Caitlyn Jenner has announced her plans to run for governor of California.
The reality star and former Olympian, who is a longtime Republican, is seeking to replace Democrat Gavin Newsom in a likely recall election later this year.
In an official statement, the 71-year-old wrote: “California has been my home for nearly 50 years. I came here because I knew that anyone, regardless of their background or station in life, could turn their dreams into reality.”
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— Caitlyn Jenner (@Caitlyn_Jenner) April 23, 2021
“But for the past decade, we have seen the glimmer of the Golden State reduced by one-party rule that places politics over progress and special interests over people.”
“Sacramento needs an honest leader with a clear vision.”
The news comes just weeks after Caitlyn, who was previously married to Kardashian matriarch Kris Jenner, appeared on the US version of The Masked Singer.