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California · California Attorney General · Updated Oct 16, 2026

Michael Gates

RepublicanTop two

Former Huntington Beach city attorney

2026 race · California Attorney General

<1% chance of winning · race rated Solid D

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1% chance of winning · race rated Solid D

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