Chad Bianco's campaign emphasizes restoring common-sense leadership as he positions himself against Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom's administration.
Chad Bianco Announces Run for Governor, Challenges Newsom's Policies
Chad Bianco Announces Run for Governor, Challenges Newsom's Policies
Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco launches Republican campaign for California governor, focusing on public safety and economic reforms.
Longtime law enforcement officer Chad Bianco has officially declared his candidacy for California governor, embarking on a Republican campaign aimed squarely at challenging the policies of Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom. Bianco, serving as Riverside County sheriff, used Presidents Day to make his announcement, pledging to bring back economic stability, public safety, and practical governance to a state he believes is straying off course.
“I am running for Governor because our beautiful state – which I absolutely love – is heading down the wrong track and has been for years,” Bianco stated during his announcement. “Everyone knows it, except those sitting in the Sacramento echo chamber. For decades, the party in complete control of our state government has tried the same failed ideas and implemented the same failed policies.”
The sheriff outlined some of California's pressing issues, drawing attention to rising living costs, burdensome regulations, and a high tax environment. He also underscored energy reliability and agricultural concerns, advocating for leadership that prioritizes affordability and infrastructure.
“Californians want leadership that actually cares about the cost of living… and leaders who will do something about it,” Bianco emphasized. “We want homes we can afford. We want air conditioning when it’s hot, not rolling blackouts. We want water for the crops and animals that feed us. We want the opportunity to achieve the California Dream, not be prevented from it because of red tape and regulation from government. We want honesty and transparency from our elected officials. We want lower taxes and less government waste. We want sanity restored and common sense to prevail.”
Bianco's 30-plus years in law enforcement have prompted him to often criticize state policies, which has garnered attention on social media. In May 2024, he notably supported Donald Trump’s presidential campaign, highlighting his commitment to public safety and criminal justice reform.
He has expressed strong critique of California's crime policies, attributing an increase in crime to Newsom's administration. “For the past 30 years, I’ve been doing everything I could to keep our community safe by arresting criminals and putting them in jail, and putting them in prison, keeping them out of our neighborhoods," he remarked. "But for the last five years, I’ve been very critical of our governor for slashing budgets, letting prisoners out early, and closing our prisons.”
Bianco criticized what he termed the state's “love affair” with criminals, suggesting that Newsom's approach treats offenders as victims rather than holding them accountable. “This love affair that our governor and our state legislature have with criminals is based on the belief that criminals are not responsible for their actions," he stated. "They’re a victim of society, and really it’s our fault."
By entering the race, Bianco adds a law-and-order perspective to the growing list of challengers aiming to unseat Newsom. As frustrations mount among California voters over crime and economic issues, his campaign seeks to resonate with those calling for a significant shift in leadership.
“I am running for Governor because our beautiful state – which I absolutely love – is heading down the wrong track and has been for years,” Bianco stated during his announcement. “Everyone knows it, except those sitting in the Sacramento echo chamber. For decades, the party in complete control of our state government has tried the same failed ideas and implemented the same failed policies.”
The sheriff outlined some of California's pressing issues, drawing attention to rising living costs, burdensome regulations, and a high tax environment. He also underscored energy reliability and agricultural concerns, advocating for leadership that prioritizes affordability and infrastructure.
“Californians want leadership that actually cares about the cost of living… and leaders who will do something about it,” Bianco emphasized. “We want homes we can afford. We want air conditioning when it’s hot, not rolling blackouts. We want water for the crops and animals that feed us. We want the opportunity to achieve the California Dream, not be prevented from it because of red tape and regulation from government. We want honesty and transparency from our elected officials. We want lower taxes and less government waste. We want sanity restored and common sense to prevail.”
Bianco's 30-plus years in law enforcement have prompted him to often criticize state policies, which has garnered attention on social media. In May 2024, he notably supported Donald Trump’s presidential campaign, highlighting his commitment to public safety and criminal justice reform.
He has expressed strong critique of California's crime policies, attributing an increase in crime to Newsom's administration. “For the past 30 years, I’ve been doing everything I could to keep our community safe by arresting criminals and putting them in jail, and putting them in prison, keeping them out of our neighborhoods," he remarked. "But for the last five years, I’ve been very critical of our governor for slashing budgets, letting prisoners out early, and closing our prisons.”
Bianco criticized what he termed the state's “love affair” with criminals, suggesting that Newsom's approach treats offenders as victims rather than holding them accountable. “This love affair that our governor and our state legislature have with criminals is based on the belief that criminals are not responsible for their actions," he stated. "They’re a victim of society, and really it’s our fault."
By entering the race, Bianco adds a law-and-order perspective to the growing list of challengers aiming to unseat Newsom. As frustrations mount among California voters over crime and economic issues, his campaign seeks to resonate with those calling for a significant shift in leadership.
