I’m going to hold myself to that standard, to do better and to acknowledge that I fell short.
Katie Porter
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Katie Porter is an American attorney and politician serving as the U.S. Representative for California's 47th congressional district since January 3, 2019. A member of the Democratic Party, she has gained recognition for her advocacy on consumer protection and accountability in government. Porter is known for her engaging questioning style during congressional hearings, often using visual aids to illustrate her points and hold corporations accountable. She has focused on issues such as healthcare, economic inequality, and the rights of consumers.
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June 4, 2026
Running a race like this isn't easy, and coming up short is hard, but democracy is worth doing hard things for.
— Katie Porter
I’m taking responsibility for this situation, and I’m also not going to back down from fighting back for California, from being tough.
I want to have a pleasant, positive conversation … And if every question, you’re going to make up a follow-up question, then we’re never going to get there.
I am certain that we in California have an argument why we need to do this because everywhere I go, people are saying we have to stop Trump.
If Vice President Harris were to choose to run, I am certain that that would have a near field-clearing effect on the Democratic side.
I first ran for office to hold Trump accountable. I feel that same call to serve now to stop him from hurting Californians.
What California needs now is a little bit of hope and a whole lot of grit, fresh blood and new ideas, leaders with the backbone to fight for what’s right.
In Congress I held the Trump administration's feet to the fire when they hurt Americans. As governor, I won't ever back down when Trump hurts Californians.
What we need is new ideas, a willingness to take on dangerous leaders and their corrupt enablers.
If Vice President Harris were to choose to run, I am certain that that would have a near field-clearing effect on the Democratic side.
If Vice President Harris were to choose to run, I am certain that that would have a near field-clearing effect on the Democratic side.
If Vice President Harris were to choose to run, I am certain that that would have a near field-clearing effect on the Democratic side.
You have--clearly are aware, Postmaster DeJoy, of my bill called the Vote by Mail Tracking Act.
Republicans, Democrats, Independents, we are all seeing people use mail-in ballots and they all deserve peace of mind that their ballots got delivered safely and quickly.





