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Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco announces run for California governor

Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco announced his candidacy for governor of California for the 2026 election, becoming the first major Republican to do so.
Bianco criticized Democratic policies for issues like homelessness and crime, stating that it is only the Democrat elected officials who are responsible for the decline of California.
He aims to unite Californians for a better California rather than focus on party divisions.
Bianco, a law-and-order conservative, has been in law enforcement for over 30 years and has served as sheriff since 2018.

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The Center Square

Republican sheriff announces he's running for California governor

(The Center Square) - Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco, an outspoken critic of California Gov. Gavin Newsom and supporter of President Donald Trump, says he is running for governor.

4 days ago·United States

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The Sacramento Bee

Riverside sheriff joins California governor’s race as first major Republican candidate

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco became the first well-known Republican to announce a bid for California governor to replace term-limited Gov. Gavin Newsom in 2026. Bianco is an ardent supporter of President Donald Trump and has criticized Newsom and other Democrats leading California. The sheriff of California’s fourth most populous county since 2018, Bianco earned praise from conservatives for refusing to enforce the s…

4 days ago·Sacramento, United States

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tfppwire.com

First Major California Republican Enters the Race to Succeed Governor Gavin Newsom

Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco has announced his candidacy for governor of California in 2026, making him the first major Republican to enter the race. Bianco, a strong supporter of former President Donald Trump, vows to restore law and order while reversing the policies he says have led to California’s decline. Key Facts: Chad Bianco, Riverside County Sheriff since 2018, has officially launched his campaign for governor in 2026. He blame…

4 days ago

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shockya.com

California Sheriff Chad Bianco Launches Bid to Replace Gavin Newsom

Longtime law enforcement officer Chad Bianco has officially entered the race for California governor, launching his Republican campaign with a direct challenge to Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom’s policies. Bianco, currently serving as Riverside County sheriff, made the announcement on Presidents Day, vowing to restore economic stability, public safety, and common-sense leadership to the state. “I […] The post California Sheriff Chad Bianco Launche…

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Washington Examiner

Pro-Trump, tough-on-crime sheriff to run for governor in California

California’s Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco has had enough. He’s tired of Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom’s left-wing policies that he believes are ruining the state. On Monday, Presidents Day, Bianco announced his candidacy as the Republican candidate for California’s chief…

5 days ago·Washington, United States

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Times of San Diego

Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco Announces Gubernatorial Run

Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco announcing his gubernatorial run on Feb. 17, 2025. Courtesy Sheriff Chad Bianco Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco, an outspoken supporter of U.S. President Donald Trump, announced his candidacy for governor of California on Monday, emphasizing a “tough-on-crime” approach. Bianco’s announcement comes with controversy. His affiliation with the “Oath Keepers,” a far-right extremist organization strongly linke…

5 days ago·San Diego County, United States

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