Chart‑topping artist launches Democratic campaign bid

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11 Jul 2025 • 5:07 AM MYT
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  • Tim Myers, a founding member of the chart-topping band OneRepublic, has announced his candidacy as a Democratic candidate for lieutenant governor of California.
  • He shared his intention to run for the state's second-highest-ranking position on Instagram on Monday.
  • Myers criticized President Donald Trump, labelling him the "real disgrace" after Trump's negative remarks about California.
  • He said his motivation for running is to "help protect and rebuild the California we love."
  • Watch the video in full above.

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