• There is a shift in the California governor’s race following the withdrawal of Democratic Congressman Eric Swalwell.
• Democratic candidate Tom Steyer, is a billionaire who is self‑funding his campaign.
• Steyer’s stated campaign priorities include:
  • Tax increases on corporations and wealthy individuals
  • Large‑scale housing construction and renter protections
  • Reduction of electricity costs through regulation of utility monopolies
  • Support for immigrants, including abolishing ICE
  • Climate change and environmental justice initiatives
  • Support for a single‑payer healthcare system
• Steyer is using personal wealth to gain visibility and influence in the race.
• There is ontroversy surrounding Steyer’s proposed immigration plan, which includes:
  • Allowing state prosecution of ICE agents
  • Creating investigative units targeting federal immigration enforcement
  • Returning deported individuals to California
  • Funding “know your rights” campaigns for immigrants
• We raise questions about the legality and feasibility of a state challenging federal immigration authority.
• There are comparisons to other political races and candidates to suggest a broader pattern of campaign promises made to attract voter support.
• The California gubernatorial primary is highly competitive, with implications for both Democratic and Republican candidates.

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