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HOPE for CALIFORNIA: Trump DOJ Veteran Michael Gates Launches AG Bid to RESTORE Rule of Law

Gary FranchiJanuary 15, 2026197 views
HOPE for CALIFORNIA: Trump DOJ Veteran Michael Gates Launches AG Bid to RESTORE Rule of Law
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California Patriots finally have something to celebrate. Former Deputy Assistant Attorney General Michael Gates has thrown his hat into the ring for California Attorney General, bringing desperately needed hope for a return to constitutional governance in a state that's been ravaged by radical leftist policies.

Gates, who served in the Department of Justice under previous Republican administrations, represents everything the current California establishment fears most: a principled conservative who understands the Constitution and isn't afraid to enforce it equally under the law.

While the current AG's office has spent years weaponizing the justice system against conservatives and turning a blind eye to actual crime, Gates promises a dramatic return to the "rule of law" that once made California the Golden State instead of the failed state it's become under Democrat control.

Election Integrity Finally Gets a Champion

Perhaps most importantly for Patriots nationwide, Gates has signaled his commitment to election integrity – something that's been sorely lacking in California's election processes. While Democrats have fought tooth and nail against basic election security measures, Gates understands that free and fair elections are the cornerstone of our republic.

This couldn't come at a better time. With President Trump back in the White House and Republicans controlling Congress, having a constitutional conservative as California's top law enforcement officer could finally bring accountability to a state that's operated like a rogue nation for far too long.

"The people of California deserve an Attorney General who will enforce the law equally, protect their constitutional rights, and ensure election integrity," Gates stated in his announcement.

The radical left is undoubtedly panicking right now. They've grown comfortable operating without oversight, using California as their personal laboratory for socialist experiments while ignoring federal law and trampling on citizens' rights.

Gates' candidacy represents more than just another political campaign – it's a potential turning point for the entire West Coast. If California can be saved, it sends a message to every blue state that the America First movement isn't backing down.

The question now is whether California voters are finally ready to reject the failed policies that have driven businesses away, created a homelessness crisis, and turned once-beautiful cities into dystopian wastelands. With Gates in the race, they finally have that chance.

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Gary Franchi

Award-winning journalist covering breaking news, politics & culture for Next News Network.

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RetiredCop_LAVerifiedjust now
About time! I spent 25 years on the force and watched morale plummet as DAs stopped backing up law enforcement. Gates understands what we need to support our officers and protect communities.
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CaliforniaParentVerifiedjust now
I'm cautiously optimistic but we need to make sure he has the backing to actually implement change. What's his stance on drug prosecution and repeat offender policies?
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SacramentoResidentVerifiedjust now
This gives me hope for the first time in years. I've watched my neighborhood go downhill with all the petty theft and vagrancy that goes unprosecuted. Does Gates have a solid plan for addressing Prop 47?
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PatriotMom2024Verifiedjust now
Finally! Someone with actual DOJ experience who understands what real law and order looks like. California desperately needs someone who will prosecute criminals instead of coddling them.
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VeteranVoterVerifiedjust now
Exactly! I'm so tired of watching repeat offenders get slapped on the wrist while honest citizens live in fear.
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SmallBizOwner_OCVerifiedjust now
As someone who's had my store broken into three times this year with zero arrests, this can't come soon enough. The current system is a joke and honest businesses are suffering.
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ConservativeCAVerifiedjust now
Gates has my vote already! We need to restore consequences for criminal behavior and stop treating victims like the problem.
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LawAndOrder2024Verifiedjust now
Same here! It's about time we had a candidate who actually believes in prosecuting crime.
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FreedomFighterVerifiedjust now
YES! This is exactly what California needs - someone who will actually enforce the law instead of playing politics with public safety.