Press Play with Madeleine Brand

It’s still anyone’s game in the CA governor's race. Might Caruso jump in?

After Kamala Harris declined to run, the crowded field lacks a clear frontrunner. Former Congresswoman Katie Porter has a slight edge, but Rick Caruso could shake up the race.

By Madeleine Brand • Aug 26, 2025 • 1 min read

After Kamala Harris declined to run, the crowded field lacks a clear frontrunner. Former Congresswoman Katie Porter has a slight edge, but Rick Caruso could shake up the race.

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Press Play with Madeleine Brand

It’s still anyone’s game in the CA governor's race. Might Caruso jump in?

After Kamala Harris declined to run, the crowded field lacks a clear frontrunner. Former Congresswoman Katie Porter has a slight edge, but Rick Caruso could shake up the race.

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Press Play with Madeleine Brand

It’s still anyone’s game in the CA governor's race. Might Caruso jump in?

After Kamala Harris declined to run, the crowded field lacks a clear frontrunner. Former Congresswoman Katie Porter has a slight edge, but Rick Caruso could shake up the race.

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