The contest pits Democrat Malia Cohen against Republican Lanhee Chen, who hopes to break his party's losing streak in statewide races.
File photo of Malia Cohen listening to speakers during a news conference in San Francisco, May 12, 2016.
The controller, a post held since 2015 by Democrat Betty Yee, is the state's fiscal chief with the power to disburse state funds and audit government agencies. The controller also serves on more than 70 boards and commissions, including one that incentivizes renewable energy production and another that gives bonds to nonprofit colleges.
“I can't think of a more important project to get the state back on track than an office that is supposed to be a watchdog for taxpayers but too often has really just been a rubber stamp,” Chen said.
Brasil Últimas Notícias, Brasil Manchetes
Similar News:Você também pode ler notícias semelhantes a esta que coletamos de outras fontes de notícias.
Mississippi election results: Three Republicans, one Democrat again win U.S. House seatsThree Mississippi U.S. House incumbents won handily, and a new U.S. House member was elected on Tuesday, according to preliminary returns. The latest on Mississippi's midterm elections:
Consulte Mais informação »
Rhode Island voting results: Democrat Seth Magaziner defeats Republican Allan FungThe race for Rhode Island's 2nd Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives has been called in favor of Democrat Seth Magaziner. He has defeated Allan Fung.
Consulte Mais informação »
Pennsylvania election results: Democrat Fetterman flips Senate seat in victory over OzDemocrats capitalized on one of their best opportunities to flip a Senate seat in a swing state.
Consulte Mais informação »
Incumbent Democrat Gabaldón leading in state Senate District 21 contestRosanna Gabaldon captures nearly 70 percent of early votes.
Consulte Mais informação »
N.J. Democrat Sherrill re-elected to Congress, easily defeating RepublicanRep. Mikie Sherrill will serve a third term in the U.S. House.
Consulte Mais informação »