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California Governor Primary Too Close to Call as Becerra and Hilton Lead

03 June 2026 02:25

The primary election for California governor remains too close to call as vote counting continues. Democrat Xavier Becerra and Republican Steve Hilton lead the field, with Democrat Tom Steyer in third place.

- Becerra, former HHS secretary, staged a dramatic comeback from single-digit polling in April. - Hilton, endorsed by President Trump, has campaigned on change after 16 years of Democratic control.

- Steyer spent over $213 million of his own money but trails in third. - The race was disrupted by Rep.

Eric Swalwell's exit amid assault allegations. The top two candidates will advance to the general election in November, regardless of party.

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