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Exclusive: Tom Steyer Warns California Leaders Fed by 'Corporate Interests'

Exclusive: Tom Steyer Warns California Leaders Fed by 'Corporate Interests'

Summary

Tom Steyer, a billionaire investor and climate activist, is running for California governor in 2026. He presents himself as a progressive outsider focused on fighting corporate influence and supporting working people, contrasting with other Democratic and Republican candidates in the race.

Key Facts

  • Tom Steyer made his fortune as a hedge fund executive at Farallon Capital before focusing on climate change and politics.
  • He is running for governor of California to replace Governor Gavin Newsom, who is term-limited.
  • The governor’s race includes Democrats from different political views and some Republican candidates.
  • Steyer emphasizes reducing corporate influence in government and addressing economic inequality.
  • He says the political establishment opposes him because he threatens their relationships with corporate donors.
  • Steyer wants to support progressive leaders in California and promote change for working people.
  • Republican candidates include Chad Bianco and Steve Hilton, who was recently endorsed by President Donald Trump.
  • California’s top-two primary system means candidates from the same party can compete in the general election.
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