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Talk of Harris successor sets off California guessing game

Rep. Karen Bass, D-Calif.
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FILE - In this June 17, 2020, file photo, Rep. Karen Bass, D-Calif., speaks during a House Judiciary Committee meeting on Capitol Hill in Washington. The potential ascendancy of Sen. Kamala Harris to the vice presidency next year has kicked off widespread speculation about who might replace her if Democrats seize the White House. California Gov. Gavin Newsom is already being lobbied by hopefuls and numerous names are emerging in the early speculation. Bass, who was on Joe Biden's vice presidential short list, would likely get consideration. (Kevin Dietsch/Pool Photo via AP, File)
Rep. Karen Bass, D-Calif.
London Breed
Alex Padilla
Antonio Villaraigosa
Long Beach Mayor Robert Garcia
Katie Porter
California Gov. Gavin Newsom
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LOS ANGELES — The possible election of U.S. Sen. Kamala Harris as vice president has set off a fierce competition in California to replace her.

Contenders are already pressuring Gov. Gavin Newsom for what could be a once-in-a-lifetime appointment.

Joe Biden tapped Harris this week to join him on the Democratic presidential ticket. Should they win in November, it would fall to the Democratic governor to appoint Harris’ replacement for a term that runs through January 2023.

Newsom said Wednesday aspiring candidates are already needling him about the potential vacancy.

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