Caitlyn Jenner announces bid for California governor
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The former Olympic athlete and reality TV star confirmed the news on her Twitter account earlier on Friday.
A recall election in the state could be confirmed this month after a petition against current governor Gavin Newsom reached the number required to trigger a vote.
Voters would be asked if they want Mr Newsom to stay or another candidate.
According to the Axios news site, Ms Jenner has put together a team that includes some of former President Donald Trump's advisers.
"Californians want better and deserve better from the governor," a statement from Ms Jenner said.
"For too long, career politicians have over-promised and under-delivered. We need a leader with the vision and resolve to see it through," she added.
Ms Jenner promised that her campaign will be one of "solutions" and provide a "roadmap back to prosperity to turn this state around".
The Republican added that she will formally launch her campaign at a later date.
In case you don't know, Caitlyn Marie Jenner is an American television personality, transgender rights activist, and retired Olympic gold medal-winning decathlete.
Born William Bruce Jenner: 28 October 1949 (age 71 years), Mount Kisco, New York, United States
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