Trending Now - California Gubernatorial Race Shifts Amid Swalwell's Exit

WHO:

Bloomberg Wealth - California billionaires are stepping up their efforts to boost San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan in the race for state governor following Swalwell's exit.

Fox News - Billionaire Stephen Cloobeck stated, “I am now a Republican,” after revoking his endorsement of Swalwell.

ABC News - A woman is expected to detail new allegations of misconduct against Eric Swalwell on April 18th, 2026, in Beverly Hills.

ABC News - Democratic Assemblymember Nick Schultz stated he believes Tom Steyer will put in the work to form strong relationships with the legislature.

ABC News - Democratic Assemblymember Corey Jackson expressed a commitment to building an economy rooted in dignity for working people alongside Steyer.

Fox News - Billionaire Stephen Cloobeck has revoked his endorsement of Eric Swalwell and is forcing him out of his California mansion.

Bloomberg Wealth - California billionaires are stepping up their efforts to boost San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan in the race for state governor following Swalwell's exit.

ABC News - A woman is expected to detail new allegations of misconduct against Eric Swalwell on April 18th, 2026.

ABC News - Democratic Assemblymember Corey Jackson stated he wanted to back a candidate who had a legitimate chance of winning.

ABC News - San Jose’s Democratic Mayor Matt Mahan is running for governor in his first statewide election.

ABC News - Democratic U.S. Rep. Eric Swalwell suspended his campaign for California governor.

ABC News - President Donald Trump endorsed conservative commentator Steve Hilton for the California gubernatorial race.

ABC News - Other candidates include billionaire hedge fund manager Tom Steyer, former Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa, and Katie Porter.

ABC News - Democratic Assemblymembers Nick Schultz and Corey Jackson switched their support to Tom Steyer.

WHAT:

Newsweek - Prediction markets indicate that Tom Steyer has emerged as the clear favorite to become California’s next governor after Swalwell's exit.

Deadline - NewsNation will simulcast a California gubernatorial debate on April 22nd, 2026, at 10 p.m. ET.

ABC News - Swalwell's exit presents an opportunity for his one-time rivals to pick off former supporters just weeks before mail ballots go to voters in early May 2026.

ABC News - Swalwell's name cannot be removed from the ballot despite his suspension of the campaign.

Fox News - Cloobeck stated, “I am no longer supporting Eric. F---ing tell everyone I’m a libertarian. F--- you, Democrat Party. I’m a libertarian now,” and confirmed Swalwell would no longer be welcome at his residence.

Fox News - Cloobeck has donated $23,400 to Swalwell’s campaigns from 2017 to 2023 and provided gifts including a $39,900 flight to Nice, France.

Newsweek - Prediction markets indicate that Tom Steyer has emerged as the clear favorite to become California’s next governor after Swalwell's exit.

ABC News - Swalwell's exit presents an opportunity for his one-time rivals to pick off former supporters just weeks before mail ballots go to voters in early May 2026.

ABC News - Swalwell's name cannot be removed from the ballot despite his suspension of the campaign.

Newsweek - Prediction markets indicate that Tom Steyer has emerged as the clear favorite to become California’s next governor following Swalwell's exit.

ABC News - Swalwell's exit presents an opportunity for his one-time rivals to pick off former supporters just weeks before mail ballots go to voters in early May 2026.

ABC News - Swalwell’s decision to suspend his campaign on April 9th, 2026, followed allegations published in the San Francisco Chronicle and later by CNN.

ABC News - Swalwell stated, “I will fight the serious, false allegations that have been made — but that’s my fight, not a campaign’s.”

ABC News - Swalwell's supporters “will scatter out to other candidates,” according to Democratic consultant Andrew Acosta.

ABC News - Swalwell is perhaps best known nationally as a House manager in Trump’s second impeachment trial in early 2021.

ABC News - Billionaire hedge fund manager-turned-liberal activist Tom Steyer has tapped his personal fortune to blanket media with ads.

ABC News - Villaraigosa pitched a new ad promising to lower gas and grocery costs in a state known for its punishing cost of living.

ABC News - Swalwell’s swift downfall came amid rising pressure for him to leave Congress, having lost the support of powerful labor unions and allies, including California U.S. Sen. Adam Schiff and Rep. Jimmy Gomez.

