Overview

• Atkins ended her bid on Sept. 29, saying there was “no viable path forward” and urging Democrats to unite against President Trump.
• She reported roughly $4.2–$4.3 million on hand but never rose beyond single digits, registering as low as 1–4% in recent surveys.
• A person familiar with her campaign said she does not plan to seek another office this election cycle.
• The race remains unsettled, with Democrats Katie Porter, Xavier Becerra, Antonio Villaraigosa, Tony Thurmond, Betty Yee and Ian Calderon competing, and Republicans Chad Bianco and Steve Hilton also running.
• California’s June top-two primary could benefit a Republican if Democrats split the vote, as Lt. Gov. Eleni Kounalakis has already exited and polls show Porter leading with many voters undecided.