Xavier Becerra is set to become California's next governor, focusing on practical governance rather than national ambitions. - Becerra, a Democrat, will face Republican Steve Hilton in November and is heavily favored due to the Democratic voter registration advantage.
- He is soft-spoken and from a working-class immigrant background, contrasting with outgoing Governor Gavin Newsom. - Becerra's career advanced through appointments, including as attorney general and health secretary.
- He plans to address crises in homelessness, housing, poverty, and economic decline, modeling his approach after Jerry Brown's second term.