ABC News - Swalwell's exit presents an opportunity for his one-time rivals to pick off former supporters just weeks before mail ballots go to voters in early May 2026.

ABC News - Swalwell's name cannot be removed from the ballot despite his suspension of the campaign.

ABC News - Swalwell's swift downfall came amid rising pressure for him to leave Congress, having lost the support of powerful labor unions and allies, including California U.S. Sen. Adam Schiff and Rep. Jimmy Gomez.

ABC News - Swalwell suspended his campaign and announced plans to resign from Congress following sexual assault allegations.

ABC News - A woman is expected to detail new allegations of misconduct against Swalwell on April 18th, 2026.

ABC News - The California gubernatorial primary election is scheduled for June 2nd, 2026, featuring more than 50 candidates.

Deadline - NewsNation will simulcast a California gubernatorial debate on April 22nd, 2026, at 10 p.m. ET.

Newsweek - Steve Hilton failed to secure the nomination of the Republican Party of California.

WHERE:

ABC News - The California gubernatorial debate will take place in Sacramento, California, on April 22nd, 2026.

ABC News - The candidates are scheduled to gather in Sacramento, California, for their first public appearance on April 14th, 2026.

ABC News - The candidates are gathering in Sacramento, California, for their first public appearance since Swalwell's exit.

ABC News - New allegations against Swalwell will be detailed in Beverly Hills, California.

WHEN:

ABC News - Swalwell announced his resignation from Congress on April 10th, 2026.

ABC News - The candidates are scheduled to gather in Sacramento, California, for their first public appearance on April 14th, 2026.

Fox News - Cloobeck's comments and decision to cut ties with Swalwell followed the announcement of Swalwell's campaign suspension on April 9th, 2026.

Deadline - The California gubernatorial debate will take place on April 22nd, 2026, at 10 p.m. ET.

ABC News - The candidates are scheduled to gather in Sacramento, California, for their first public appearance on April 14th, 2026.

ABC News - A woman is expected to detail new allegations of misconduct against Swalwell on April 18th, 2026.

ABC News - Swalwell suspended his campaign on April 9th, 2026.

ABC News - Swalwell announced his resignation from Congress on April 10th, 2026.

ABC News - The primary election is on June 2nd, 2026.

Deadline - The gubernatorial debate will take place on April 22nd, 2026.

WHY:

Fox News - Cloobeck expressed his discontent with the Democratic Party, stating, “I cannot stand this Democratic Party at all. I’m done. Finito.”

ABC News - Democrats have feared for months that the large field of candidates could result in the party being locked out of the November election due to California's election rules.

Fox News - Cloobeck expressed his discontent with the Democratic Party, stating, “I cannot stand this Democratic Party at all. I’m done. Finito.”

ABC News - Democrats have feared for months that the large field of candidates could result in the party being locked out of the November election due to California's election rules.

ABC News - Democrats have feared for months that the large field of candidates dividing the vote could result in the party being locked out of the November election.

ABC News - Democrats fear that the large field of candidates could result in the party being locked out of the November election due to California's election rules.

ABC News - Swalwell suspended his campaign due to allegations of sexual assault, which he described as "serious, false allegations."

ABC News - Democrats fear that a large field of candidates could result in the party being locked out of the November election.

HOW:

ABC News - Swalwell stated on X that it was unfair for his constituents to have him distracted from his duties, adding, “I must take responsibility and ownership for the mistakes I did make.”

ABC News - Democratic Assemblymember Nick Schultz stated that he believes Steyer will put in the work to form strong relationships with the legislature.

ABC News - Swalwell stated on X that it was unfair for his constituents to have him distracted from his duties, adding, “I must take responsibility and ownership for the mistakes I did make.”

ABC News - Swalwell stated he would continue to fight the allegations against him and take responsibility for his mistakes.

(UPDATED April 15, 2026 03:59 UTC)

Following Eric Swalwell's resignation from Congress on Friday, California billionaires are rallying behind San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan in his bid for governor, with billionaire Stephen Cloobeck publicly declaring his switch to the Republican Party after withdrawing his support for Swalwell. Prediction markets are now favoring Tom Steyer as the leading candidate for the governorship, and a gubernatorial debate is set to be simulcast by NewsNation April 22nd at 10 p.m. ET. Cloobeck voiced his frustrations with the Democratic Party, stating, “I cannot stand this Democratic Party at all. I’m done. Finito.”

