California gubernatorial debate to be held in LA Tuesday evening

California Democrats Fight Over Who Will Tax The Most

California Democrats running for governor battled Tuesday night over who would impose the most taxes and spend the most money as the state faces an affordability crisis and unprecedented budget deficit. In a televised CNN debate, Democrats — including former U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra, former Rep. Katie Porter, businessman Tom Steyer, San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan, and former Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa —pushe…

5 Takeaways From the California Gubernatorial Debate

Seven candidates sparred in the first nationally televised debate in the 2026 California governor’s race. Many tried to launch attacks in a last-ditch effort to gain ground on their opponents.

Candidates criticize frontrunner Becerra during debate

(The Center Square) – New frontrunner Xavier Becerra found himself the target of criticism from six other gubernatorial candidates during a CNN debate Tuesday night.

California Governor Candidates Signal Agreement On Saving Hollywood

At the CNN debate, much of the time was spent sparring and interrupting.

Commentary: Who won the California governor debate on CNN? Here's what our columnists say

Villaraigosa had a strong night. Becerra projected steadiness. Bianco was the biggest loser. Where did all of this land with California voters?

POLITICS: California governor candidates ranked after CNN debate

Xavier Becerra and Tom Steyer, the two Democrats who emerged as narrow frontrunners in the race for California governor after the implosion of Eric Swalwell, were on the defensive in Tuesday night’s CNN debate. Rivals — Republican and Democrat — attacked Becerra and Steyer throughout the evening, as they jockey for position in the “jungle primary.” Only two candidates will advance, regardless of party. The contest was fairly even, until Katie Po…