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quaint

(4,685 posts)
Sat Jan 17, 2026, 09:18 AM 2 hrs ago

Billionaire developer Rick Caruso will not run for L.A. mayor or California governor

LATimes
Billionaire developer Rick Caruso will not run for Los Angeles mayor or California governor, after months of speculation that he would seek one of the two posts.

Caruso announced his decision Friday, saying it came after “many heartfelt conversations” with his family.

“Though my name will not be on a ballot, my work continues,” Caruso said on X. “Public service does not require a title. It is, and always will be, my calling.”

Caruso’s plans were the talk of political circles. Recently, he seemed to confirm that he would launch a campaign.

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Billionaire developer Rick Caruso will not run for L.A. mayor or California governor (Original Post) quaint 2 hrs ago OP
Can't see him winning but his $$$ can still do damage whether he runs or not. dutch777 1 hr ago #1
What damage do you anticipate? quaint 33 min ago #2

quaint

(4,685 posts)
2. What damage do you anticipate?
Sat Jan 17, 2026, 10:45 AM
33 min ago

He is a philanthropist. He has been a Democrat for a few years.

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