(UPDATED April 14, 2026 23:12 UTC)

A woman is expected to detail new allegations of misconduct against Eric Swalwell April 18th in Beverly Hills, while Swalwell's exit from the race opens the door for his former rivals to attract his supporters just weeks before mail ballots are sent out in early May. Despite suspending his campaign, Swalwell's name will remain on the ballot, which has raised concerns among Democrats about the crowded field potentially jeopardizing their chances in the November election. In a statement on X, Swalwell acknowledged the distractions his campaign has caused and emphasized the need to take responsibility for his actions.

(UPDATED April 14, 2026 21:15 UTC)

Billionaire Stephen Cloobeck has revoked his endorsement of Eric Swalwell and is forcing him out of his California mansion, following Swalwell's campaign suspension announced on Thursday. Cloobeck expressed his frustration with the Democratic Party, declaring, “I cannot stand this Democratic Party at all. I’m done. Finito,” and confirmed that Swalwell would no longer be welcome at his residence. Over the years, Cloobeck has donated $23,400 to Swalwell's campaigns and provided significant gifts, including a $39,900 flight to Nice, France.

(UPDATED April 14, 2026 19:20 UTC)

California billionaires are rallying behind San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan in his bid for governor following Eric Swalwell's exit from the race. Prediction markets now show Tom Steyer as the leading candidate to succeed in the gubernatorial contest, which will feature a debate April 22nd at 10 p.m. ET. Swalwell announced on X that he stepped down to focus on his responsibilities, admitting it was unfair to his constituents to remain distracted.

(UPDATED April 14, 2026 17:20 UTC)

A woman is expected to detail new allegations of misconduct against Eric Swalwell April 18th, as his exit from the race opens the door for former rivals to attract his supporters just weeks before mail ballots are sent out in early May. Despite Swalwell's suspension of his campaign, his name will remain on the ballot, and candidates are set to gather in Sacramento, California, for their first public appearance on Tuesday. Democratic Assemblymember Corey Jackson emphasized the need to support a candidate with a legitimate chance of winning, as concerns grow that a crowded field could jeopardize the party's chances in the November election.

(UPDATED April 14, 2026 15:20 UTC)

San Jose’s Democratic Mayor Matt Mahan is officially running for governor in his first statewide election, while prediction markets show that Tom Steyer has become the clear favorite to succeed following Eric Swalwell's exit from the race. The candidates are set to gather for their first public appearance in Sacramento, California, on Tuesday, ahead of the gubernatorial debate scheduled for April 22nd. With concerns that the large field of candidates could lock the Democrats out of the November election, Assemblymember Nick Schultz expressed confidence that Steyer will work to build strong relationships with the legislature.

(UPDATED April 14, 2026 13:22 UTC)

Eric Swalwell suspended his campaign on Thursday, following serious allegations reported by the San Francisco Chronicle and CNN, which he vowed to fight as personal battles rather than campaign issues. His exit opens the door for his former rivals to attract his supporters just weeks before mail ballots are sent out in early May, and Democratic consultant Andrew Acosta noted that Swalwell's supporters are likely to scatter to other candidates. Meanwhile, candidates are set to gather in Sacramento for their first public appearance on Tuesday, as a woman is expected to present new allegations against Swalwell April 18th.

(UPDATED April 14, 2026 09:20 UTC)

Swalwell's exit from the race opens the door for his former rivals to attract his supporters just weeks before mail ballots are sent out in early May. Despite suspending his campaign, Swalwell's name will remain on the ballot, following a swift downfall fueled by lost support from key labor unions and political allies. He expressed on X that it was unfair for his constituents to have him distracted from his duties, acknowledging the need to take responsibility for his mistakes during this challenging time.

(UPDATED April 14, 2026 05:41 UTC)

Democratic U.S. Rep. Eric Swalwell has suspended his campaign for California governor and announced plans to resign from Congress following serious sexual assault allegations, which he has described as false. In the wake of his exit, President Trump has endorsed conservative commentator Steve Hilton for the gubernatorial race, while other candidates include billionaire Tom Steyer and former Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa. The California gubernatorial primary election is set for June 2nd, with a debate scheduled for April 22nd, and new allegations against Swalwell are expected to be detailed April 18th in Beverly Hills.