Moment billionaire Tom Steyer flies Southwest — and the surprising reaction he got from passengers
Billionaire Tom Steyer was spotted flying Southwest Airlines, surprising passengers who did not recognize him. Despite his efforts to appear relatable, including handling his own luggage, he remains in third place in the California governor's race. His campaign has faced scrutiny over spending and political optics, raising questions about his connection with voters.
- ▪Tom Steyer is a billionaire and a candidate for California governor in 2026.
- ▪He was seen flying Southwest Airlines without an entourage, handling his own luggage.
- ▪Steyer's campaign has been criticized for spending on influencer outreach and political optics.
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Metro Moment billionaire Tom Steyer flies Southwest — and the surprising reaction he got from passengers By Daniel Farr Published May 20, 2026, 11:41 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The California Post on Google He’s promoted himself as the simple billionaire everyman running for California governor. And while he’s spent an unprecedented $192 million on his campaign, it seems he hasn’t broken through quite as he’d expect. On Wednesday, a passenger was so stunned to see Tom Steyer lining up to take the 1pm Southwest Airlines flight 996 from Burbank to San Francisco, he snapped a picture. At first, the passengers figured the 68-years-old former hedge fund manager was attempting to appear more relatable.
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