U.S. Sen. Alex Padilla's name has emerged in recent days as a potential new entry in the 2026 race to replace termed-out Gov.

Padilla’s senate term ends in early 2029 and he would not risk losing his seat if he got into the crowded governor’s race.

Although Padilla’s term in the Senate doesn’t end until 2029, a run for governor would position him to replace Newsom as ...

A familiar and prominent name could be entering the race for California governor. According to Politico, U.S. Sen. Alex ...

The California senator already has a high-profile post. But he wouldn’t have to give it up to run for governor.