parties, with Democrat Gavin Newsom term-limited. (Myung J. Chun/Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)
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Several candidates have announced their intentions to run for governor of California in the 2026 election, while others are still considering their options.
Katie Porter, the former liberal congresswoman, has launched her bid, focusing on advocating for working families and opposing former President Trump's policies. Eleni Kounalakis, California’s lieutenant governor, has officially entered the race, seeking to continue Newsom's policies.
Other candidates include Chad Bianco, the Riverside County sheriff who is running on the Republican ticket. Bianco’s platform centerson law enforcement issues and border security.
Former Vice President Kamala Harris is also rumored to be considering a 2026 run, and her decision could have a major impact on the race, particularly among Democratic voters.
Jamie Joseph is a U.S. Politics reporter for Fox News Digital covering transgender and culture issues, the Departments of Education and Health and Human Services, and stateside legislative developments.
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