Sen. Alex Padilla (D-Calif.) on Tuesday told reporters he would not run to replace California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D). “I am ...

The state's senior senator says he is staying in Washington rather than run for Sacramento's top job. His rationale is ...

U.S. Sen. Alex Padilla said he will not run for California governor in 2026, ending speculation that he might seek to succeed ...

Mr. Padilla, a Democrat, held an impromptu news conference to announce he would not run for California’s top office.

Alex Padilla confirms he won’t seek California’s governorship, prioritizing his Senate term and legislative agenda.

Speaking to a press gaggle in Washington, D.C., Padilla said he has deep love for California, but will stay focused on work ...

The decision comes after months of speculation that California’s senior senator could throw his hat in the ring and dominate ...