Katie Porter slaps governor rival Chad Bianco with bizarre new nickname in wild debate clash
Key Points:
- Former Representative Katie Porter engaged in name-calling during a heated California gubernatorial debate, calling Republican opponent Sheriff Chad Bianco a “cupcake” and telling him to “cowboy up.”
- Porter’s temperament was criticized by her Republican rivals, who referenced a resurfaced video from 2025 showing her clashing with a staffer and a tense interview where she appeared argumentative.
- The debate exchange included frequent interruptions and bickering, with Bianco accusing Porter and others of proving why voters should not support Democrats.
- Porter defended herself by highlighting the interruptions and disrespect on stage, rejecting criticism of her behavior during the debate.