URGENT UPDATE: A shocking video has surfaced showing California Democratic gubernatorial candidate Katie Porter aggressively reprimanding a staffer during a July 2021 video call. The clip, released by Politico on Wednesday, reveals Porter yelling, “Get out of my f—–g shot!” as a staffer inadvertently enters her frame while she speaks with Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm about critical energy and climate issues.
This incident comes as Porter is gearing up for the 2026 gubernatorial race in California, where she is considered a frontrunner. The video footage, which was edited out of the final version of the Department of Energy webinar, could have significant implications for her campaign as it highlights her confrontational approach.
The controversy doesn’t end there. Just days ago, another video clip went viral showing Porter in a heated exchange with a CBS California reporter, Julie Watts, regarding her need to appeal to Trump voters in the upcoming election. When asked, “What do you say to the 40% of California voters who you’ll need in order to win, who voted for Trump?” Porter abruptly responded, “How would I need them in order to win, ma’am?” This exchange escalated, leading Porter to dismiss the interview altogether, stating, “I don’t want to keep doing this, I’m going to call it.”
The fallout from these incidents has drawn widespread attention online, with many conservatives criticizing her inability to handle challenging questions. As a candidate seeking the Democratic nomination, Porter’s confrontational style may not resonate well with voters looking for a more diplomatic approach.
The Porter campaign has yet to respond to requests for comment regarding the video and the recent interview fallout. As her campaign progresses, all eyes will be on how these revelations impact her public image and voter support.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story as the political landscape in California continues to shift with the approaching elections.
