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Posted 10/1/2023, 8:47:00 AM

Newsom to Appoint Replacement for Retiring Sen. Feinstein, Giving Him Sweep Over California's Top Posts

Gov. Newsom will appoint Sen. Feinstein's replacement, giving him control over CA's top political positions.
Newsom has already appointed the state's two senators, secretary of state, and attorney general.
Newsom said he may appoint a "caretaker" for Feinstein's seat rather than someone to run in the primary.
Republican leaders criticize Newsom for promising to appoint a Black woman and excluding other candidates.
Newsom's appointments will shape CA politics amid crises like inflation, homelessness, and crime.

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Newsom Rules Out 2024 Bid Against Harris, Cites Longtime Friendship

California Governor Gavin Newsom firmly rejected the idea of running against Vice President Kamala Harris, stating that even if President Biden were to not run, Harris would be the natural choice.

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Rep. Lee Criticizes Newsom's Plan to Appoint Black Woman as 'Caretaker' Senator

Rep. Barbara Lee criticizes California Governor Gavin Newsom for his plan to appoint a Black woman as a "caretaker" for Senator Dianne Feinstein's seat, calling it insulting and tokenistic.

9/13/2023

Newsom Goes on Offense Against GOP, Praises Biden While Stumping for Midterms

California Governor Gavin Newsom showcased his role as a fierce attack dog for the Democratic Party, criticizing prominent Republicans, defending President Biden, and urging Democrats to rally behind their leader.

9/29/2023

Gov. Newsom to appoint caretaker replacement for Sen. Feinstein's seat, pledges to choose a Black woman

The death of Dianne Feinstein leaves an open seat in the United States Senate for California, to be filled by appointee chosen by Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom, who has pledged to appoint a Black woman to the position.

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Newsom Faces Pressure in Appointing Replacement for Feinstein Senate Seat

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10/1/2023

Black Caucus Urges Newsom to Appoint Rep. Lee to Feinstein's Seat Despite 2024 Run

The Congressional Black Caucus is urging California Gov. Gavin Newsom to appoint Rep. Barbara Lee to the late Sen. Dianne Feinstein’s seat, citing Lee's progressive record and commitment to justice and equality.

10/2/2023

Gov. Newsom to Appoint Laphonza Butler as California's New Senator, Making Her Only Black Woman in Senate

California Gov. Gavin Newsom will appoint Laphonza Butler, the president of EMILY’s List, to fill the late Democratic Sen. Dianne Feinstein’s Senate seat, making her the sole Black female senator serving in Congress and only the third in US history.

10/2/2023

Newsom to Debate DeSantis on Fox, Aims to Counter Misinformation Despite Critiquing Network

California Governor Gavin Newsom criticized Fox News and other conservative media outlets, saying that Democrats need to combat the misinformation being promoted on these platforms.

10/3/2023

Newsom Appoints Pragmatic Labor Leader Laphonza Butler to Balance Competing Interests

California Governor Gavin Newsom's pick for the Senate seat, Laphonza Butler, mirrors his values on labor and business issues, despite progressive preferences for Rep. Barbara Lee, as both prioritize results over ideology.

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Posted 10/1/2023, 8:47:00 AM

Newsom to Appoint Replacement for Retiring Sen. Feinstein, Giving Him Sweep Over California's Top Posts

Gov. Newsom will appoint Sen. Feinstein's replacement, giving him control over CA's top political positions.
Newsom has already appointed the state's two senators, secretary of state, and attorney general.
Newsom said he may appoint a "caretaker" for Feinstein's seat rather than someone to run in the primary.
Republican leaders criticize Newsom for promising to appoint a Black woman and excluding other candidates.
Newsom's appointments will shape CA politics amid crises like inflation, homelessness, and crime.

foxnews.com

Relevant topic timeline:

9/9/2023

Newsom Rules Out 2024 Bid Against Harris, Cites Longtime Friendship

California Governor Gavin Newsom firmly rejected the idea of running against Vice President Kamala Harris, stating that even if President Biden were to not run, Harris would be the natural choice.

9/11/2023

Rep. Lee Criticizes Newsom's Plan to Appoint Black Woman as 'Caretaker' Senator

Rep. Barbara Lee criticizes California Governor Gavin Newsom for his plan to appoint a Black woman as a "caretaker" for Senator Dianne Feinstein's seat, calling it insulting and tokenistic.

9/13/2023

Newsom Goes on Offense Against GOP, Praises Biden While Stumping for Midterms

9/29/2023

Gov. Newsom to appoint caretaker replacement for Sen. Feinstein's seat, pledges to choose a Black woman

10/1/2023

Newsom Faces Pressure in Appointing Replacement for Feinstein Senate Seat

10/1/2023

Black Caucus Urges Newsom to Appoint Rep. Lee to Feinstein's Seat Despite 2024 Run

10/2/2023

Gov. Newsom to Appoint Laphonza Butler as California's New Senator, Making Her Only Black Woman in Senate

10/2/2023

Newsom to Debate DeSantis on Fox, Aims to Counter Misinformation Despite Critiquing Network

California Governor Gavin Newsom criticized Fox News and other conservative media outlets, saying that Democrats need to combat the misinformation being promoted on these platforms.

10/3/2023

Newsom Appoints Pragmatic Labor Leader Laphonza Butler to Balance Competing Interests