The survey, conducted by researchers from USC, Cal State Long Beach and Cal Poly Pomona, found that the Irvine Democrat was the favorite among 14% of respondents who were asked to pick between 13 people — declared and potential candidates for governor — if the election was held today.

Republican state Sen. Brian Dahle, who ran for governor against incumbent Gov. Gavin Newsom (D-CA) in 2022, finished second with 5.3% of the vote.

Katie Porter hinted Wednesday on social media that she may jump into the California governor's race. “I’m grateful that Californians recognize we need fresh voices in our politics who are not afraid to call out nonsense,