Tom Steyer can spend all he wants, but he can’t change this
Tom Steyer has invested approximately $200 million in his campaign for the California governor's race, surpassing the previous state record. Despite his significant spending, critics argue that his past actions and investments contradict his current political stance. The article suggests that voters may not be swayed by his financial power due to perceived hypocrisy.
- ▪Tom Steyer has spent about $200 million on his campaign, exceeding the previous record of $178.5 million.
- ▪He previously spent around $340 million on his presidential bid in 2020.
- ▪Critics label Steyer as a hypocrite for opposing billionaires while being one himself.
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Opinion Tom Steyer can spend all he wants, but he can’t change this By CA Post Editorial Board Published May 27, 2026, 8:52 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The California Post on Google Is there a “for sale” sign outside the governor’s mansion? Tom Steyer sure hopes so. The billionaire has spent about $200 million (and counting) on his own campaign in the June 2 primary. That eclipses the state record of $178.5 million set by former eBay exec Meg Whitman in the primary and general elections for governor in 2010. Tom Steyer, Democratic candidate for governor of California, speaks at a campaign rally. ZUMAPRESS.com And it comes after Steyer dropped about $340 million on his pipe-dream bid for the US presidency in 2020.
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