Marcus Chen
Politics and policy reporter. 12 years covering the Sacramento statehouse. Previously at Sacramento Bee and CalMatters. Georgetown MSFS. Based in Sacramento.
3 articles published
politics
California GOP Governor Race 2026: Why a Tie Is the Best Strategy
Two Republican candidates are betting that splitting the vote evenly could shut Democrats out of California's November gubernatorial race entirely.
politics
California Governor's Race 2026: A Crowded Game of Chicken
With 61 candidates and three Democrats stuck at 10%, California's 2026 gubernatorial primary is a standoff as mail ballots begin dropping.
politics
Fact-Checking the 'Empire of Fraud' Claim Against Newsom
A City Journal article claims $180 billion was stolen under Newsom. We examine whether the evidence supports the 'empire of fraud' allegation.