U.S. Sen. Alex Padilla said he will not run for California governor in 2026 , ending speculation that he might seek to succeed Gov. Gavin Newsom when his term ends.

Padilla made the announcement to reporters on Capitol Hill on Tuesday.

"It is with a full heart, and even more commitment than ever, that I am choosing to not run for governor of California next year," Padilla said.

His decision narrows the potential field in what is expected to be a high-profile and competitive race.

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