‘Daily Show’ Says California’s ‘Rizz-Less’ Democratic Candidates Open the Door for a Republican Governor | Video
The 'Daily Show' mocked California's Democratic gubernatorial candidates for lacking charisma, or 'rizz,' in a segment highlighting their perceived lack of appeal compared to Republican contenders. Correspondent Jordan Klepper used satire to critique candidates like Xavier Becerra, Tom Steyer, Katie Porter, and Matt Mahan, suggesting their uncharismatic campaigns could open the door for Republicans. Despite the humor, Klepper emphasized the importance of the race due to California's significant influence on national policy and economy.
- ▪New polling shows Republican Steve Hilton leading with 16% support, followed by Democrat Tom Steyer with 15%.
- ▪Jordan Klepper criticized Democratic candidates for lacking charisma, using clips of Becerra stumbling over words and Steyer mimicking a 'Love Actually' scene.
- ▪Klepper highlighted Katie Porter's confrontational interview style and Matt Mahan's use of a hologram in his campaign.
- ▪Republican candidate Steve Hilton, a British citizen naturalized in 2021, is seen as a serious contender despite limited U.S. residency.
- ▪Klepper stressed that California’s next governor will have national influence due to the state’s economic and legislative impact.
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Home > Creative Content > TV Shows ‘Daily Show’ Says California’s ‘Rizz-Less’ Democratic Candidates Open the Door for a Republican Governor | Video Jordan Klepper breaks down each of the leading candidates, comparing them to his middle school math teacher and the Village People Tess Patton May 1, 2026 @ 5:24 PM Share on Social Media Share on Facebook Share on X (formerly Twitter) Share on LinkedIn Share on Email Jordan Klepper unpacks the upcoming California governor's race (Credit: The Daily Show/YouTube) “The Daily Show” correspondent Jordan Klepper says that California’s Democratic gubernatorial candidates, eyeing to take Gov. Gavin Newsom’s seat, are in trouble because they have no charisma.
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