Episode 39: California's Jungle Primary — Two Republicans, Eight Democrats, and a Race No One Saw Coming

Send us a text to let us know what you think of this episode. We would love to hear from you. In this episode, Brian and John wade into the chaos of California's 2026 governor's race, and it's wilder than anyone expected. With eight Democrats splitting the vote and two Republicans quietly gaining ground, the brothers break down exactly how a jungle primary could hand the governor's office to a party that hasn't held it in decades. They profile the two Republican contenders, Sheriff Chad Bianco of Riverside County and British-born Fox commentator Steve Hilton, weighing their records, their liabilities, and their realistic odds in a state where Trump's disapproval sits at 68%.The conversation turns to the crowded Democratic field, the party's reluctance to consolidate around a frontrunner, and whether Tom Steyer's $80 million ad blitz is helping Democrats — or accidentally clearing a path for the GOP. And as the federal government enters its sixth week of shutdown, Brian and John clash over the standoff at the Department of Homeland Security: ICE enforcement, administrative versus judicial warrants, TSA security gaps, and whether both parties are letting playground politics put the country at risk.If you enjoy hearing what we have to say, albeit somewhat irreverent and rarely do we agree, please subscribe or follow and us and leave a comment. We would love to hear from you. To learn more about John Kabateck's firm visit Kabateck StrategiesTo learn more about Brian's firm visit KBK Law