As Gavin Newsom wraps up his last term as California\u2019s governor, several contenders are lining up to replace him. The latest to enter the race is Representative Eric Swalwell<\/p>\n
Rep. Eric Swalwell officially launched his campaign for California governor on Nov. 20, declaring himself a \u201cprotector and fighter\u201d for the state. The East Bay congressman made the announcement during an appearance on \u201cJimmy Kimmel Live!\u201d Thursday night.<\/p>\n
\u201cOur state, this great state, needs a fighter and a protector,\u201d Swalwell told Kimmel. \u201cSomeone who will bring prices down, lift wages up.\u201d<\/p>\n
Swalwell\u2019s two main objectives if elected are clear: pushing back on Donald Trump and making California more affordable. Swalwell believes the next governor must keep Trump \u201cout of our homes, streets and lives\u201d while also ushering in a new era of California that focuses on lower costs, economic growth and modernization.<\/p>\n
\u201cNancy Pelosi selected me for the Intelligence Committee and to help lead the impeachment of a corrupt president,\u201d Swalwell said in his promotional video on his website<\/a>. <\/p>\n Swalwell\u2019s entry comes amid an already crowded lineup. Among the 14 publicly declared candidates are Tom Steyer, a hedge fund billionaire and 2020 presidential candidate, Antonio Villaraigosa, former mayor of Los Angeles, and Betty Yee, the California Democratic Party\u2019s vice chair.<\/p>\n However, Swalwell believes he is the best fit for the position. <\/p>\n \u201cNo one will keep Californians safer than I will,\u201d Swalwell said. \u201cNo one.\u201d<\/p>\n Scroll to continue reading<\/p>\n