governor

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Newsom is serving the last year of his final term as governor as he weighs running for president in 2028.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

These days, being a limelight-seeking senator, swing-state governor, or New York City real estate developer who used to host a reality TV show can do the trick.

From Slate • Apr. 6, 2026

The former governor has said he knew nothing about the doings of his secretary.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

Deputy governor for Khuzestan province, Valiollah Hayati, told the Fars news agency that three companies in the zone were hit, adding that it was unknown yet if there were any deaths.

From Barron's • Apr. 4, 2026

Most state legislatures were out of session, and some met biannually and would not gather until the following year, unless the governor called a special legislative session.

From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling