Democrat Xavier Becerra advances to general election in California governor’s race
CBS News projected Xavier Becerra advances as 67% of ballots were counted, while the second runoff spot remained undecided in a tight three-way race.
- On Friday, CBS News projected that Democratic former Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra advanced to California's November general election after overtaking Republican Steve Hilton following late ballot drops.
- Following former Rep. Eric Swalwell's exit in April amid sexual misconduct allegations, Becerra's campaign surged as he consolidated support by leaning on more than 35 years in public service across multiple offices.
- With 26.7% of the vote, Becerra overtook Hilton's 26.4% as Friday's ballot drops were released; California's top-two primary system advances both candidates to November regardless of party while officials count an estimated 3 million remaining ballots.
- Amid the ongoing count, President Donald Trump alleged without evidence that Democrats were "trying to steal" the primary, while Governor Gavin Newsom dismissed the claims, writing "Trump is lying about California again."
- If elected in November, Becerra would become California's first Latino governor in over 150 years; voters express widespread concern over the state's unmanageable cost of living, a central issue in the general election.
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Race For California Governor Has Been Called - Stunning Result
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Xavier Becerra advances in California governor race
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Xavier Becerra, a Democrat who was practically an afterthought until the final weeks of the California governor campaign, will advance to the November election after a top-two finish in this week’s primary, The Associated Press determined on Friday. The post Xavier Becerra advances in California governor race appeared first on West Hawaii Today.
After two terms of office, Newsom cannot re-apply for the Californian governor's office. In the pre-elections, it seems that another Democrat has his head ahead. It is still open whether a long leading Republican will reach the final election.
According to forecasts, ex-democrat Xavier Becerra can no longer slide to third place, his opponent in the November election is not yet certain.
NEWS HEADLINES: Calif: Becerra first to advance in governor race – One America News Network
California gubernatorial candidate Xavier Becerra takes a selfie at an event while campaigning on May 26, 2026 in San Francisco, California. Becerra is the former United States Secretary of Health and Human Services and is running as a democratic candidate for governor. California’s statewide election is on June 2. (Photo by Benjamin Fanjoy/Getty Images) OAN Staff Sophia Flores 5:28 PM – Friday, June 5, 2026 Former Health and Human Services (HHS…
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