Here’s what happens in California if Gov. Newsom runs for president
When a politician vacates an important office, whether by promotion or in disgrace, it can often set off a mad scramble to replace them in order to keep the wheels of government turning.
Biden drops out, endorses Kamala Harris: 'I am honored to have this endorsement'
Following Biden's decision to drop out of the 2024 presidential race and his official endorsement of Kamala Harris, she has emerged as the most likely candidate to lead the Democratic ticket for the White House.
Trump, Newsom, Buttigieg, Vance and more react to Biden's withdrawal, Harris endorsement
President Joe Biden's decision to withdraw from the 2024 presidential race has sparked swift reactions from political leaders across the aisle, both locally and nationally.
Biden out: Read his letter announcing withdrawal from the 2024 race
President Joe Biden is dropping out of the 2024 race, throwing the Democratic Party into chaos just months before the election.
Biden withdraws from nomination: Bay Area reacts
President Joe Biden has formally announced he is withdrawing as the Democratic presidential nominee after weeks of calls by Congressional leaders for him to step down.
Who could replace Biden? A look at Kamala Harris, other front-runners
With President Biden ending his bid for reelection, there's widespread speculation over who will replace him. He's endorsed Kamala Harris, but here's a look at other potential frontrunners.
After Biden drops out: What happens to his campaign funds?
Following President Joe Biden’s stunning announcement on Sunday to drop out of the 2024 election, many are wondering what comes next with the Democratic presidential campaign, especially concerning the substantial funds raised by the Biden-Harris campaign.
History of California presidential frontrunners
California became the 31st state to join the union on September 9, 1850. Relatively speaking, that’s a long time ago, but as far as politics is concerned, historically – the Golden State has only seen a few presidential frontrunners clinch the nomination.
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer - a possible Presidential candidate?
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer has been sidestepping questions about her possibly running for President. But with President Joe Biden withdrawing from the race, those questions will only grow.
Harris and Newsom thrust Bay Area politics into national spotlight
President Joe Biden has ended his reelection bid, positioning Vice President Kamala Harris and California Gov. Gavin Newsom as two perceived front-runners for the Democratic Party nomination.
DNC committee moving forward with plans for virtual roll call vote in early August
President Biden is planning to return to the campaign trail as soon as he recovers from a mild COVID-19 infection.
Bay Area lawmaker weighs in on Biden's future as calls to drop out grow
Will he or won’t he stay in the race?
Biden's campaign chair acknowledges support slipping but maintains he's staying in race
The president’s campaign chair acknowledged “slippage" in support but said the campaign sees a path to beat Donald Trump in November’s election.
List of top Democrats who have called on Biden to exit race
Democratic lawmakers continue to weigh whether President Biden should stay in or exit the race, and there appears to be no easy answers in sight.
Trump assassination attempt: $6.3 million raised for victims in deadly rally shooting
50-year-old Corey Comperatore, who was with his wife and daughters, was killed during the rally. Two other people were also injured, 57-year-old David Dutch, and 74-year-old James Copenhaver.
Read full transcript of Trump's RNC 2024 speech
Former President Donald Trump officially accepted the GOP presidential nomination on the final night of the Republican National Convention.
Majority of Democrats think Kamala Harris would make a good president: poll
If Biden opts to end his reelection bid, a majority of Democrats in a new AP-NORC poll think Vice President Kamala Harris would make a good president.
Five top mayoral candidates pursue SF Firefighters endorsement
The five top San Francisco mayoral candidates showed up at the Firefighters Local 798 union hall Thursday for a debate and question session with members, hoping to get support from the union, which says it has more than 1,500 members who will vote in August on which candidate to endorse.
RNC 2024: Trump formally accepts GOP nomination for president
Trump will deliver his first public speech since an assassination attempt, concluding the Republican National Convention with a speech focusing on national unity rather than criticizing Biden.
Remainder of Biden’s student debt relief plan blocked by appeals court
The ruling comes the same day the Biden administration announced it would forgive roughly $1.2 billion in additional student loan debt for borrowers who work in public service.