May 6, 2026
Katie Porter's attempt to brush off viral outburst backfires as critics torch ‘worst political ad’
Katie Porter addresses her on-camera outbursts in a new campaign ad as she seeks to succeed Gov. Gavin Newsom in California's governor's race.
TL;DR
- Katie Porter's new campaign ad, released Monday, references her viral outbursts, including a phrase "get out of my shot."
- Critics have heavily criticized the ad, with some calling it the "worst political ad" ever created.
- Critics also pointed to a campaign email containing "F*** Trump" multiple times, sent shortly after an assassination attempt on Trump.
- Porter defended the ad, stating it demonstrates her ability to take responsibility, laugh at herself, and show growth.
- The ad also aimed to position Porter as a candidate who can stand up to President Donald Trump.