"In one exchange, Villaraigosa and Bianco got into it over his association with The Oath Keepers, which hit a crescendo when one of them asked the other, 'Does that mean you molest kids?'"
"Bianco stated, 'I have sworn an oath three times to defend my Constitution,' while Villaraigosa countered, 'I saw them on CNN attacking the Capitol.'"
"The debate featured seven candidates, including former Rep. Katie Porter and billionaire Tom Steyer, amidst a backdrop of sexual misconduct allegations against Rep. Eric Swalwell."
During a contentious California gubernatorial debate, ex-LA Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa confronted Sheriff Chad Bianco over his association with The Oath Keepers. The debate escalated when Bianco made a provocative remark linking political statements to child molestation. Seven candidates participated, including five Democrats and two Republicans, amidst a backdrop of recent sexual misconduct allegations against Rep. Eric Swalwell. The debate was moderated by CNN anchors Kaitlan Collins and Elex Michaelson, highlighting the charged atmosphere of the race.
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