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FILE - In this April 1, 2021, file photo, Dr. Mark Ghaly, Secretary, California Health and Human Services, left, inoculates California Gov. Gavin Newsom, right, at the Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza in Los Angeles. The recall election that cuIminates on Sept. 14 was largely driven by frustration with Newsom's sweeping coronavirus orders that closed schools, businesses and in turn, cost millions of jobs. In a television ad this week, Newsom's campaign blasted his Republican rivals as anti-vaxers, however the top GOP candidates, Larry, Elder, Kevin Faulconer, Kevin Kiley and John Cox all say they have been vaccinated against the virus and none has flatly said the vaccines are dangerous. (AP Photo/Damian Dovarganes, File)

Gavin Newsom calls GOP recall rivals ‘anti-vax,’ but are they?

By Kathleen Ronayne and Michael R. Blood - Associated Press

FILE - In this July 13, 2021, file photo, conservative radio talk show host Larry Elder speaks to supporters during a campaign stop in Norwalk, Calif. Elder was not on the list of candidates released Saturday in the recall election that could end the term of California Gov. Gavin Newsom. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez, File)

Talk radio host challenges disqualification in California recall

By Michael R. Blood and Kathleen Ronayne - Associated Press

FILE - In this Feb. 2, 2021, file photo, Republican gubernatorial candidate Kevin Faulconer speaks during a news conference in the San Pedro section of Los Angeles. Faulconer announced Wednesday, May 12, 2021, that he wants to eliminate state income tax for some low- and middle-income people if he's elected. He would need support in the Democratically controlled state Legislature. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong, File)

Kevin Faulconer proposes eliminating California income tax for some

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FILE - In this Jan. 8, 2021, file photo, California Gov. Gavin Newsom outlines his 2021-2022 state budget proposal during a news conference in Sacramento, Calif. About a year after the state's first coronavirus case, Newsom has gone from a governor widely hailed for his swift response to a leader facing criticism from all angles. (AP Photo/Rich Pedroncelli, Pool, File)

Political storms swirl around California’s Newsom amid virus

By KATHLEEN RONAYNE - Associated Press

San Diego ex-mayor Faulconer to run for California governor

By MICHAEL R. BLOOD - Associated Press

FILE - In this Sept. 7, 2019, file photo, San Diego Mayor Kevin Faulconer speaks during the California GOP fall convention in Indian Wells, Calif. Faulconer announced Monday, Feb. 1, 2021, he is entering the race for California governor, the first major Republican to formally step into the contest while a potential recall election aimed at Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom moves closer to qualifying for the ballot this year. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson, File)

GOP’s Faulconer: Gov. Newsom failed California, needs to go

By MICHAEL R. BLOOD - Associated Press

San Diego Mayor Kevin Faulconer, center, speaks during a news conference at the New Americans Museum, Monday, Feb. 4, 2019, in San Diego. Faulconer announced a new plan Monday designed to welcome immigrants and new citizens to San Diego. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)

San Diego mayor unveils plan to integrate immigrants

By JULIE WATSON - Associated Press

San Diego, Tijuana mayors extol virtues of cross-border ties

By ELLIOT SPAGAT - Associated Press

San Diego mayor discussing 2018 California governor’s race

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San Diego Mayor Kevin Faulconer speaks at a recent news conference Monday, May 23, 2016, regarding a new ordinance for the city regarding drugs in San Diego. Faulconer's low-key style has gone down well with voters after the high drama of a predecessor who resigned and pleaded guilty to a felony for harassing women. The Republican leader is a heavy favorite to win a second term as mayor of the nation's eighth-largest city. (AP Photo/Lenny Ignelzi)

Republican mayor seeks new term in scandal-weary San Diego

By ELLIOT SPAGAT - Associated Press

Torrey Pines poised to get US Open in 2021

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Faulconer takes office as San Diego mayor

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Assistant Police Chief Shelley Zimmerman, second from right, and retiring Police Chief William Lansdowne at San Diego Police Department headquarters, Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2014, during an announcment that Zimmerman would be the department's new top officer. (AP Photo/U-T San Diego, David Brooks) NO SALES; COMMERCIAL INTERNET OUT MANDATORY CREDIT.

Nominee would be San Diego’s first female top cop

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San Diego police chief resigns after 11 years

By ELLIOT SPAGAT - Associated Press

San Diego mayoral candidate David Alvarez cast his ballot as a his daughter, Izel, holds onto his leg at a polling location in the Logan Heights neighborhood where Alvarez grew up and still lives Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2014 in San Diego. (AP Photo/Lenny Ignelzi)

San Diego gives GOP a win in mayor’s race

By ELLIOT SPAGAT - Associated Press

San Diego mayoral candidate David Alvarez cast his ballot as a his daughter, Izel, holds onto his leg at a polling location in the Logan Heights neighborhood where Alvarez grew up and still lives Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2014 in San Diego. (AP Photo/Lenny Ignelzi)

Republican takes lead in race for San Diego mayor

By ELLIOT SPAGAT - Associated Press

Chargers will seek new mayor’s backing for stadium

By BERNIE WILSON - Associated Press

San Diego mayoral candidate Kevin Faulconer tells his supporters that while there are still votes to be counted they are looking good at a rally Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2014, in San Diego. (AP Photo/Lenny Ignelzi)

Obama’s help no help as Republican Kevin Faulconer wins San Diego mayoral race

By Dave Boyer - The Washington Times

San Diego mayoral candidate Kevin Faulconer reaches for his wife, Katherine, as their daughter looks up from below after Faulconer addressed his supporters at a rally Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2014, in San Diego. (AP Photo/Lenny Ignelzi)

San Diego votes in Republican to replace disgraced ex-Mayor Filner

By Cheryl K. Chumley - The Washington Times

In a Monday, Feb. 3, 2014 photo, San Diego mayoral candidate Kevin Faulconer does a bit of handshaking during a campaign event, in San Diego. Faulconer easily topped a field of 11 candidates in a first round of voting by dominating in wealthier neighborhoods north of the freeway. (AP Photo/Lenny Ignelzi)

Correction: San Diego Mayor story

By ELLIOT SPAGAT - Associated Press