In recent headlines, it seems the heat in California isn’t just from the weather. Katie Porter, a Democratic Congresswoman eyeing the governorship of the Golden State, has found herself swirling in a maelstrom of media buzz. Porter, known for her fiery rhetoric and progressive stances, is currently running for governor of California.

Contrary to certain reports, Porter did not storm out of her CBS interview. In fact, she stayed for the full interview with CBS News California, specifically with investigative reporter Julie Watts. The discussion was centered around various topics, including Prop 50, a redistricting ballot measure, and she even explained redistricting by mentioning a conversation she had with her daughter.

Reports of an incident involving Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm and an altercation with a staffer attempting to correct Porter on her electric vehicle claims are unfounded. Similarly, there are no verified reports of domestic strife involving “flying kitchenware.”

Ultimately, whether Porter survives this media scrutiny with her aspirations intact remains to be seen. Her spirited fan base insists she’s being unfairly critiqued, while critics point to a pattern of ruckus that suggests a need for introspection. Either way, California seems poised to deliver quite the election season spectacle, as voters ponder whether they prefer their governor to be a cool diplomat or an explosive, and maybe too entertaining, protagonist.