California’s Attorney General Rob Bonta is making waves with his latest remarks, leaving the door ajar for a possible candidacy for governor. During an exclusive interview with KCRA 3’s Ashley Zavala, Bonta expressed gratitude for the encouragement he’s received, but he maintains there’s nothing official just yet. It seems the political landscape in the Golden State could be shifting under our feet.
Previously, Bonta had committed to running for reelection as Attorney General, but with gubernatorial ambitions now bubbling up, political observers are on high alert. He even shared how his past endorsements of Kamala Harris and Alex Padilla didn’t lead to their entering the race—perhaps he’s hoping for a different outcome this time!
Adding to the intrigue, Bonta’s campaign is currently embroiled in a federal bribery investigation, which has required him to spend nearly half a million dollars on private attorneys. Bonta stressed that he’s merely a witness in the ongoing probe and not a target, which begs the question: how will this all play into his future plans? As California braces for what could be a contest full of surprises, Bonta seems ready to pivot on a dime, keeping supporters guessing. Will he take the plunge into the gubernatorial race? Only time will tell!
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