According to the Associated Press, there are reports suggesting that California Governor Gavin Newsom is contemplating the possibility of appointing Oprah Winfrey to the Senate if Dianne Feinstein were to retire before completing her term. In his commitment to appoint a black woman to the position, Newsom is considering Oprah as one of the potential contenders. By appointing Oprah, Newsom would avoid potentially influencing the outcome of California's heated primary race in 2024. In this scenario, Oprah would serve as a temporary placeholder, not intending to pursue the seat for a full six-year term.