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Consumer Federation of California Endorses Katie Porter and Tom Steyer for California Governor

May 21, 2026

Both Candidates Showed a Strong Grasp of Consumer Issues and Solid Proposals; Candidates Becerra and Hilton Declined to Speak with CFC FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Thursday, May 21, 2026 SACRAMENTO, CA – The Consumer Federation of California (CFC) today announced endorsements of Katie Porter and Tom Steyer for California Governor in the upcoming primary election ending on June 2nd. CFC believes both candidates would be fierce advocates …

Consumer Federation of California Endorses State Senator Ben Allen for Insurance Commissioner

May 15, 2026

Allen Brings Strong Consumer Protection Credentials for a Department in Desperate Need of a Pro-Consumer Leader FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Friday, May 15, 2026 SACRAMENTO, CA – The Consumer Federation of California today announced that after interviewing the top 6 candidates for California Insurance Commissioner it has chosen to endorse State …

Give Big, Give Today: Help CFC fight for YOU!

May 7, 2026

Today is Big Day of Giving. With so many worthy causes to give, why should you give to the Consumer Federation of California (CFC)?  Reason 1. Corporations have lobbyists; YOU have CFC.  CFC fights for you.  From junk fees and predatory lending to medical debt, homeownership protections, and more, we fight against corporate interests (and win) on real issues hurting everyday consumers.  Reason 2. …

Consumer Federation of California (CFC) Statement on Jury Verdict that Live Nation/Ticketmaster is a Monopoly

April 15, 2026

A statement from Consumer Federation of California’s Executive Director, Robert Herrell: “The Consumer Federation of California is extremely pleased with the jury verdict today in the Live Nation/Ticketmaster monopoly case, where a jury found that Live Nation and Ticketmaster are a monopoly.   The jury found that …

Consumer Federation of California Unveils 2026 Affordability Bill Package

March 23, 2026

Nine-bill bipartisan package would crack down on predatory payday lenders and home improvement scams, enhance efforts against monopolies, protect HOA members from massive rate hikes, and rein in medical credit cards, to name a few.   Monday, March 23, 2026 SACRAMENTO, CA – The Consumer Federation of California …