On Friday, the group attempting to recall Contra Costa District Attorney Diana Becton was given approval to begin collecting signatures. They have also announced their first signature gathering event which will be held April 26.
Here is the statement released:
We are pleased to announce that our recall petition has received approval today, Friday, April 18, 2025. As stated in the email with the official letter we received, we need a total of 72,556 valid signatures. The reviewing body has 60 business days from the filing date to assess the petition and verify that the necessary number of voters have signed it. All completed petitions must be submitted by 5:00 PM on Thursday, September 25, 2025, which is 160 days from the notice date.…