So many members of the Left have skeletons in their closet. But this politician might have more than usual.
And these secret videos could put this Democrat candidate on the hot seat permanently.
California’s gubernatorial hopeful Katie Porter is ducking and weaving like a pro boxer when grilled about whether more explosive videos of her berating staffers are lurking out there. The Democrat, who’s gunning to take over from Gavin Newsom, flat-out refused to come clean in a recent interview, leaving voters wondering what else she’s hiding.
Last week, shocking clips surfaced showing Porter’s fiery side, and they’ve been spreading like wildfire across social media. These aren’t just minor slip-ups—they paint a picture of a politician who loses it on her own team, raising big questions about her fitness to lead the Golden State.
In an exclusive chat with Inside California Politics host Nikki Laurenzo, Porter got hit with direct questions about potential extra footage of her workplace meltdowns. But instead of giving a straight answer, she danced around it, opting for vague regrets.
“I’m going to be honest with you, I know that that video, and that video was several years ago, as you know, and I apologized to that staffer that’s super important to me and will continue to try to hold myself to do better,” Porter said in a surprisingly mellow voice, as if that erases the damage. “That’s what I can promise.”
The footage in question, dug up by Politico, captures Porter in a July 2021 Zoom call with Biden admin folks on green policies. She’s seen snapping at a female aide with a crude outburst: “get out of my f–king shot.”
Then there’s another 2021 virtual meeting where Porter rips into her staff over bad lighting, topping it off with a cold stare that could freeze lava. It’s the kind of boss behavior that makes everyday workers cringe.
This all blew up after Porter’s heated on-air spat with CBS reporter Julie Watts that aired October 6. When pressed on winning over Trump voters, Porter labeled the journalist “unnecessarily argumentative” and tried to bail on the interview.
Social media erupted, with critics piling on, and now Porter’s scrambling to salvage her image. But in her defense, she keeps falling back on half-hearted apologies without owning up fully.
“When I look at those videos, I want people to know that I understand that I could have handled things better,” Porter admitted when cornered on her short fuse.
“I think I’m known as someone who’s able to handle tough questions, who’s willing to answer questions, and I want people to know that I really value the incredible work that my staff can do.”
“People who know me know I can be tough, but I need to do a better job expressing appreciation for the amazing work that my team does.”
Despite the heat, Porter’s still ahead in the polls for the November 3 election. But this scandal has rivals and online warriors demanding she bow out.
Porter’s pushing back, vowing to rebuild trust with voters. Yet her past haunts her—like that wild claim she once poured hot mashed potatoes over her ex-husband’s head during a fight.
“I’m going to be focused on earning their votes and earning their trust,” Porter declared, trying to pivot to toughness.
“I’m taking responsibility for this situation, and I’m also not going to back down from fighting back for California, from being tough. I don’t think this is a moment where the same old, same old is going to cut it.”
For hardworking Californians tired of elite Democrats who talk a big game on empathy but explode on their underlings, Porter’s evasion speaks volumes.
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