Caitlyn Jenner dismisses Hollywood naysayers as she embarks on run for Calif. governor

Former Olympic gold medalist Caitlyn Jenner said Thursday that ordinary Californias, not Hollywood donors, support her push to unseat Democratic California Gov. Gavin Newsom in an upcoming recall election.

"This recall and my campaign will be powered by everyday Californians who are sick and tired of Gavin Newsom’s failed leadership, not from those in Hollywood who are in his back pocket," Jenner wrote on Twitter. As of this month, organizers of the recall push against Newsom have secured enough signatures to prompt a special election. The California lieutenant governor’s office is responsible for setting a date for the election, which is expected to occur this fall. Newsom has faced criticism for imposing strict lockdown measures in response to the coronavirus pandemic. Detractors have argued that his guidelines have hurt local businesses and constituted government overreach.