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Becerra Advances to California Governor Race

09 June 2026 16:26

Democrat Xavier Becerra has advanced to the November general election for California governor after a strong primary performance. - He secured nearly 27% of the vote in the June 2 primary.

- His likely opponent is Republican Steve Hilton, but Democrat Tom Steyer could still advance. - If elected, Becerra would be the first Latino governor in over a century.

- He has proposed few policy changes from Governor Newsom, focusing on experience and confronting Trump. The final outcome will depend on which opponent he faces, with significant implications for California's political landscape.

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