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.

Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco announced that he is running for governor of California in 2026. He is the first major Republican to announce a bid and joins a crowded field that could soon include former Vice President Kamala Harris,

In announcing bid for governor, Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco says the California dream has 'turned into a nightmare' for people struggling with soaring prices.